CD Steve Roach / vidnaObmana* – InnerZone

InnerZone is a masterful collaboration between American ambient pioneer Steve Roach and Belgian sound artist vidnaObmana (Dirk Serries). Released in 2002 on the Projekt label, this album represents a compelling departure from the duo’s traditional "electro-tribal" sound, venturing instead into the chilling reaches of deep space and dark minimalism.

The album is described as a "mesmerizing" and "sinister" sonic adventure, characterized by massive walls of sound and ethnic textures. Roach utilizes a vast array of electronic effects and guitar drones to create heavy, atmospheric "beds" of sound, while vidnaObmana contributes the haunting echoes of the fujara—a Hungarian overtone flute—adding a distinct Middle Eastern tinge to the dark, underwater atmospheres.

Key Highlights:

• "Inner Zone": A sprawling, 25-minute centerpiece that explores uncharted waters of deep space.
• "Strands": A haunting track featuring cascading flutes and tribal rhythms.
• Genre Fusion: A diverse blend of space rock, ambient, and "desert ambience" that creates a cinematic, sci-fi-inspired listening experience.

Perfect for late-night listening and fans of immersive soundscapes, InnerZone remains a standout entry in the extensive discography of these two ambient legends. Experience what critics call a "chilling adventure into massive soundscapes."