New Age
The soundtrack to the Marin County, CA hot-tub scene circa 1980, and beyond…
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Steve Halpern - Christening for ListeningKind of a confusing record ’cause there are two nearly identical versions, but one is missing the best track “Something For Every-Body Suite”. For the most part though, both versions are almost identical to Halpern’s classic “Spectrum Suite”, which can surely be found in a dollar bin near you.
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Craig Kupka - CrystalsFollow up to his “Clouds” lp. Same deal here - music intended to be played in old folks homes & drug rehab clinics. This one is all echoed out trombones, or at least one whole side is. I like Clouds a bit better, but this one is still very, very cool.
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Seastones - s/tElectronic ambient album featuring Phil Lesh, Jerry Garcia, David Crosby and Grace Slick. This album is so mellow I usually drift off and fall asleep half way through. And I mean that in a good way. This record is a trip.
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Craig Kupka - CloudsFirst of all, I’d just like to say that I celebrate this dude’s entire catalog. But, this may very well be my favorite. I believe I onced described this to a friend as Brian Eno meets spiritual jazz.
