Kevin Hartnell: “Umbra” (Dark Ambient)
Overlook Hotel Records presents the re-issue of the 1999 Dark Ambient classic “Umbra,” originally released on MP3.com.
I have just re-issued my Umbra project from Overlook Hotel Records. This collection of ambient and dark ambient compositions was born back in the late 90’s and was greatly inspired by my love of horror and science fiction film scores.
Unlike my rock projects, there are no drums on this release. Some of the music may make you feel calm and relaxed, while other tracks, like “The Pear in the Garden” or “Rue Lake,” may simply give you the creeps.
Chart Success on MP3.com
Long before modern streaming, this project found a massive audience on the original MP3.com platform.
On December 22, 2000, the opening track “Charon’s Journey” hit #1 on the MP3.com Dark Ambient / Noise Charts, topping a list of global independent artists. It remains one of my most widely distributed tracks, having been licensed for film and appearing in strange places all over the web.
Stream the Album
The album is available for free streaming or download. I have also released The Dusk Single, which features two popular ambient tracks that include rare percussion elements.
Tracklist
Tracklist:
- Charon’s Journey (06:26)
- Dementia (part 1) (05:41)
- The Pear In The Garden (05:04)
- Imprecation (05:17)
- Lucid Coma (02:53)
- Libidinous Orison (04:19)
- Dementia (part 2) (07:04)
- Rue Lake (05:41)
- Aurora (05:15)
Credits & License
Originally released in 1999 on Overlook Hotel Records (R237-003).
Artwork and design by Hector the Rat for Overlook Hotel Records.