Music Download Section Updated
06.30.10
You can now download digital copies of my albums and recieve the files right away...faster than a really fast calculator or light beam. For those of you who prefer something more tangible, there are some compact discs still floating out there as well.
There are also more song previews, no more dead links and a sneak peak of information on an upcoming release with Clear Notice Records out of Manchester! Visit the music shop here. 
New! Samarah Live @ Euphony Fashion Show Mix
04.23.10
This is my first and only recorded live set available. This was my first performance in over 3 years and is a rainbow of the styles of music I've been dabbling in producing since:
Minimal Techno, Melodic IDM, Dubstep, Pop Ballads Covers, Drum n Bass, Ambient, Hard Techno, Glitchhop.
Most of these tracks on this mix are unreleased and many were written live as I performed and this will be the only recording and are one of a kind (good and bad!)
Click here to listen on SoundCloud
Swish Face Film "Frame" features song in soundtrack
02.23.10
This is one of those old news but good news diddies. Once upon a time, a lovely girl who I fondly know as "Swisho" more than her real name, Kristina Motwani, included a track of mine (Utopia - Falling Away) in an experimental video composition she created during college. She currently produces videos under the indie Swishface Productions. Check out her YouTube Channel for more.
Upcoming Performance March 27th in Madison.
01.01.10
My oh my, it has been over a year since I've played live, can you believe it? 2009 was like a hurricane that left little time for music making let alone hitting the road :-( I am in the process of completely revamping my live set up with new gear and am really excited get back on the wagon with new material! Click here for info on the when and where!
Matters of The Heart Scrapbook
01.01.10
First off, Happy New Year! I've had a wonderfully productive week launching the new website and organizing my thoughts in general, particularly musically. I've started compiling images that I have come across or thought about while writing this past week over on this Flickr set. Some are personal photographs, art I find online or inspirational people. I will also be scanning in notes and sketches and uploading photos during production, gear hunting, field recording and so on so I can have a bit of a visual documentation of how this album comes to be. View the MOH Scrapbook
The Music Section is Up With Lots of Goodies
12.28.09
Start harvesting here! I am out of stock of most physical CDs but you can download singles, full ep's and albums. If you make music, grab some free samples packs I've put together to toy around with. Excited to start putting more time into writing now and less on the website! There are also some great remixes available for free from Gate Zero, Multi-Panel, Fourrier, Kenny Laakkinen and more that are definitely worth adding to your library.
New Website, New Year, New Chapter...Good to Be Back!
12.16.09
Welcome to the new Samarah site...I've given it some much needed love, attention and clean code! If you have IE6 it's going to look jumbled until I have time to adjust the script for that outdated beast. It took me awhile to weed through about 6 years of old content, files, flyers and media for the long overdue purging and organizing. I've transfered most every review, photo, guestbook and website version on my hard drive now and all that reminicing brought such a flood of wonderful memories, people and places. =)
I've been working on my second full-length album, "Matters of the Heart" and feel really refreshed with the new approach I'm taking to my song writing. A lot has changed in my headspace as well as my hardware/software set up since I started pushing out and am really excited with the new sound in this album...ambitious even! It's of course reminescent of those old ambient tracks I started out with that oozed with clicks, pops and reverb but more refined and explores a lot more instruments and variation in tempo, grooves and vocal treatments. All my favorite genres will probably show their influence...indie, 80's, techno, old country, jazz, classical, drum n' bass, deep house and on and on.
Subscribe to my RSS feed, follow me on twitter or sign up for the mailing list (the form is on the home page, right side) to get the low down on the new album, upcoming shows (this winter/spring!) and what I ate for breakfast.
GOOD TO BE BACK!
From the Depths of My Hard Drive
11.28.09
I've been sorting through my insanely large catalog of unreleased, unfinished and "live only" tracks and after twiddling my thumbs for a bit, decided to upload some. You can find them in the music player on the front page, top left. It's a pretty broad spectrum now from lush downtempo, drum n' bass to idm and frankly it makes me feel a little schitzo!
Patience and Purpose
11.10.08
This past year has been a time for reflection and new direction. Just as things start taking momentum, I've taken a step back to make sure that what I'm doing musically in all aspects feels right especially with my new album and netlabel. In the past, things tended to take off really quickly and losing focus was easy. I believe by taking my time, future projects will be even more creative, inspirational and purposeful.
It's been nearly a year of reorganization of new netlabel, Chasma, and I've decided that all the delay and procrastination is there for a reason, and I've decided to pursue other creative projects...my graphic design and a music/art blog. If you have a Flickr account, please join my little group "Music Space" so you can show off places where you make, create and listen to music. It's just sitting there right now collecting dust but I like planting little seeds and going back to water them. :)
Sunbeams
05.14.08
The days are getting longer, the sun is shinning brighter and it's a productive time of year for me. :) On the docket is of course day dreaming on my album, a remix project for Audiobulb and getting together the first release on my label, Chasma.
You can even read a little blurb about the label/collective in the recent edition of Madison's Isthmus newspaper in the music section. Can't stop, won't stop...fresh to the death!
Upcoming Shows in Madison
04.01.08
Two live shows coming up in Madison at Nat Spill on April 5th and at The Inferno on April 17th. Rawk.
Twitterrific
03.17.08
Decided to give Twitter a whirly. Seems like a good place for my randomness. If you have an account, follow me @Samarah
Winter Solitude
11.19.07
I've been taking a break from live performances, its been a busy year for me non-musically with moving, working on launching my own grahic/web design business and taking more time to listen to music than writing it...which is really important because I'm thirsty for inspiration lately.
Net-label Nishi Release
01.9.07
I'm thrilled that Nishi has decided to release my latest ep "Robots Smile Too"! They are a tight knit little Canadian label with a really diverse roster of electronic musicians and definitely worth a visit to harvest some good music for your iPod.
Listen Up for Some Free Christmas Cheer
12.10.06
A holiday gift to you from me! Snatch up some new unreleased tracks in the download area and fresh wallpapers...your desktop will thank you.
Feeling a Tad Gemini
11.05.06
Life has been very full lately for me in my graphic design career pursuits ...I've been working at the same job I interned at while in college for too long now and felt it was time to raise the bar for myself. I ended up landing a new job at Punchstock/Getty Images here in Madison and have my plate full with freelance projects too. If that's not enough to keep my head spinning, I also have a radio interview coming up on WSUM on November 12th at 3pm if you're in the Madison area. Sometimes I feel like I'm split right down the middle when it comes to my passion for music vs. design! Oh, and don't forget to stroll on over to the shop to preorder the new ep.
You Know, Robots Smile Too
08.23.06
I have a growing mass of songs and recordings so decided that it's time to put them out there,,, my next ep, "Robots Smile Too", will be released this November on Belladonna Records. Also, my freelance graphic/web design, Stellar Creative Studio, has new digs at www.youarestellar.com.
New Reviews, New Compilation, New Shows
07.20.06
There is a review up at the blog, "New Albums Galore" of "These Things" EP. New summer live shows , including opening The King Club and with Landau (Merck) at my favorite local cafe, Mother Fool's. Come down and say hello! New photos added to the gallery. But wait, there's more...I have a new track "Human" featured on the new compilation over at Nishi Records celebrating their 100th release. There are over 30 amazing tracks to download...go now!
Belladonna Records Update
06.07.06
Oh joy, warm and long days are upon us! I may be Wisconsin born and bred but I have no interest in snow or having to scrape my car windows every morning, bleh, The new label I co-run, "Belladonna Records" is approaching our first release - a Summer Compilation featuring 19 sweet tracks of local and international downtempo, idm, indiepop and trip hop producers. I just uploaded the website's new design and we are busy sending advance copies out for reviews and distribution and organizing the CD release party which will by Saturday, July 15th at my favorite little wine bar Cafe Montmartre here in Madison.
Say it Aint So! Falling Away Almost Out of Stock
05.01.06
Wow, I just realized that I have only 5 copies of my full-length "Falling Away" (Zod) available. Grab a copy now in the shop because I'm not sure when I'll be getting another run and can't believe how fast they went. Three new shows have been added to the live section - Madison and Milwaukee. I haven't played a proper show since last November so expect a ton of new material and some extra edginess for the Milwaukee kids;)
Everyone Loves Their MAMA (Awards)
03.20.06
This past weekend I was awarded not one, but TWO awards at the Madison Area Awards Show for Best Electronic Album and Best Electronic Artist! I did a little squeal each time my name was announced and when I got up on stage it was so awesome to be acknowledged by my fellow community of musicians and music lovers. I want to thank everyone who voted for little old me...these things are what keep me going :) Luv, Samarah
My New Label, Slew of Releases. How do I Manage to Find Time to Sleep?
03.07.06
Drum roll....welcome to the new site! Inside you'll find tons of good things including secret pong, robots, samples and more. This is my first site in all CSS and Flash so if anything looks super messed up, drop me a note in the new comment area, or just a hello, story, whatever. I'll be adding new tidbits in the near future, so check back often kids! On to what's going on with moi. First off, be sure to check out the label I co-run at belladonnarecords.com. We (my partner in crime is Phil Bryant aka Drumfable) feature lovely electronic, hip hop, glitch, 8 bit and whatever tickles our fancy. I recently redid (more like slaved over) the site design and we are working on releasing our first physical release which is a compilation. More chatter on that later.
Speaking of comps, you'll find a Samarah track on the new Hand Stitched Heart Compilation featuring Accelera Deck, Satellite Grooves, and more. Here at home I was nominated for the Madison Area Music Awards "Best Electronic Album" and also will be presenting that night.
So where is some new music you ask? I recently replaced my laptop and it took awhile geekin' out transferring files, installing programs,etc. so I had some downtime. I've also been busy working on some album artwork over at lovely Audiobulb Records. Believe it or not, there's more, but I'll save it for later as I need to get some more coffee.
Give-Away Winner Announced, Igloo Magazine Review
02.19.06
We have a winner baby! The winner of the cd give-away was Dustin from Madison and I'll be running more drawings soon...join the mailing list to be involved. Thanks to all my current readers for the support! Also, the lovely folks over at Igloo mag graciously reviewed the new album...read here! Oh warm fuzzies. Keepin' it going...
ARCHIVES - 2005 AND EARLIER12.20.05 There are new reviews up in the press section for Falling Away and the CD release party with Andreas Tiliander et al. The reviews are featured in the December issue of music zine Rick's Cafe which can be picked up at numerous locations throughout Madison.
12.13.05 Well now, lets have some fun, shall we? I am giving away one FREE COPY of "Falling Away" to one lucky humanoid that subscribes to my newsletter between now and January 13th. You can sign up anywhere on the website. Ready....GO!
11.21.05 The album is finished and available for purchase at the new mini-site. Zod Records will also be releasing Falling Away through their website and distributors. Until on and offline distro is confirmed you can purchase Falling Away through my website or at local record shops. I also confirmed a slot for a local New Years event and will update the tour section when more info is available. Happy Turkey Day and enjoy the Tryptophan ;)
10.27.05 The new full-length "Falling Away" is almost completed and will be available for purchase right here on samarahspace.com on November 17th. Celebrate the release at Club Inferno in Madison, WI with guests Andreas Tilliander, The Flashbulb, Justin McGrath, Haloscope and Alan!
09.14.05 There are two new reviews of "These Things" featured on Mileu and Grave Concerns. 08.16.05 Thanks again to Ricks Cafe for a great review of "These Things" which you can read here. You can now hear Samarah tracks on glowdot.com (Dreamscape Radio) and retroforwardradio.com's play lists. Pardon the bleakness while the website's new design is being finished.
07.26.05 Yikes, What a crazy month. Thanks to everyone who came out to the release party. I've been dragging my gear out for weeks now to various shows and will be wrapping up with BlueShift in northern Wisco where I'll be tagging with Alan indulging in some experimental drum and bass. I recently uploaded a cover of "What a Wonderful World" and a new track "What you Hold Dear" which you can hear here. Now quietly retreating into the shadows for awhile to work on my first full-length which I promise will blow up in your face this fall...
07.05.05 The CD Release party for "These Things" ep is this Friday, July 8 at Cafe Montmartre in Madison. See the shows section for more details. Hope to see you there!06.27.05 I just finished up a string of shows in Madison and Chicago and thanks to all who made it down and showed support! Last week "These Things" was released on Nishi and is popping up on ipod lists :) I decided to jump on board with a new label that I feel has a lot of potential and passion. You can visit Kendra Unique Records here. My cd release is coming up fast at Cafe Montmartre in Madison, WI...expect a great show with rockin sets from Yard and M50 from Chicago.
06.08.05 I have set up an avenue for you to purchase "These Things" online with credit/debit card or Paypal. Info on purchasing is in the music section. I have quite a few shows coming up to support the new ep and expect to see you out in Madison, Milwaukee and Chicago to rawk it with me!
06.06.05 "These Things" has been released on the net label: Electronical Records. Be sure to check out the other independent artists' releases
05.26.05 Alas! I am proud to unleash unto you "These Things", my latest ep and also a teaser as I am working on my first full-length due out this July. Visit the mini-site where you can download the tracks and artwork for free or pick up a physical disk at one of my upcoming shows.
05.13.05 Yikes, sorry for the lag in updates but things have been busy. I'm happy to say that my EP 'These Things" is nearly finished. It will be released on a couple net labels and am hoping to have it available at my next show in a couple weeks. I will have a mini site up for it as well where you can download the tracks and the artwork. I also plan on releasing a full-length this fall..more on that later. Check the shows section where I've added new dates in Madison, Milwaukee and Chicago.
03.30.05 I have uploaded a new track titled "With You" in the music section. You can also stream it at MySpace I am currently working on a new full-length album and plan to be touring this summer. Keep checking back for updates! The performance at the MAMA's award show went great, see the photos section for epics. It was such an amazing and unique experience to compose a track with a boys choir and made me realize what I can accomplish when I push myself...
02.20.05 I'm happy to share with you that I'll be performing at the Madison Area Music Awards show with the Madison boy's choir. I think the composition is coming along and am looking forward to working with the choir and the end result. The show is March 26th, and if you're in the Madison area you can purchase tickets here.
01.28.05 There is a new remix of "She Goes" in the music section by Fourrier. Well done!
01.25.05 Well, after some coercing I'm officially on the ballot for The Madison Area Musician's Awards for best Electronic Artist and best Electronic Album.Take a min. and cast your ballot here. Good karma will follow ;)
01.20.05 Next show is Monday January 24th @ The Corral Room, Madison WI. Show starts at 10:00. "What is Beautiful" CD will be available.
01.13.05 On stands tomorrow in a local music zine "Ricks Cafe" will be an interview of me by the wonderful Amanda Gaze.
01.11.05 Next show confirmed for January 24th at The Corral Room, see shows section for details.
11.19.04 After some double booking and miscommunications the King Club performance will be SUNDAY NOVEMBER 28TH. I am also playing CAFE MOMARTRE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 21. See the shows section for more details. Now back to the basement for more cutting up and tweaking out.
9.03.04 Well kids, what did you do over summer? Well, I've basically been working my ass off and just moved 2 weeks back. I was able to get out to NYC and San Francisco though. I am working on some local collaborations but for right now my next solo show is October 18th @ The Portal Cafe in Madison. See the shows section for more details. It's been about 4 months since my last show, so you can bet it's gonna be a damn good one :)
8.31.04 It's about friggin' time, I got my DIPLOMA in the mail today...I officially have an Associate Degree in Applied Arts of Graphic Design. I also have a new student loan payment coming my way!
7.30.04 You can read a new review of the EP "What is Beautiful" here by SPLENDID MAGAZINE. "It's quite lovely; put it in the CD changer on shuffle, along with your Bowery Electric and Bardo Pond discs, and you won't be disappointed."
7.18.04 Updated the music page with compilation cd available from MPLS ltd records at CD Baby, added a couple live photos.
6.25.04 The creative person is both more primitive and more cultivated, more destructive, a lot madder and a lot saner, than the average person - Frank Barron
5.29.04 Thanks to Ricks Cafe (you can pick up the local music newspaper for free throughout Madison's record/cd shops, cafes and clubs) for the review. See the section for full review.
4.15.04 You can now hear "Pale Honey" and "Spark" in rotation at OEM Radio. The station, run by Dub Beautiful Collective, features IDM, downtempo, nu-jazz, breakbeat and experimental music.
3.05.04 The release party for the MPLS LTD compilation "Travel Companion" has been confirmed for March 25 at the 7th Street Entry in Mpls. More info here.
2.15.04 Just got back from Hawaii recently and have been pretty busy. Taking a break from playing live awhile...
1.11.04 A date has been confirmed for Friday january 23 at the angelic brewery in Madison.
1.02.03 New track Pale Honey is now available and is doing well at the charts on electronicscene.com. Happy new year and cheers!
12.10.03 Happy holidays. tomorrow a live show in Madison WI at Twisted X-mas at the Blufin. Get ready to rave!
11.02.03 What is Beautiful EP is now available for download.
