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“La Selva” is an older album from the sound
environment artist Francisco López, recorded in a rain forest of Costa Rica. The release comes along with a 48-page
booklet.
The sounds on this album seem to be in
their natural form (yet combined) and also seem unprocessed with effects afterwards.
They range from quiet, soothing and relaxing, to ominous, hostile, and sonic
decay from the forest. One can hear a multitude of noises, like many different exotic-animals,
rain, the rustling of plants and much, much more. The chaos of survival and relentlessness of
nature is really sensible and present on this release.
The overall sound is very detailed and
complex. Even so detailed that the listener may find himself standing in the
middle of this compelling event. This is a must buy if you are into the works
of Francisco López, or the recording of sound environments in general.
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