CaptainHerbalLife Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 Five years on from its first release, you now have the chance to own Nest’s Retold on vinyl. Over the years, lots of people have contacted me with kind words about the music and many have asked for a vinyl edition. It’s something I’ve wanted to do for a long time, but I’ve been hesitant for a couple of reasons. Firstly - I tend to prioritise new releases. Although Serein is not a prolific label, there has been a steady stream of new music to keep me busy. Secondly, vinyl is expensive, much more expensive than pressing CDs. More need to be sold in order to break even and there’s always risk involved - I also have limited shelf space for anything I don’t sell! Even for a release like Retold, which by all accounts did pretty well, I still worry about the financial outlay and having unsold stock to deal with. For this reason, I have decided to try something different with this release… The photo you see above is a mockup and the release is not yet in production. This is effectively a pre-production, pre-order item - If I get enough sales, it will get made. It’s no different to crowdfunding using Kickstarter and the like, I’ve just chosen not to use a third-party. Using this ‘model’, if I get more sales than I expect, I can make the release more lavish and possibly throw in some extras; but let’s not get carried away; I have no idea what the response will be like. If by the 18th of July I don’t have enough orders to make this viable, your payment will be refunded in full. At present, the specs for the release are as follows: Double LP on 140 gram vinyl - Audiophile DMM cut ☆ TWO secret bonus tracks (new and unheard) exclusive to this edition ☆ Download code supplied with every order New, original cover artwork Matt laminated outer sleeve (the same high quality finish as all previous releases) Wide 5mm Spine The cost is £18.00 plus postage. Rather than sell this through Bandcamp and suffer their fees, purchases come direct to Serein via a simple PayPal order. Just be sure to select your region when purchasing. — ‘Retold’ is an apt title for this body of work, at times light and serene, other times dark, brooding and sinister - Nest are expert storytellers. Taking cues from film soundtracks and contemporary classical music, the story is woven using a myriad of instrumentation. Dulcet piano tones are backed by string and horn arrangements, unidentifiable plucked instruments and the sound of the Welsh harp; often heavily processed, Retold is an album that has as much in common with experimental electronic music as it does with modern classical composition. Nest is the collaborative project of Otto A Totland and Huw Roberts. The first six tracks on this album were originally released in 2007 on the eponymously titled Nest EP; they are presented here again having been remastered alongside five new pieces composed in 2009. A revised edition of the track ‘Cad Goddeu’ was created especially for this release. It's definitely a lot cheaper for anyone in the UK/EU. For anyone in the US, that's quite a lot of money as it amounts to about 50$. Just posting this in hopes that at least some of you into this kind of music will latch onto this. It is an amazing album and I imagine having the physical release to be worth the money. Serein has a great reputation with their packaging and have released some amazing albums in the past. This album is itself immensely beatiful and contemplative. http://sereinlabel.bandcamp.com/album/retold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omik11303 Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 This is really, really tempting. This album is incredible, and "The Helwick" is honestly one of my favorite ambient songs ever. I'll have to keep an eye on this. Do you know what the alternate artwork looks like? I think the original fits well with the music as it is, but that's just me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHerbalLife Posted June 15, 2014 Author Share Posted June 15, 2014 Ahh, indeed. I forgot to post the actual link to where the new artwork is shown and where one can pre-order. http://www.serein.co.uk/releases/nest-retold-vinyl-special-edition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamalatapes Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 Damn this sounds really good but 50$... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHerbalLife Posted June 21, 2014 Author Share Posted June 21, 2014 Yuhum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelso330 Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Ugh! Why is this so expensive! I am shocked to see this here! As they are small and no one really seems into deaf center, Otto Totland, or erik skodvin! I have there 10" and wished there LP had got pressed and here it is! Ugh gotta find a way to get this cheaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_stretts Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Serein's 10" series was fantastic - this be so expensive to ship to Aus though gonna hold out till last minute Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forbenator Posted June 23, 2014 Share Posted June 23, 2014 Beautiful stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHerbalLife Posted July 10, 2014 Author Share Posted July 10, 2014 So the crowdfunding was successful and it'll go in print. Anyone who pre-orders before July 15 will receive the album on clear vinyl, which is limited accordingly to the number of people who do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek™ Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 So the crowdfunding was successful and it'll go in print. Anyone who pre-orders before July 15 will receive the album on clear vinyl, which is limited according to the number of people who do so. Looks like July 18th, actually. Not that I need to be dropping any more large amounts of cash on clear, gorgeous ambient records - especially after the new AWVFTS pre-order - but I guess I'll check this out since time is of the essence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelso330 Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Yea I really really want this but the tag just gets me! If we combine orders ya think we can save on shipping? Derek? Maybe we can order together? I'm in MI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek™ Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Yea I really really want this but the tag just gets me! If we combine orders ya think we can save on shipping? Derek? Maybe we can order together? I'm in MI Just wanted to get back to you on this; I listened to this last night. And while it was definitely pleasant, there's no way it impressed me enough to shell out $50 (or even $40) for it. I have no doubt that the packaging will be beautiful - that album art is to die for - but I just wasn't moved by it like I am with Tumbled Sea, Eluvium, Goldmund, etc. Sorry to get your hopes up, but it's a pass for me. If only money grew on trees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelso330 Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 No worries - I feel ya it's not a masterpiece, but I am a total sucker for albums like these on vinyl. Late night listening while I relax before bed is enhanced by albums like these! I have too many to spend that kinda dough too! Just thought if it was meant to be lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek™ Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 No worries - I feel ya it's not a masterpiece, but I am a total sucker for albums like these on vinyl. Late night listening while I relax before bed is enhanced by albums like these! Agreed. I actually saved my listen for when it was nice and quiet in the early hours of the morning, where I had time to truly relax and appreciate the music. (That's also the usual time and setting where I enjoy a lot of my favorite ambient and neo-classical artists.) If I had no shortage of money, I'd jump on it in a heartbeat. But with the amount of pre-orders and more pertinent releases on the horizon, $50 is just too steep. I imagine it'll look and sound great, though, for whoever jumps on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHerbalLife Posted July 13, 2014 Author Share Posted July 13, 2014 Yeah that price tag is high indeed. Very much in between whether I should go for it or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHerbalLife Posted July 17, 2014 Author Share Posted July 17, 2014 That July 18 date helped me out. Went for it. Next up: Brambles vinyl crowdfunding Anyone that hasn't heard Charcoal by now better give it a listen because that album truly is a masterpiece. http://sereinlabel.bandcamp.com/album/charcoal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelso330 Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 That July 18 date helped me out. Went for it. Next up: Brambles vinyl crowdfunding Anyone that hasn't heard Charcoal by now better give it a listen because that album truly is a masterpiece. http://sereinlabel.bandcamp.com/album/charcoal I dig that Brambles record, but I feel like there a many albums just as good and better in there realm...its still great, not knocking at all! Check out Erik K. Skodvin new double album: Flame & Flare ( I think you will enjoy it! I posted a link way back for the vinyl which sold out in less than 12 hours! all sonic pieces records do! but they are a very solid ambient/experiment label very similar to Serein) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHerbalLife Posted July 18, 2014 Author Share Posted July 18, 2014 Will do, thanks for the tip ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHerbalLife Posted July 23, 2014 Author Share Posted July 23, 2014 The Brambles funding is up now. Seems this is a bit easier on the wallet than Retold was. http://www.serein.co.uk/releases/brambles-charcoal-vinyl-special-edition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHerbalLife Posted August 18, 2014 Author Share Posted August 18, 2014 Alright, anyone looking to jump on the Brambles funding, now's your chance. It's getting funded and up until 24th of August you can get a Brambles-signed postcard to go with it. Can also combine shipping with the Nest LP. A great deal if you ask me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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