We also see the introduction of brass instrumentation also played by Tash. ‘Murder on the Mind’ has been released again with this album but with a different mix which I prefer to the single that was released mid last year. Again, we see an instrumental section towards the back end of the track however it is again unique and is not simple more of the same with a drum beat and rhythm backing guitar backing the lead guitar. This track is also a lot more vocal heavy compared to the other two tracks. The follow tracking track ‘Cigarettes’ is a multi-layered treat having beautiful dynamics. The fact these songs are built up from the ground by one person is a real testament to Sultana. We also hear the first guitar solo of the album and to say it is impressive is an understatement. This song is the first time we see elements of R&B seep into the music with a very smooth effective. ‘Big Smoke’ builds nicely of the introduction following the guitar and building with the additional instruments and showcase the song building of Sultana. The first introduction of vocals in ‘Seeds’ shows the range of Sultana and showing their ability to carry the melody with minimal backing from instruments. The tracks ‘Seeds (Intro)’ and ‘Big Smoke’ build nicely together and set the tone for the entire album. The album starts incredibly strong with side a.
There is also a track list on the rear of the album cover The cover art fits with the aesthetic and is psychedelic in nature. Personally, I don’t think the album really needed to be housed in a triple gatefold and a normal double gatefold would have been more than satisfactory. Inside the gatefold is original artwork credited as B.
The records are housed in a triple gatefold in a rough textured cardboard. The records do come in black paper sleeves, but I have since swapped these out for soft plastic inners. The pressing is relatively quiet and does not suffer from imperfection such as locked grooves and such. Included in this pressing is also a 16-page booklet that has artwork and lyrics matching the aesthetic of the soundscape and a thank you note on the back as well as a two-sided poster. It is beautifully pressed with sides a and c being more pink than green and sides b and d being more green than pink. The pressing I am using to complete this review is the European Deluxe pressing on Mint and Pink colour vinyl as seen here. The album mixes in alternative rock, R&B elements, psychedelic rock as well as funk, reggae and soul genres to provide a surprisingly well-rounded experience.Ĭartridge: Audio Technica AT3482P (P-Mount) The album highlights the impressive music capability of Tash and shows music experience and talent well beyond their years. Powered by Broadtime Tuneportals More Info:This is the debut effort released this year of Australian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tash Sultana who rose to fame through their remarkable live performances. Musically however, its 14 tracks take root into far-reaching sonic territory, departing from loops and layers towards meditative combinations of soul, funk, RnB, folk, rock, hip hop ' you name it. Spiritually, Terra Firma finds the artist reconnecting to their roots, returning to earth after the dizzying heights of success, and reminding themselves who they are and what it means to be human. Improving significantly as a singer, player, producer and arranger, the solo star - for the first time - opened up to like-minded collaborators, including Matt Corby and Dann Hume, Jerome Farah, and Josh Cashman. From the expansive 'Coma' to the evocative 'Greed', almost every note was composed, arranged, performed and engineered by Tash. The follow-up to 2016's ARIA-winning Flow State was recorded in a custom-built studio over nearly a year. A globe-trotting sensation with a live show that needs to be seen to be believed, the 25-year-old's second album Terra Firma is a natural evolution of their multi-dimensional jams. One of Australia's greatest self-made successes, Tash Sultana is a one-person powerhouse who commands multiple instruments and gear, whether on-sage or in-studio. NOW That’s What I Call Music! ‘90’s Alternative RockĪ Brighter Beat: 15th Anniversary Edition ĭivine Council Something Borrowed, Something New: A Tribute to John Anderson
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