[New Age] Wang Wei & Li Xiaopei - Innovative Music

[New Age] Wang Wei & Li Xiaopei - Innovative Music - Equilibrium (衡) (2017) [WAV]

Posted by TUE on Feb 20, 2010 with 2 Comments

Innovative Music: Equilibrium by Wang Wei and Li Xiaopei is a bold and introspective journey into the realm of New Age and ethnic instrumental fusion. This 2017 release balances ancient aesthetics with modern sonic experimentation, weaving together a tapestry of enigmatic melodies, atmospheric soundscapes, and conceptual depth. The album’s title, Equilibrium (衡), is a fitting representation of its sonic and philosophical pursuit — the balance of motion and stillness, chaos and order, tradition and innovation.

The opening track, “Pregnancy of Haze”, immediately draws listeners into a misty, evolving sound world where ambient textures and ethnic elements merge in a dreamlike prelude. “The Vault” and “Ark” follow with a cosmic, expansive mood — featuring haunting instrumentation, subtle rhythmic patterns, and a spiritual undercurrent that evokes mystery and wonder.

The heart of the album lies in “Devices of Equilibrium” and “Vertical & Horizon”, where layers of tonal and rhythmic interplay create a sense of balance and movement. The use of electronic textures blended with traditional instruments reveals the duo’s masterful production and compositional control.

“Leaning” and “Eternity” slow the pace, offering meditative interludes that evoke a timeless atmosphere. These tracks reflect inner tension and release — a musical metaphor for introspection and spiritual balance.

Later tracks like “The Plough” and “Parallel Lines” introduce more structured melodic motifs, echoing traditional Chinese elements while remaining grounded in contemporary minimalism. The closing track, “Ashes of Ruins”, is solemn and reflective, a powerful finale that suggests rebirth from decay — the eternal cycle of creation and dissolution.

Overall, Equilibrium is a cerebral and emotive album that rewards careful listening. It stands as a unique contribution to the modern New Age and ethnic instrumental genres — a quiet masterpiece of conceptual and musical balance.

专辑名称：衡
专辑艺人：王崴 & 李小沛
出版社：广东音像出版社
发行公司：风林唱片
ISBN：9787798401404
发行日期：2017年

Tracklist:
01 - 孕朦 Pregnancy of Haze ...4:43
02 - 穹 The Vault ...4:55
03 - 方舟 Ark ...3:58
04 - 衡玑 Devices of Equilibrium ...4:05
05 - 纵横 Vertical & Horizon ...4:03
06 - 倾斜 Leaning ...4:26
07 - 恒瞑 Eternity ...3:41
08 - 北斗 The Plough ...3:38
09 - 并行线 Parallel Lines ...4:12
10 - 烬墟 Ashes of Ruins ...4:11

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Other Albums:
Wang Wei - Cinematic Piano I (2010) [WAV]
Wang Wei - Cinematic Piano II (2011) [WAV]
Wang Wei - Rose & Piano (玫瑰钢琴) (2010) [WAV]
Wang Wei - The Rosy Piano Hits (玫瑰钢琴II) (2011) [WAV]
Wang Wei - Mandarin Folk Essence (水墨流觞) (2010) [FLAC]
Wang Wei - Love Songs On The Piano (2010) [WAV]
Wang Wei - The Hall Of Jazz - Blue Bossa (2010) [WAV]
Wang Wei - Equilibrium (衡) (2017) [WAV]
Wang Wei - King Of Pianos (万琴之王) (2006) [2CD] [WAV]

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