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Dreams, ghosts, mediums, and stage magic permeate Somniloquy, the fourth release from husband and wife duo the Endless from Los Feliz, CA. Inspired by 19th century photographs of Spiritualists, séances, ectoplasm, and Bess Houdini, Somniloquy is an album of haunting female vocals and electronic shoegaze and dreampop sensibilities evoking such artists as Goldfrapp, Portishead, and Imogen Heap. The album includes the voices of Endless fans. “We wanted our fans to be more involved in the making of the album,” said lead vocalist Adriana Roze. “So we asked them to call a special phone number and share with us their dreams. We were absolutely inspired and amazed by what they gave us.” These recorded dreams became the backbone for the album’s titular track. Somniloquy brings the first cover song for the band, Neil Young’s classic After the Gold Rush. “We wanted to present the song from the point of view of the human race in the 21st century, watching the devastation of the environment and wondering how we missed the warning signs,” said David Roze, the band’s guitarist, bassist, and engineer. “So there are a lot of harsh, metallic sounds that are juxtaposed with the more organic sounds of strings, straining to make themselves heard in the fray.” For the release of the new album, along with making physical CDs available, the band has started a new download store at their website using the model pioneered by Issa (formerly Jane Siberry). “We’re very excited about it,” said Adriana. “Our entire back catalog is downloadable, re-mastered, and available with a self-determined pricing option. We want our music to be available to everyone and to establish a system of trust with our listeners.” The Endless have been featured as Homegrown Artists at Amoeba Music of Hollywood and have made chart-topping sales records at CDBaby. They have played in many music venues around the country and have been featured at the NXNE Music Festival in Toronto. Their previous albums, Grumpy Ghost, …and i’m the queen of the moon, and the Republic of Heaven have received critical acclaim from publications around the world. Reflecting on their ten years working together, the band is still in love, both with their art and with each other. “As artists and as a couple, we’ve created a wonderful dynamic of give and take. We’ve learned balance in our lives and in our art, and it has made the process of creating music together a real gift.” Somniloquy is produced by David and Adriana Roze, released by their label Queen of the Moon Music, and mastered by Matt Brown at The Brewery.

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Sep 22, 04:41 AM

the Endless - "Hunt For The Heart" Music Video

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We follow in the footsteps of a woman on her hunt for "the heart". The video was made with 2d and 3d animation, video footage and illustration. The green screen material was shot in LA and the animation and compositing was done in Stockholm, Sweden.

"Hunt For The Heart" is from the album "Somniloquy." Find CDs and MP3 downloads at our official site, CDBaby, and iTunes. www.theendlessband.com
Directed by Mathias Erixon.
Production co.: Oddity www.oddity.se
Commissioned through Radar Music Videos
Aug 01, 07:40 AM

the Endless - "Somniloquy" Video

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Video for the song "Somniloquy" from our album of the same name. The voices are those of our fans who called in to a special hotline to share their dreams with us. Footage taken in the Catacombs of Paris.

More on us here: www.theendlessband.comTwitter: @theendless
Jun 01, 02:59 PM

the Endless - The Making of Somniloquy Episode 1

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This is the first in an ongoing series of shorts about the making of our new album, Somniloquy, which will be released in October of 2008. Shawn Jackson, a longtime friend and fan of the Endless, is the interviewer. David will in fact speak in future episodes, so stay with us! www.theendlessband.com
Jun 01, 02:59 PM

the Endless Holiday Single 2008 - Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

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Introductory video to the 2008 Holiday Single by the Endless! Every year we record a few fun songs for our fans. This year is two songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood: "It's Such A Good Feeling" and "Tree, Tree, Tree." With special guest stars King Friday XIII and Lady Elaine Fairchilde. Happy Holidays! To download the songs being introduced here, just join the Endless mailing list at www.theendlessband.com
Jun 01, 02:59 PM

the Endless - The Making of Somniloquy Episode 2

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"Dreaming Through Instruments" David talks about his process making music and the band discusses their dynamic as a couple working together. www.theendlessband.com
Jun 01, 02:59 PM

the Endless - "Labyrinth" video from "The Republic Of Heaven"

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Music video for the song 'Labyrinth' from the album 'The Republic of Heaven' by the Endless from Los Angeles, CA. Directed, shot & edited by Maron Studio www.maronstudio.comAdditional direction, camera & editing by Peter Clarke Additional camera & help by Chuck Skelton