Sonata Mix Dwarf Cosmos

Sonata Mix Dwarf Cosmos (released August 20, 2007 in Oslo, Norway) is the third album by Susanna, also known as Susanna and the Magical Orchestra, released on the label Rune Grammofon (RCD 2066).

Sonata Mix Dwarf Cosmos
Studio album by
Released08-20-2008
GenrePop & Jazz
Length48:10
LabelRune Grammofon (Norway)
Susanna chronology
Melody Mountain
(2006)
Sonata Mix Dwarf Cosmos
(2008)
Flower of Evil
(2008)

Background

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This is the first album release as Susanna. It is a collection of original songs composed by Susanna, David Wallumrød (track 4) and Øystein Greni (track 7). Joined by a number of the elite jazz and prog rock musician of Norway, including her husband record producer and guitarist Helge Sten, pianists Morten Qvenild and her brother Christian Wallumrød, bassplayer Ingebrigt Håker Flaten, and drummer Pål Hausken, with guitarists Øystein Greni and Ola Fløttum, thereminist Barbara Buchholz and harpist Giovanna Pessi guesting on one song each.[1]

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Allmusic     [2]
The Guardian     [3]

Critical reception

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The AllMusic reviewer Ned Raggett awarded the album 4 stars,[2] and The Guardian reviewer Jude Rogers awarded the album 5 stars.[3]

Track listing

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(All original songs composed by Susanna, except track 4, collaborative work with David Wallumrød, & track 7, collaborative work with Øystein Greni)

  1. "Intruder" (5:26)
  2. "Born In The Desert" (3:39)
  3. "Hangout" (5:36)
  4. "People Living" (3:35)
  5. "Stay" (4:59)
  6. "For You" (3:24)
  7. "Better Days" (3:21)
  8. "Traveling" (5:04)
  9. "Demon Dance" (3:29)
  10. "Home Recording" (3:20)
  11. "We Offer" (3:44)
  12. "Lily" (2:34)

Musicians

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Credits

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  • Composed by Susanna K. Wallumrød (tracks 1-3, 5-6 & 8-12) & Mellotron (track 7)
  • Mastered by Bob Katz
  • Mixed by Helge Sten
  • Music by – David Wallumrød (track 4), Susanna K. Wallumrød (tracks 4 & 7), Øystein Greni (track 7)
  • Producer – Deathprod (Helge Sten)
  • Recorded by – Helge Sten
  • Harp Recorded by Helge Sten
  • Theremin Recorded by Barbara Buchholz
  • Sleeve artwork by Kim Hiorthøy

Notes

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  • Phonographic Copyright (p) Rune Grammofon
  • Copyright (c) Rune Grammofon
  • Mixed at Audio Virus Lab
  • Mastered at Digital Domain[4]

Tribute

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In 2017, American singer Bonnie 'Prince' Billy released the album "Wolf in the Cosmos" that covered Susanna's album in its entirety.[5]

References

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  1. ^ Kelman, John (2007-09-10). "Susanna: Sonata Mix Dwarf Cosmos (2007)". Musical reviews. All About Jazz. Retrieved 2014-04-14.
  2. ^ a b Raggett, Ned (2007-12-14). "Susanna, Sonata Dwarf Mix Cosmo Review". Allmusic. Retrieved 2014-04-14.
  3. ^ a b Rogers, Jude (14 December 2007). "Susanna, Sonata Dwarf Mix Cosmo Review". The Guardian. Retrieved 2014-04-14.
  4. ^ "Susanna – Sonata Mix Dwarf Cosmos". Discogs.com. 20 August 2007. Retrieved 2014-04-14.
  5. ^ "Bonnie 'Prince' Billy — Wolf in the Cosmos". Discogs.com. 17 November 2017. Retrieved 2018-04-23.
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