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"Electronic Music Floating Thru The Net"
Electronics, music and visuals with a dark groove and ambient textures...
Exploring technology in both audio and video in relation to the arts...
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"The Color of Sound" by TriAna is an exciting and sometimes strange journey into the world of electronic/ambient/techno sound. The CD contains songs that range from short ambient soundscapes to longer driving house/techno/dance pieces. The music is sometimes aggressive, sometimes soothing, sometimes gothic-flavored, sometimes experimental, but always creative, fresh, and modern. Share the vision of Daniel Triana on "The Color of Sound".
What the press has said about "The Color of Sound":
"I definitely liked this CD ... The feel/atmosphere of the music and vocals reminded me of Bauhaus, with a more techno/industrial/ambient flavor ... I could see this as a tasty addition to MTV's AMP show ... beautifully layered ... very very fine instrumentals ... TriAna could be the American equivalent of Orbital or future Sound of London ... the man's lyrics are wonderful ..." - Underground Sound / Camille Juiana
"Very danceable in a Kraftwerk/NIN vein" - Bite Me! / J.
"TriAna has many different elements to his music ... at times it sounds like synth pop, German Electro, House, Ambient." - Virus / Mike Moran
"Experiments with several different sounds and styles of electronic music, from ambient electronic soundscapes to more aggressive electro ... danceable beats ... while the music retains a semi-dark nature to it ... most bands would reserve this diversity for a side project or another album ... TriAna's music is strong, unique, and subtly addicting." - The Industrial Bible / Dave
"... ambient soundscapes ... coldwave tunnels ... and techno madness ... I really loved this ... a 10 of 10." - Rivets / Jason
"... bright electronics with a hint of gothic, new wave and dance sensibilities ... great upbeat and fun electronics tempered by introspective and romantic lyrics ... The Color of Sound is overflowing with colorful and cool music that shows a lot of potential." - Outburn Magazine / Octavia
"This CD makes one call for the early days when techno was just that -- techno. Every bit of this CD is electronically generated, and that's the beauty of it. Vocals are very nicely recorded and fit in perfectly with the music. Fans of early Depeche Mode and Front 242 type of things will like this. In fact if you are a fan of those aforementioned bands I recommend picking up this CD 'cos it's superior to both. Highly recommended to fans of the genre." - Gajoob Magazine / Gregg Church
BIOGRAPHY:
Electronic music with dark ambient textures, exploring technology and how it relates to the arts.
Daniel Triana has been producing solo music since 1986. Prior to Daniel's solo experiments, he was the founding member of the gothic/alternative band entitled: Bellas Artes. After several releases, the band slowly dissolved, but the music remains a pleasant memory for Daniel. TriLab first appeared as a label and studio in 1994, prior to that, some of Daniel's music was released through a german label called: IRRE-Tapes (Kindsbach). Some of his music also appeared in the french series: Tears Compilations. Besides the conventional and purely original 3-7 minute song structure, Daniel has also composed short ambient-like snippets as in "The Color Of Sound" CD (including his more techno-structured full length compositions), as well as more longer pieces like the 15-minute "Angel en una Tormenta [Angel in a storm]" (Tears Compilations: France), along with his longest works to date, the 40-minute live/ambient/experimental piece: TriAna "Live at Trilab". Daniel TriAna's only cover version to date is his rendition of The Sisters of Mercy's Heartland (The Various Artists Tribute CD is available on Cleopatra Records(USA)). Musica Electronica is out now and is a more swayingly ambient- acapella composition. Daniel Triana has composed soundtrack scores for graduate students at the prestigious SVA (School of the Visual Arts in New York City). These scores include original music as well as sound effects for computer and stop-motion amination pieces. Daniel has also worked on a dance project entitled: NOVAK, a duo act with New York's DJ Jaymz Nylon. Novak tracks have been recorded and will be released soon.
DISCOGRAPHY:
Alone (cass.) 1986
Selections (cass.) 1990
Snap Shots and Short Stories (cass.) 1991
Various Artists: A Tribute to The Sisters of Mercy.
First Last And Forever (CD) 1993
Cleopatra [Heartland by TriAna]
TriAna (cass.) 1994
Live at TriLab (cass.) 1995
Moody (cass.) 1995
The Color of Sound (CD) 1996
Musica Electronica (CD) 1997
Untitled 01 (CD) 1999/2007
Untitled 02 (CD) 1999/2007
Untitled 03 (CD) 1999/2007
Moody (re-release with bonus tracks) CD
Bellas Artes "Archive" CD
Novak (colaboration project -soon to be released)
R.E.D. (live project -soon to be released)
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LYRICS:
"Born With Wings" by Daniel Triana
1995/1999 from the CD: TriCD06 Daniel Triana: "Moody"
Don't fly away,
I want you to stay
As I look up at the sky
I see angles...
Flying around
As I look up at the sky
I wonder why...
They don't come down
It seems like you were born with wings
As I look out toward the sea
I feel the devil...
dragging me down
Down, down, down
I hurt inside, I hurt inside,
Inside, inside
It seems like you were born with wings
Born with wings answer me this,
What are the chances in my life...
To learn to fly
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"You Deny Me" by Daniel Triana 1996 from the CD
TriAna: The Color of Sound
you deny me
of the life I've always deserved
you deny me
of the times I needed to hurt
but I need you
like a fish needs water
but I need you
like a bird needs to fly
but I need you
like I need my mind
but I need you
like I need a waste of time
you deny me
all the life i need to live
you deny me
the feelings I need inside
"Flows and Glides" by Daniel Triana 1996 from the CD
TriAna: The Color of Sound
sharp bright lights bleed into red
shadows cast and form on your bed
your wings flutter
and the wind blows in my hair
as the sky opens wide
my love flows and glides
"Burning Bright" by Daniel Triana 1996 from the CD
TriAna: The Color of Sound
Burning Bright
is my enemy
indecision keeps catching me
My heart needs to grow
my mind needs to breath
my eyes must clearly show
all the world's race against death
Burning Bright
is my enemy
life unexpectedly keeps grabbing me
My urges need to implode
my head can't bow down
my brain needs to explode
so ideas can finally be laid down
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"Inside This Zoo" by Daniel Triana 1996 from the CD
TriAna: The Color of Sound
Deeper and deeper, into the blue
I lose myself, inside this zoo
of colors, shapes, smells and sensations
colors, shapes, smells and sensations
Swimming through the air
I take in all the sunshine
when I think of you
all that I dream is true
As I dive into the sunshine
It makes me feel so blind
to the worries inside of me
the problem and inadequacies
Breathing in this air
makes me feel so aware
why angels start to dance
all the meaning in a glance
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"Spirit Dance" by Daniel Triana 1996 from the CD
TriAna: The Color of Sound
Electricity in the sky
energy enters my mind
soaring feelings rise and peak
revitalizing the weak
Flowing through me like a vibe
my spirit starts to dance
cutting through me like your eyes
my spirit enters a trance
spirit dance, in trance
spirit dance, in trance
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"One More Kiss" by Daniel Triana 1996 from the CD
TriAna: The Color of Sound
Your scent fills the air
I can't help but notice
You move through the air
I can't help but notice
You must be deep
you must be sweet
but that don't mean
you are what I need
You're not what I need
Quick, before the sun come up
one more kiss
it's a quiet, calm night
one more kiss
Quick, before the sunrise
stare into my eyes
it's a quiet, calm night
one more kiss
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"Blue Angels" by Daniel Triana 1996 from the CD
TriAna: The Color of Sound
Blue Angels fill up the sky
blue angels start to dive
Back down, into the real world
back down, and into the sea
Blue angels fill up the sea
blue angels swimming to eternity
Break down, into my real world
break down, into my deep blue sea
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"Inside of Me" by Daniel Triana 1996 from the CD
TriAna: The Color of Sound
Sometimes, inside of me
I feel happy
Sometimes, inside of me
I see pictures
Sometimes, inside of me
I hear sounds
Sometimes, inside of me
I feel ecstacy
Like feathers falling, from the sky
your voice, your breath
tickles my ear
Like gentle notes, through the sky
your name, your sound
fills me with fear
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