New Mix: “Taking Flight”

New Mix from Ten Million Sounds: Taking Flight The first in a series of forthcoming mixes by Ten Million Sounds, “Taking Flight” combines melodic harmonies with soothing downtempo rhythms from some of today’s premiere independent artists. Photo by Aether : http://diegovchavez.com/ http://instagram.com/p/JV29Krm_v0/ A.M. Architect: http://amarchitect.bandcamp.com/ Emancipator: http://www.emancipatormusic.com/ Bonobo: http://bonobomusic.com/ Haywyre:... Read More

Hiatus : We Can Be Ghosts Now ft. Shura

We Can Be Ghosts Now feat. Shura by Hiatus Our good friend Hiatus is back with his latest offering: a lovely collaboration with Shura featuring an animated video directed by Tim Jobbins. The combination of the two makes the uplifting We Can Be Ghosts Now an indication of massive talent from all parties involved. To say I’m looking forward to Hiatus’ forthcoming album is an understatement… I try to live in the present, but as... Read More

Hiatus – The Wrestler (Free Download)

Hiatus – The Wrestler UK-based electronic producer and our close friend Hiatus has crafted a beautiful track that’s a bit different from his electronic work. This one’s great for your Sunday morning. “The Wrestler” is a wonderfully mellow tune, with a melancholic piano running throughout the course of the track. I’m not quite sure how many electronic producers you could ask to create a classical piano tune, devoid... Read More

Mt. Wolf – Life Size Ghosts (Hiatus Remix)

Mt. Wolf – Life Size Ghosts (Hiatus Remix) Lying in bed, having just woken up, my eyes were still a bit fuzzy and heavy. I was browsing the internet at maximum capacity for the early morning moment – lazily from my fingertips, phone in hand. In my inbox was an e-mail from the extremely talented producer and our buddy Hiatus containing a new remix for a group called Mt. Wolf. I threw off my bedsheets and quickly booted up the computer.... Read More

Hiatus Interview + Free Download

At the end of a year that saw him collaborate with artists as far removed as dub reggae legend Linton Kwesi Johnson and folk singer Shura, UK electronica producer Hiatus (Cyrus Shahrad) speaks exclusively to Ten Million Sounds about his musical past, present and future. Download Nobody from Hiatus’ Ghost Notes LP in the player above. TMS: Your music incorporates sounds from a lot of different genres, and it makes me wonder, what kind of... Read More

Hiatus : Music For A Film

Music For A Film is a mini-LP released by UK producer Hiatus (Cyrus Shahrad) in late 2010. These eight tracks were actually scored for a film that was unfortunately never released. Fortunately, you don’t need any visuals to enjoy the music — these chilled tracks combine atmospheric and picturesque ambient/hip hop beats that will draw you in and hold you until the final track rings out. Hiatus – Dawn Hiatus – Foreigner Hiatus... Read More

Hiatus : Nobody

Song of the Day ; November 11th, 2011 This one really chilled me out. Hiatus, a.k.a. Cyrus Shahrad is a musician based in London who’s already made a splash with his music. Making incredibly atmospheric and carefully crafted beats seem to come naturally to this young producer. His discography is proof of that, and this track especially. In “Nobody,” Hiatus also samples quotes from the movie Dead Man, making them fit seamlessly on... Read More