Ellis, Paul

Artist: Paul Ellis & Craig Padilla
P: 2004
Two electronic artists from the western US, Craig Padilla and Paul Ellis, join forces to create 72 minutes of enjoyable electronic music. ECHO SYSTEM is clearly inspired by the classic 70's electronic synth masters (Tangerine Dream, Klaus Schulze, etc.) However, rather than simply imitating the pioneers, Padilla and Ellis draw inspitration from them, infusing their own distinct styles, and adding depth and interest to an all too often two-dimensional musical form. Craig and Paul spent two years fine-tuning ECHO SYSTEM, and it is sure to appeal to long time fans of electronic music. Definitely a must for fans of Padilla or Ellis' previous works, and a great introduction to those discovering either of them for the first time.

Artist: Paul Ellis & Jared White
P: 2022
I normally record my Spacemusic with no drum machines, I just use interlocking sequencers for the rhythm, but lately I've been feeling it was time to explore that side. Jared asked about doing a project together and I thought it would be the perfect time. Reference points would lean towards Schmoelling era (80's) TD, William Orbit, Patrick O'Hearn, and maybe a dash of Ulrich Schnauss. Of course it also doesn't sound like anyone else but us.

Artist: Paul Ellis
P: 2024
The Haunted Afternoon is a collection of improvised pieces that were performed live and stitched together to make one album.
Because of limiting the time length (and as a mercy to DJ’s ) the 5 main pieces have been separated.
We have also included a MP3 version where it is a continuous piece for those of us that like our Spacemusic immersive!
But if you play it in one stream from your CD player it has the same effect!

Artist: Paul Ellis
P: 2000
Influences from mid-70's Tangerine Dream are quite obvious on the first track, but from then on Paul Ellis leads us through pristine soundscapes. Indeed, this CD is much more than just copying Froese and Co. from the "Stratosfear" era. We do hear the unavoidable Mellotron but also soundscapes, patterns and sequences that are genuine. Ellis uses a wide array of moods: from ambient to rhythmic, retro to contemporary, moody to bright, atmospheric to foreboding, but never chaotic or experimental.

Artist: Paul Ellis
P: 2023
Magnificent new release from one of the best American Berlin School musicians..

Artist: Paul Ellis
P: 2022
Magnificent new release from one of the best American Berlin School musicians..

Artist: Paul Ellis
P: 2011
From Out Of The Vast Comes Nearness, Paul Ellis’ latest album of new music, is a purely electronic expression of five long-form pieces that blend ambient sound design with rhythmic electronics, recalling the classic works of genre masters like Tangerine Dream, Klaus Schulze or Vangelis; but with a restrained modern air.
With a mixture of synthesized sonics, both melodic and cerebral, the music brings to mind the unfolding expanse of the cosmos, stated with a graceful patience that propels the steadily evolving, constantly moving synthscapes to a highly personal level.
Fans of Paul’s style will recognize his signature immediately, and while this new work retains familiar elements from his earlier releases, it is perhaps his most reflective album to date.
Paul’s usual high production standard is maintained here, and his talent for sound design and the careful orchestration of each piece makes every element of the mix sit perfectly in place with an attention to detail that draws us closer with each listen.
From Out Of The Vast Comes Nearness is packaged in a dual gatefold presentation, in the tradition of the vinyl record jacket, with beautiful photography from master artist Pablo Magne, whose visual style will be familiar to fans of Paul’s other works such as Silent Conversations or Echo System.