Out now, and streaming everywhere like an open wound!
"If one were in a crowded room dancing as if nobody’s watching, this would be the soundtrack." - NDSU Spectrum
Listen before u die: https://push.fm/fl/pdrhkigs
Album art design by Eric Alexandrakis.
“Here Comes The Snow!” is playing on over 100 stations in over 10 countries, and in retailers across the U.S.! Have a taste here: http://push.fm/fl/1dulplyu
Some comments thus far!:
"This musical journey impresses the listener with a fearless creativity and vision that has become rare in today's music industry. It hearkens back to the golden age of the concept album while highlighting Alexandrakis' unique talent." - The National Herald
"Indeed, a first encounter with Alexandrakis’s particular brand of ‘60s-inspired psychedelic rock might evoke a feeling similar to getting hit in the side of the head with a red-hot, tie-dye-painted frying pan full of rusty nails and glitter. It’s a pretty intense experience." - Suny Fredonia Leader
"Come fly on Air Terra, you won’t be disappointed." - Camosun Nexus
"Listening to Terra to the end was an enjoyable breeze. It’s difficult to put into words, but this flight on EA918 is something most people should experience at least once." - Bandersnatch
"Extremely creative and different than any musical sound I’ve ever heard before." - The Equinox
"The album deeply expresses the unpredictability of life in all its mess and beauty, along with the feelings that inevitably coincide with it." - The Tower
"None of the songs are mundane, and Alexandrakis took care to avoid any self-indulgent tropes by making the tunes humorous." - Kenyon Collegian
"This double album of 28 songs is the perfect listen for those who enjoy eclectic alternative music." - The Prairie News
"Rather, its strength is evident in its uniquely ambitious approach in overstepping the boundaries of well-established music genres." - UC New University
Well why not? Unfortunately because Spotify sucks, it’s only available on Apple at the moment:
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/eric-alexandrakis/45403667
TERRA is here!
Today is my birthday, so I am sharing the gift I gave to myself...the launch of my new Avant-Alternative travel concept album TERRA.
Welcome to Air Terra Flight EA 918. We hope that you are comfortable, and properly acclimated for this journey through TERRA. You will experience sensations....colors...places ...people......we will dance...we will laugh...we will cry...and occasionally ask "Why?":
Written and recorded around the world in mostly single takes, and on a 16-track recorder, the idea was the challenge myself to play everything while forcing the best ideas out with very little means [16 tracks]. A few friends contributed including John Taylor [ Duran Duran ], Steve Ferrone [ Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Duran Duran George Harrison BeeGees Eric Clapton Slash Michael Jackson and everyone else you can think of], composers/producers Starr Parodi & Jeff Fair and their up and coming violinist/pianist/ vocalist/songwriter daughter Isolde Fair [singing in the video], the choptastic Kirk Kelsey [ The Smashing Pumpkins Keith Urban ], and a few other technical and spiritual advisors who've made a world of a difference.
Seat and tray tables in the upright position please.
Keep moving forward ---------------------->
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I wrote this on a whim prepping TERRA. Music made around airline and airport announcements from all over he world that I recorded on my phone. Enjoy! https://music.apple.com/be/album/tra-tra/1528386932?app=itunes&at=1001l5Uo
Yes…another one! Another preview of my forthcoming 28-track travel concept album T e r r a.
Flat, or sparkling?
https://music.apple.com/us/album/terra-cotta-ep/1527326804
My new EP Terra Nova is out! It’s a 7 track preview of the forthcoming Avant-Alternative concept album Terra, all done on 16-track recorder in mostly first takes. More on that later, but have a listen:
http://tiny.cc/EATerraNova
The ever so elusive project…
Here we go again!
It’s been described as “Pet Sounds meets Duran Duran”. I like that! All done on a 16-track, 98% first takes, and thus far, all me.
More to come…
An exclusive expanded edition of my Grammy® nominated album is now on Audible!
A great experience! Saw lots of old friends and lots of new ones. For more, head on over to my FACEBOOK page.
They’ve gone utterly bonkers, and it’s been so touching! Behold…
I am proud to announce that I have been nominated for a GRAMMY® AWARD in the "Best Spoken Word Album" category. Thank you so much to everyone who has encouraged and supported me from the beginning and beyond. It has meant more to me than I can express.
This project was a complete labour of love. The music included is what launched my career, and gave me solace during a very difficult time. My hope is to get this album to as many people possible who may also be facing their own life-altering struggle. Please feel free to pass it on to anyone who may need it.
Thank you to my family, friends, Academy members, and last but not least, to John Taylor and Patty Palazzo for being the spark behind my professional flame.
Let's party!
Love, Me
"I.V. Catatonia: 20 Years As A Two-Time Cancer Survivor", A Spoken Word Experience.
Now available on iTunes and Apple Music:
Yes, it’s back! In addition to European radio, this two time Adult Contemporary radio hit can also be heard across the U.S. at retailers during the Christmas Holiday Season.
Check out the teaser here!: https://www.facebook.com/ERICSGALEXANDRAKIS/videos/2110385265730394/
Our film directed by Sandro Miller, starring John Malkovich, and music by yours truly, is coming in November!
Check out the trailer for a new short film I scored!
One of my heroes. I was lucky enough to collab with him on the below. I’ll never forget the first time we connected when he called me, as I was driving and almost ran off the road. The Cars and his songwriting have always been a huge influence. His music will forever be immortal.
It's the project that keeps on giving and grooving!
Today is the release date of yet another cool component of one of my favorite projects/artists I've been involved with.
Pennan Brae "The Astronot: Gravity" is the part 2 album companion to Pennan's award-winning film "The Astronot", and soundtrack by the same name.
"The Astronot" album sounds as if The Rolling Stones Fleetwood Mac and bands of that ilk from the 70's, all got together and grew a gentle young man in a test tube. The new "Gravity" album sounds more like Rock, the London underground club scene, and your 1985 12" collection got drunk together and took Sonny Crockett's Testarossa for a joyride crashing it into a cocaine warehouse somewhere way down on Collins Ave. on South Beach. How's that for a selling point?
My contributions include playing, co-production and co-writing on both releases, and also features an assortment of lovable friends and beasts including:
Album mixes and remixes by "KIRRKKCCHHH" Kirk Kelsey [ The Smashing Pumpkins, Keith Urban, Robin Thicke ], single remix by Paul David Hager [ Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry, Beck, Devo ], mastering by Sean Magee [ The Beatles ] @ Abbey Road Studios & Emily Lazar [ Foo Fighters, David Bowie, Coldplay ], with drums from Steve Ferrone [ Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Duran Duran , George Harrison, Slash ], Garry Gary Beers [ INXS ], some additional guitar work from axe beast Mark Scan, and various others.
Get a load of some of the awards the music from "The Astronot" film has won below. Make sure to listen to "Strut [1980's Remix]" for a laugh, and if you can find a white linen suit to put on while you listen, it'll couldn't hurt [a music video for the track is coming soon]! We produced it to sound like it's straight from your 1985 12" extended mixes collection...or my collection anyway, as I carry about 400 12" mixes from the 1980's in my phone. It's an obsession, I know. I'm seeking 12" therapy, mixer Kirky was a DJ in those days and he's helping me with my treatments.
It's available for download and streaming everywhere, but it sounds best here: http://tiny.cc/AstroGravity
Watch the trailer for the award winning film "The Astronot" here: http://tiny.cc/AstroTrailer
Enjoy!
"The Astronot" Soundtrack Film Festival Awards
Berlin Motion Picture Festival
Won
Best Rock Song
Queen Palm International Film Festival
Won, Gold Award
Best Original Song
Auckland International Film Festival
Nominated, Festival Award
Best Music Score
Paris Art and Movie Awards
Nominated, PAMA
Best Soundtrack Song
European Independent Film Award
Won, Bronze Award
Best Score
Barcelona Planet Film Festival
Nominated, Best Soundtrack
Best Soundtrack
North American Film Awards
Festival Award
Best Music / Original Score
Open World Toronto Film Festival
Nominated, Jury Prize
Best Sound & Music
Los Angeles Theatrical Release Competition & Awards
Nominated, Jury Prize
Best Trailer
Near Nazareth Film Festival
Official Finalist Award
Best Song
Mindfield Film Festival Albuquerque
Diamond Award
Best Original Score
European Cinematography Awards (ECA)
Won, March Award
Best Song
Bare Bones International Film & Music Festival
Nominated, Bonehead Award
Best Movie Soundtrack
Global Independent Film Awards
Nominated, Bronze Award
Best Score
Hollywood North Film Awards
Nominated, Best Music
Solaris Film Festival
Nominated, Festival Award
Best Song
Aphrodite Film Awards
Nominated, October Edition Award
Best Piece of Music
