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Before I talk about the station, I would like to express my thanks
to those who helped make the station what it is right now. I
would like to thank all the listeners for tuning in and for
the great response I get from them.
First, a special 'thank you' goes to Diane for being
the first listener. :)
I would also like to thank the following people for their
feedback and support:
H.J., Janell P., Rudi S., Matt, Chris B., Stuart D., Tony,
Mark, Kevin C., Sean R., Stephanie S., Tia K., Brenda, Kevin,
David R., Richard H., Justin, Mike, Frederick H., Tim B.,
Aaron, Jackie, Debbie, Tony, Larry C., Andrew, Kurt P., David
H., Bethani D., Dean B., D.V., Kurt S., Bruce, Nicole, Steve
J., Benito A., Tariq, Samantha, Scott, Ruth, Alex R., Peter,
Rachael, Anne M., Pina, Kate, Salvador, R.D.G., Michael W.,
Ken S., Kevin S, Samy M., Dennis W., John, James G., Joel B.,
Susanne, Kenneth H., Shannon B., Pat Y., Wil, John M., Kerryn
S., Robert G., Solitary Shade, Jim G., Joel B. of Sweden, Dawn G.,
James G., Luke E., Lee H., Glynn E., Steve, Eric Mittan, Steve L.,
Mike P., Shaefe W., Franklin M., Brian A., Keith H. of UK, Tim L.,
Allan A., Bert G. of Germany, Phillip L. and everyone else.
What is Permanent
Waves?
Permanent Waves is an orchestral film music radio station. It is basically an on-line 24/7 stream that plays a growing collection of movie soundtracks by numerous well-known composers and newcomers.
It all started in late 1999. A friend of mine, Alex (aka babykaos), introduces me to this site where you can build your own "radio station", thanks to her. As usual, ideas started flowing in and I have to admit, movie soundtracks wasn't the first. It was the last and only choice because it was... a 'good' idea to me. Film music is unique because it involves a lot of visualization, and in most cases it can help stir one's emotions. I am very happy I chose it on top of anything else.
How often is it updated?
The main point of my station is my taste in music. I usually take some time to explore new and old releases, filter out what I feel is great-sounding. This might be a slow process, but it ensures that the music I like is guaranteed to be in the play list. Listener requests and suggestions help immensely in this regard. However, sometimes the suggested music is out of tune or flow--for example music that has a lot of techno or pop elements will mostly like not be included, as Permanent Waves is mainly orchestral in nature.
Video game music? I know you're high, but on what exactly?
For the first time, video games sales surpassed movie box-office revenues near the beginning of this millennium. This was caused by a widespread attraction of people of all ages toward the growth of more realistic video games, ignited by technological advancements in personal computing and entertainment consoles. With reality comes seriousness, and with seriousness comes better and more profound music. Cinematic video games like Medal of Honor, Call of Duty and Max Payne flip open a new page in the soundtrack genre. Prepare to face reality.
I'm a film composer, songwriter or musician. Can you play my material?
I would be more than glad to listen and sample your music. However, addition to the stream is not guaranteed unless I find the music suitable for the play list, since Permanent Waves plays mainly orchestral film and video game music. Please send me your request and material, or links to it, via email. I will provide a mailing address for demo or work submissions.
Is film music/soundtracks your favorite music genre?
Not really. I'm a huge fan of rock music–particularly progressive rock (progrock). Both my sites are named after two albums by my all-time favorite band; Rush. Surprisingly, progressive rock is very similar to classical music. Progrock has attributes like: long compositions, a variety themes, concept albums, use of unusual time signatures, scales and tunings, even inclusion of well-known classical pieces. It is a highly visual and artistic genre of rock. Favorite artists include Rush, Dream Theater, Queensrÿche, Porcupine Tree, Pink Floyd, Yes, Fates Warning, Arena, Iron Maiden, Camel, Joe Satriani, Led Zeppelin, Pain of Salvation, Savatage, Spock's Beard, and Tool.
How can I reach you?
Just drop me an email at: keysersoze@cin3ma.tv and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
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