Album Notes

Following the steps set by its debut album "Lifegiving", and after three years of exploration and musical innovation, Australis brings us a brand new work venturing even deeper into the realms of inspiration.

"The Gates of Reality", an all-original fourteen track compilation, takes the post from his previous release and pushes forward into the territories of fantasy, taking the listener on a trip where the veils between reality and imagination are lifted and dreams can finally coexist with facts in everyday life.

Uncomfortable within the walls of conventional styles, Australis has again assembled a very diverse collection of musical pieces going from electronic to acoustic contexts, jumping from abstract spaces to facts of reality; skillfully taming the rebellious South American styles, delicately sculpting the complexities of electronic soundscapes, all along challenging the conventions of instrumental and new age music. The result is a lavish anthology of musical gems destined to touch the heart, seduce the mind and reveal to the listener his/her own internal universes.

Along with his signature sound and musical depth, this new album also sees the collaboration of several seasoned artists. Young poet Virginia Luna, Andean musician/singer Alvaro Aguayo, composer/producer Roger Subirana; and singers Mornie Sims and Rebecca Farraway add their unique talents to an already extraordinary production.

You are personally invited to cross the gates and venture into the realms of your own imagination. Close your eyes and let these tracks guide you through emotions and landscapes you thought forgotten, through dreams and hopes you always imagined impossible.

For more information and news, please visit Australis at www.australiscanticum.com