StrangeCloud

Acoustic based psychedelic pop rock with a twist of country

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05/12/2013

An acoustic-based, psychedelic pop duo, StrangeCloud formed in 1998 as a trio. The first 2 EPs (Blueprint and Foundation) and the first CD (Formation) saw the group experimenting with a variety of sounds from folk and country to pop/rock to electronica. Several of the songs from those early years were very successful on various internet sites, most reaching #1 on genre charts. By mid-1999 the focus was on acoustic folk-pop with an alt country flavor. The current duo has performed relentlessly since fall 1999 and has released 3 highly successful indie CDs. While earlier projects focused on the acoustic sound, the newer material is more pop and rock oriented. The latest StrangeCloud CD, "Psychedelectric Orange" was released on May 4, 2004 and contains 11 new StrangeCloud songs, plus licensed versions of the Beatles "Things We Said Today," and Pink Floyd's "Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun."

Think of the 70's,tripping & chilling,absolute bliss........ Reviewer: Sharon O'Reilly (wildwitchy) I'd never heard of strangecloud before but when I got my c.d (p.orange) I was extreamly impressed! The songs remind me of the 70's music .... Pyschedelia, swirly purple wallpaper, tie dye clothes (that I wear!) and all the music that goes with that era. It was quite a blast from the past with a new edge to it. The 2 gentlemen, fred and jeff have great voices. They take me quite far away. As said by other reviewers it has got the essence of the late beatles, yes, woodstock type bands. Excellent ... just go out and buy it why dont you!
Reviewer: Bill Farrish This is a great CD. Fred and Jeff have put together a fine collection of music on this disc. It's great to hear music like this recorded and produced by the artist without the intrusion of the salesminded so-called "music industry". Anything else I could add would simply be an echo of the other reviews this disc has received. GREAT JOB GUYS!!! THIS IS A MUST HAVE CD!!!
You won't be sorry Reviewer: Clay Pettis To say I was pleasantly surprised would be an understatement. I've been a musician for over 35 years and have given this CD several critical listenings. Each time, I latched onto more discoveries. With Strangecloud, you get "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue" and more. It comes through on this CD that these gentlemen know what they're doing and they do it very, very well.
They did it again! Reviewer: Andrea Baratto I have to ditto the rest of the comments so far on this CD. What a great Thematic collection of tunes reminiscent of Pink Floyd, The Band, and anything in between. I love it guys, keep more coming.
The Wait is Over! Reviewer: Lance Morey It's been a long time comming, but 'Strangecloud' makes a triumphant return with their new CD "Psychedelectric Orange". With tracks like "Hello" & "Set the controls for the heart of the Sun", they take you through a broad musical spectrum, that leaves your ears begging for more.. Quinch your musical thirst with "Psychedelectric Orange"...
Reviewer: Frank Cotolo Fred Wheeler and Jeff Anderson manage to blend a hearty helping of influences into each track on this long-awaited CD and deliver a feast of sounds, original and interpretive. StrangeCloud has become recognized as a masterful and popular independent act over the last decade. This collection of songs continues the StrangeCloud standard with slick, professional, manicured renditions of new songs, as well as a cover of a great, off-the-beaten-track tune by The Beatles and a Pink Floyd studio masterpiece. StrangeCloud’s version of psychedelic is fearless, open, honest and entertaining.
Reviewer: Remo Leomporra Jr. A very interesting and eclectic combination of songs. Music that isn't tainted by an industry, but is developed by the artists themselves. Even Pink Floyd and Beatles covers which I dare say are better than the originals. The lush soundscapes are well thought out and very entertaining. Each song goes into it's own direction and are well executed. I am enjoying this CD, you will too!
A Must Have; Simply Awesome. Reviewer: Seismic Anamoly Psychedelectric Orange is one of the BEST Cd's I have heard this year. These guys do a superb job of putting together some really good Ear Kandy for your listening pleasure. If you like good music, you need this CD. It will be money very well spent.

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Psychedelectric Orange Released!

Saturday, May 15, 2004 Wednesday, April 27, 2005

StrangeCloud's 3rd full length CD "Psychedelectric Orange" was released on May 4, 2004 and is available from http://www.cdbaby.com/strangecloudThe new release contains 11 new StrangeCloud originals and authorized cover versions of The Beatles' "Things We Said Today," and Pink Floyd's "Set The Controls For The Heart of The Sun."While the earlier projects focused on the acoustic, alt country sound, the newer material on "Psychedelectric Orange" is more pop and rock oriented. Think Beatles, Pink Floyd, Traveling Wilburys, Beach Boys, Bee Gees, Crosby Stills Nash & Young, America, Wilco, and Simon & Garfunkel all brought together in a 21st century mode, shaken and not stirred. These upbeat songs have a heavy emphasis on pop melody ala Lennon/McCartney, feature layered 3 and 4-part harmony, and an abundance of sonic pleasure.

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Reviewed by Stew & rated 8.1/10

been listening to Strangecloud for a time now on the site, and their music definitely grows on you, although it's easy to dismiss if you are just listening to a few bars then disappearing. I picked out this track to review because of all their tracks it's the one that makes me move the most. The chorus sticks in your mind, which can be either a blessing (no pun intended) or a curse (as in the c

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