Jāņugunis Midsummer Fires by STandART is a unique and captivating album that showcases the band's musical talents and creativity. From the opening track, "Krustiņš," to the closing song, "Jāņugunis," the album takes listeners on a journey through a range of emotions and moods.
The album's sound is a fusion of electronic and rock music, with elements of traditional Latvian folk music woven throughout. STandART's use of traditional instruments, such as the kokle and the bagpipes, adds a distinct flavor to the music and creates a sense of cultural authenticity.
One standout track on the album is "Mēness Debesīs," which features haunting vocals and a mesmerizing melody that transports the listener to another world. Another highlight is "Karavīrs," a high-energy track that combines rock guitar riffs with electronic beats and traditional Latvian percussion.
Harry Belsky (tracks: 3), Kalvis Kluburs, Mārtiņš Links (tracks: 1, 2), Vladislav Belsky (tracks: 3)
Notes
Tracks 1-2 features excerpts from STandART live performance at the Arsenāls Exhibition Hall of the Latvian National Museum of Art, Riga, Latvia, in 2012 and "Lylio Lelijo" by folkore ensemble "Bitula" (Kaunas, Lithuania). "June 2nd" is a reinterpretation of "June" (available on the album "Autumn News") and contains a sample from "Aum" by John Sobocan. Synthesizers on all tracks by Kalvis Kluburs, Vladislav Belsky, Harry Belsky.
About STandART
STandART is an electronic / darkwave band formed in 2002 in Jelgava, Latvia, and currently consists of Kalvis Kluburs and Jānis Traviņš.
Jāņugunis Midsummer Fires is a well-crafted and thought-provoking album that showcases STandART's talent and creativity. It is a must-listen for fans of electronic, rock, and world music.