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We Will Live On

by Deru

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    The same data that Deru used to compose the album was interpreted into visuals by Gunther Kleinert (Monotonstereo). Frequency and loudness values of each song were extracted and transformed into vertical lines of different densities, overlayed by hatched blocks that represent the pitches.
    These digital files were then printed using a pen plotter (a robotic arm that can hold pens), so the same type of digital-to-analog process was used for art as for the music.

    Fine-art inkjet prints taken from high-quality scans of the original pen plots. Limited Edition of 10 for each song.
    50 x 40 cm (~19.69" x 15.75").
    Printed on demand using Hahnemühle Photo Rag.
    Prints will be shipped unframed in a secure cardboard tube. Some import taxes may be incurred depending on your countries policies.

    Large photos of every print here: www.deru.la/art-prints

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The Wind 05:35
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The Dirt 04:04
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The Rain 05:14
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The Ash 03:52
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The Return 05:20

about

We Will Live On was made with a Disklavier (an acoustic piano outfitted with solenoids that allowed it to be digitally controlled) and custom made software to sequence it. This made the piano appear to play itself. Technology seemingly embedded with humanity.

Written with the backdrop of news about the worsening climate crisis and pandemic isolation, made themes of legacy, loneliness, helplessness, love and hope emerge. The title, We Will Live On, is meant as a question. Will we? And if so, in what way? Will this outlive me? Will technology outlive all of us?

Beauty in the face of fear. Art to fill the void. The piano playing in an empty room. The piano man nowhere to be found.

credits

released October 28, 2022

Mastering: Heba Kadry
Location Recording: Ian Wellman
Photography: Peter Marlow
Design: Michael Cina
Video direction: Vector is Love

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