CD Max de Wardener – Where I Am Today

Max de Wardener’s Where I Am Today (originally released in 2004 on Matthew Herbert’s esteemed Accidental Records) is a masterclass in sonic contrast and atmosphere. This evocative album masterfully bridges the gap between the organic and the electronic, blending medieval-inspired textures with the forward-thinking sensibilities of a beatless Steve Reich.

De Wardener’s work is characterized by its patience and sensitivity. The music navigates expansive soundscapes, often layering fragile, skittering beats against the deep, resonant permanence of organ tones. It is a hauntingly beautiful collection that manages to be both structurally complex and deeply emotive.

Key Highlights:

• Features the standout track "Hundreds and Thousands," which notably opened the landmark Matthew Herbert compilation You Are Here.
• A unique exploration of "slow" vs. "quick" musical elements, creating textures that feel both ancient and futuristic.
• Sophisticated production that utilizes silence, pauses, and shifting rhythms to keep the listener constantly engaged.

Experience an album that critics describe as "music for three hundred years after the wreck of a church"—a profound, thoughtful, and genre-defying listening experience.