The Story Behind: Faze Action ‘In The Trees’
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United States Nils Frahm is a musician, composer, and producer known for his distinct blend of classical and electronic music, appealing to diverse audiences and collaborating with various artists and brands.
German musician, composer and producer Nils Frahm and his long-time manager Felix Grimm have signed an exclusive global label deal with BMG.
For the upcoming projects and releases in 2021, LEITER has signed an exclusive global label deal with BMG.
Nils celebrated his continued musical partnership with fellow artist Ólafur Arnalds with the release of their Collaborative Works that October.
Connected by a passion for individuality, detail and craftsmanship, the results of this longstanding creative partnership reflect the musician's development.
Nils Frahm and manager Felix Grimm partner with BMG for exclusive global label deal.
Nils celebrated his continued musical partnership with fellow artist Ólafur Arnalds with the release of their Collaborative Works that October.
Nils celebrated his continued musical partnership with fellow artist Ólafur Arnalds with the release of their Collaborative Works that October.
Nils Frahm discusses his go-to music gear, scoring his first film soundtrack and the challenges of constructing a four-metre-tall piano, implicitly referencing Roland equipment in his musical setup.
Nils Frahm, born on September 20, 1982, in Hamburg, West Germany, developed an early connection to music through his father, Klaus Frahm, a photographer who also designed covers for ECM Records. Frahm’s musical education began at a young age, studying classical piano for eight years under Nahum Brodsky, a protégé of Tchaikovsky’s protégé. This foundational training in classical music provided a strong basis for his later, more experimental work. Rather than pursuing an orchestral career, Frahm relocated to Berlin in 2006, working initially as a technician, which allowed him to explore diverse musical interests and develop his unique sound.
His early solo piano works, “Wintermusik” (2009) and “The Bells” (2009), marked his emergence into the music scene. However, it was his 2011 album, “Felt,” released on Erased Tapes, that garnered significant critical attention. This album showcased his innovative approach to the piano, often incorporating unconventional techniques such as placing felt on the hammers to alter the instrument’s sound. This period also saw the release of the solo synthesizer EP “Juno” and “Screws” (2012), which he recorded while recovering from a thumb injury and offered as a free download to his fanbase. These releases demonstrated his versatility and willingness to push creative boundaries.
Throughout his career, Frahm has consistently explored the intersection of classical and electronic music, utilizing a range of instruments including grand pianos, upright pianos, Roland Juno-60, Rhodes pianos, drum machines, and Moog Taurus. His 2013 album, “Spaces,” comprised live recordings, reflecting the dynamic nature of his performances. In 2014, he unveiled the “Una Corda” piano, a custom-designed instrument by David Klavins featuring one string per key, which he later used for his improvised “Solo” album (2015). Frahm also established “Piano Day” in 2015, an annual global event celebrating the piano, initiating the construction of the Klavins Modell 450, the world’s tallest piano. His compositions have extended to film scores, including for the German film “Victoria” (2015), which earned him the German Film Prize for Best Soundtrack, and “ELLIS” (2016) in collaboration with Woodkid. His 2018 album, “All Melody,” led to extensive global tours, with sold-out performances in major venues worldwide.
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