STYLE   
Timeless world vocals and instrumental performance blended with smooth, chilled electronica. Sleepwalker works the territory of romantic electronica originally established by artists such as Deep Forest and Enigma, however Amenti has a unique sound - Neo-classical, strongly European and with a rolling cinematic breadth influenced by global folklore and the imagery of distant civilisations. Violin, guitars, piano and synthesisers work alongside more exotic sound sources such walnut and cedar Native American flutes, oud, timbals, djembe and ceramic bongos. Sweeping strings frequently swell up adding an air of classical grandeur that complements much of the vocal material. Singers deliver operatic soprano performances, Native American chants and European traditional vocalisations. 
  
MOOD  
The mood of Amenti is mostly one of serene grandeur - whilst the compositions are relaxing and mostly downtempo, there is also a somewhat theatrical vibrancy to the music. Middle-Eastern strumming and percussion bring a sense of exotic drama; soaring vocals, harp-like plucks and airy violin strains carry the listener heavenward; Native American flutes waft across complimentary chants, environmental recordings underpin gentle hand drumming. At times dreamy, sleepy - Sleepwalker soothes the mind, restful and easy on the ear; at times stirring, more upbeat tinkling piano phrases and electric guitar getting the foot tapping. 
   
ARTWORK   
Amenti comes in a neat digipack with lush, evocative artwork. The front cover shows a double row of ancient graven columns heavy with shadow, backlit with a burst of sparking light emanating from an unseen source somewhere behind the central structure. Turning over, the rear holds a vignetted shot of more columns, this time shot from below as though gazing up from underneath. There is a tracklist here that is repeated inside with timings alongside. The final outer panel of the pack contains a dual language explanation of the project, whilst inside there is a detailed credit list of vocalists, musicians and Sleepwalker's own expansive contributions. 
  
OVERALL   
Amenti is the second full length album from Bulgarian musician Lyubomir Yordanov, in the interim between albums Sleepwalker also released the single A Tear For Kursk. There is a marked development in both style and production on this latest project - Lyubomir delivers a polished, unique vision that is lifted above the average by his own well crafted compositions as well as by the involvement of so many other skilled contributors. The updated Sleepwalker website is a visual delight with lots to explore, containing plenty of information and sound samples as well as a store should you wish to buy the album. This project has just stepped up to a whole new level - give the album a listen at CD Baby. 
   
WHO WILL LIKE THIS ALBUM   
Amenti is fronted with the words 'Mystic, Enigmatic, Spiritual, giving an idea of the audience aimed at. If you have enjoyed the music of Sacred Spirit and Deep Forest's Boheme, you might well appreciate this CD.
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As a multidimensional healer, I’m always on the lookout for beautiful music that opens one up on a multidimensional level. Sleepwalker’s new Cd Amenti – creatively weaves multi vocals and instrumentation in a way that can only be described as a multidimensional talent that is beyond this world – it is woven through many worlds, times and spaces. Listening invokes such.
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Just purchased this CD a couple of weeks ago and it is amazing to listen to. By far one of the best CDs I've ever purchased from a truly amazing artist.
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Music from the collective memory, of ancient ruins and mystic locations. The instrumentation and vocals unfold like the petals of a lotus. An outstanding CD for those who meditate, dance, create and simply be.Invisible Cloister is like a call home from a long journey.
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