DEEP DIVER

POLYPHONIC EXOPHILIAs second studio album was released on vinyl and on streaming services 13 December 24.Tracks 5, 6 and 9 include performance and is co-written by our brother churrogreen on bass and sitar.

"It’s always a good sign when I push play and my wife starts yelling ‘hell yeah’ from her office next to mine. If she can get behind something, believe me when I tell ya, the masses out there are sure to love it too..."Is that a saxophone player,” my wife asks from the room next door. “It’s THE saxophone player,” I say in response...

Deep Diver starts out really strong and highly engaging, transfers into a more spaciously-inclined vibe and atmospherically based middle, and then goes on a strong winning streak with the very last three tracks on the album – I appreciate it all, even if each of these defined parts might appeal to a different mood more than others.

" JER@SBS

„Deep Diver“ stellt eine stimmige Symbiose aus packender Jazz-Funk-Energie, progressiver Neo-Soul-Ästhetik und erzählerischer Tiefe dar. Vom druckvollen Start in„The deep dive“ über das experimentierfreudige„Style is the answer to everything“ bis hin zum verträumten Finale in „Staring at the sun“ gelingt „Polyphonic Exophilia“ der Spagat zwischen Komplexität und Hörgenuss. Die Geschichte über eine Raumfahrt-Mission, die trotz tragischem Ausgang wertvolle Erkenntnisse über das Leben liefert, wird mithilfe der erstklassigen Instrumentalparts eindrucksvoll vermittelt. Hinzu kommt die ästhetisch ansprechende Vinyl-Veröffentlichung, die durch ihr Konzept und die hochwertigen Materialien überzeugt. Wer sich auf diese ambitionierte Reise einlässt, entdeckt in jedem Track neue klangliche Details und eine Botschaft, die zum Nachdenken anregt. So entsteht ein Album, das in vielerlei Hinsicht begeistert und Lust auf weitere Veröffentlichungen dieser kreativen Formation macht."

Philipp Gottfried

"Phenomenal musicianship and artistic unity between all organic performers is forever a central and unique trait of the iconic Polyphonic Exophilia. Deep Diver exemplifies that quality, and proceeds to weave in a whole new level of unprecedented appeal and depth, further extending their reach as a creative force of our time."

Rebecca Cullen

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen.

Read the review of DEEP DIVER by SBS HERE

Read the review of DEEP DIVER by PB HERE

Read the review of DEEP DIVER by RC HERE

SOUTH LONDON SESSIONS

This four track EP was released on streaming platforms 24 June 22. Co-written and performed together with the amazingly talented British artist Laura Dia. 

"...a brilliantly eclectic yet well-grounded collection of live musical performances.South London Sessions captures the majestic glow of talented, devoted musicians all united in a moment of shared reflection and pure enjoyment. It’s thoughtful yet not overbearing, upbeat but purposeful, and a real treasure of a live set; one that speaks volumes on behalf of the skill and commitment of the independent music realm." Rebecca Cullen

"She sings with genuine style & soul, and you can hear she’s got a completely professional vibe too…lots of positives to be found in what she brings to the microphone. From technical skills to personality, Laura has got a great voice and she sings with true confidence you can hear, as rightly she should...I always find it amazing in a situation like this where it sounds like Laura is set to steal the whole show, but then in the moments where she’s not singing, you realize just how amazing the music has been the entire time as well…that’s the kind of superbly impeccable balance you wanna find in a collaboration." JER@SBS

Coverart by PPXP and Laura Dia.

Read the review of SOUTH LONDON SESSIONS by RC HERE

Read the review of SOUTH LONDON SESSIONS by SBS HERE

PPXP SESSIONS

This four track EP was released on streaming platforms 1 December 23 and is the debut solo release of our local star to be Marte Holter Bålerud. 

"...Marte has done a stellar job with the material she’s got, especially when you consider the fact this is a debut and that she’s still relatively new to the scene overall...The PPXP Sessions is a solid start without a doubt, but I suspect every new step she takes forward in her future to follow will be like a giant leap in her craft, and that the sound of Marte B’s music will continue to evolve at a rapid pace from here.

" JER@SBS

Coverart by PPXP.

Read the review of PPXP SESSIONS by SBS HERE

Be Fine

This six track EP was released on streaming platforms 24 June 22. Co-written and performed together with the amazingly talented American artist Lil Kyo XR. 

"...once again,Polyphonic Exophilia have tried out many new things, found extraordinary new achievements, and tested the waters of their sound, style, and capabilities in many new directions – all that stuff, over time & experience, continues to lead them into new moments of uniqueness, innovation, and art within the music they’re making." JER@SBS

Coverart by Lil Kyo XR

Read the review of BE FINE by SBS HERE

TOSUI

This single was released on streaming platforms 23 April 23. Co-written and performed with the brilliant Japanese vocalist Hiro Miura.  

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen.

Fangs and Furs

This double single was released on streaming platforms 22 Apr 22. The track features the awesome Norwegian vocalist Essinauks.

"Unique yes, interesting yes – but in terms of what’s tangible…there’s precious little to really hang onto, and even less when it comes to the hooks…though I will admit…in its own way, it is a memorable experience. They do what they do as well as they tend to do it, but yep, they are startin’ to get a little on the strange side, unapologetically." JER@SBS

Coverart by Essiauks.

Read the review of Fangs and Furs by SBS HERE

Ghost of Kyiv

This single was released on streaming platforms 15 Apr 22. The track features the awesome Norwegian vocalist Essinauks.

"Essinauks has an incredibly unique voice that’s pretty much impossible to duplicate or mistake for anyone else, and he deserves major credit for that. I think he’s got more to work with on “Ghost Of Kyiv” in terms of the music surrounding him and how much it is able to grab our attention…it’s almost funny that instead of playing it more straight-ahead in the vocals because of that, he chose to go the opposite direction with a much more avant-garde style of performance. The keys on this cut might be my favorite element in the music…actually, I’m nearly entirely sure that they are…listen to’em dance on outta your speakers from the lefts to the rights will ya? Smart ideas to begin with, yes – but the inclusion & pairing of smart production to go along with it is what pushes a track like “Ghost Of Kyiv” right to that next-level beyond…the attention to detail here is impeccable; and considering just how anti-typical a track like this IS at its core, you gotta admire how enticing, interesting, and undeniably appealing a combination of art & music like this single becomes."

" JER@SBS

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen.

Read the review of the Ukraine singles by SBS HERE

Oh, In The medows

This single was released on streaming platforms 15 Apr 22. The track features the amazing Ukranian singer July Vitraniuk.

“Oh, In The Medows” for example – this is completely stellar in my opinion, and a genuine hybrid of cross-cultural sound that’s highly compelling to listen to. Outright fascinating if you ask me really – I love the harmonics you hear in this song from the instrumentation…the bass always stands out in PPXP tunes and that remains to be true here once again…and they’ve done some really clever things in how you hear the drums recorded on this cut as well. ...

Where the main differences are established on this tune, are certainly through what their chosen guest star has brought to it – July Vitraniuk sounds absolutely incredible, compelling, and immaculately into it. Not only is she unbreakably focused and delivering a spectacular performance filled with confidence as a result, but she sounds purely amazing as she sings…great use of layers & harmonies." JER@SBS

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen.

Read the review of the Ukraine singles by SBS HERE

The Willow Board

This single was released on streaming platforms 15 Apr 22. This track feature the amazingly multitalented Canadian artist Larissa Poho. 

"Larissa Poho puts in a mesmerizing performance on the mic in the lead vocals. Everything else here serves a fairly complementary role in comparison – but everything stacks up fantastically into one seriously quality listening experience. For a dude like myself that never leaves his basement or the music studio – it’s tunes just like “The Willow Board” that really help to provide some much needed culture in my life, and exposure to a whole side of what sound has to offer that I rarely get to experience…and it’s very much appreciated." JER@SBS

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen.

Read the review of the Ukraine singles by SBS HERE

Vol. 4 

This four track EP was released on streaming platforms 31 Des 21. The EP features Spanish jazz singer Esther Paez and Arabic singer Zelena.  

"For myself personally, I have no problem at all admiring and acknowledging the art their creating in collaboration here…though I also understand that the more adventurous, ambitious, and artistic music can be, the narrower the potential audience becomes.Vol. 4is still a solid victory in that respect…even though it might be a more challenging record to get into than we’ve experienced from Polyphonic Exophilia so far…one that is unapologetically exploratory, and has a very diverse sonic palette…as far as I know, there are still plenty of people around the world that’ll have no problem digging in on the high level of creativity & relentless imagination found within music like theirs." JER@SBS

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen.

Read the review of Vol.4 by SBS HERE

Metamorphosis

This collaborative single was released on streaming platforms on 7 Jan 22. The track is a collaboration with LoFi Travel and Lil Kyo XR.  

"With the presence of their Cosmic Funk tendencies still noticeable in the mix, PPXP reveals the lighter side of their sound, and how extremely effective that can be. I’ve sat here all week with this track, letting it spin on repeat…letting it mesmerize & work its magic on me…it’s just one of those beautifully hypnotic experiences with the right hint of melancholy that you never really want to end…and thankfully, it never really has to, does it? I’m positive tracks like this one here are what the repeat button were made for. ”Metamorphosis” is a stellar collaboration from beginning to end that has everyone beaming with melody & professionalism." JER@SBS

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen.

Read the review of Vol.3 by SBS HERE

Vol. 3 

This four track EP was released on streaming platforms 22 Oct 21.

"Speaking openly about the new project, PPXP explained, “we want this project to be as exciting and unpredictable for its audience as it is for the participating artists,” and on ‘Vol. 3’, they’ve certainly achieved that. Inherently collaborative and filled with expansive, limitless sound, the new EP sees PPXP evolving and embracing new directions, building on their past successes to create some of their best music to date." - Broken8Records

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen.

Read the review of Vol.3 by SBS HERE

Read the review of Vol.3 by Broken8Records HERE

Read the review of Vol.3 by StereoStickman HERE

Knight Becomes a Ritter

This single was released on streaming platforms 17 Des 21. The track features the awesome Norwegian vocalist Essinauks.

"Gonna be tough for them to top this single for me, even as a dedicated fan that would essentially swear they’ve never made a track not worth your time to listen to – but that being said, I have no doubt they’ll find a way to do it. That’s the thing about keeping the doors of opportunity open as wide as Polyphonic Exophilia does – it leads to massive creative breakthroughs of all kinds – “Knight Becomes A Ritter” confirms their own unique adventurism authentically yields results.

So YES…if you haven’t been catching my drift, I absolutely freakin’ LOVE everything I’m hearing on this new single by Polyphonic Exophilia…" JER@SBS

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen

Read the review of Danger by SBS HERE

Danger

This four track EP was released on streaming platforms 10 Dec 21. Co-written and performed together with the amazingly talented American artist Lil Kyo XR.

"...even after what’s been an entire debut year filled with memorable highlights & achievements for Polyphonic Exophilia, between the tightness of the band jazzin’ it up and the stellar vocals & hooks provided by Lil Kyo XR, they’ve got another single-worthy cut to add to their catalog with “Danger,” and to a whole army of playlists online around the internet, 100%. Flawlessly smooth, vibrant and alive in the way they move as a band…" JER@SBS

Coverart by Lil Kyo XR

Read the review of Danger by SBS HERE

Groovin' 

This four track EP was released on streaming platforms 26 Nov 21. A project with the marvelous counter-tenor CANEK.

"They’re a benevolent crew…Polyphonic Exophilia knows how to make their featured guest-stars sound great in the mix & always give them their deserved space as the highlight of what you hear when they have one appear. “GROOVIN’” is another really smartly played collaboration that’s just as much fun to listen to, PPXP and Canek have created a celebratory vibe that’s sure to keep the party goin’ long and strong from night til’ dawn for ya – and I know there’s a ton of you out there always looking for music that’ll do exactly that." JER@SBS

Read the review of Groovin' by SBS HERE

夢狂い

This single was released on streaming platforms 29 Oct 21. It features the talented Japanese artist Hiro Miura.

"The enthusiasm you’ll find in Polyphonic Exophilia is second to none, and the uplifting vibes of the free-spirited sound & creativity they possess…is contagious in all the right ways – and it’s always been my opinion that talent attracts talent, and art inspires art – just like you’ll find in this collaboration between PPXP and Taku` here, even with as much distance as there is between them on the map. They should both be commended for looking to do more with the music they make, and coming up with such an riotously colorful track that has so much personality, charm, and fun in the mix, it’d be impossible for most out there to resist, unless they’ve got the ol’ heart of stone that is. For the most part, I’d imagine there’s a whole lot of listeners out there far & wide across the globe that will have absolutely no problem gettin’ down with the grooves on this single as they turn it right UP where it belongs – PPXP and Taku` have created genuine art & entertainment for everyone to enjoy through their collaboration on “夢狂い.” JER@SBS

Coverart by the Norwegian artist Håkon Holm Olsen

Read the review of 夢狂い by SBS HERE

Vol. 2 

This four track EP was released on streaming platforms 30 Jul 21.

"For a band that’s only decided to get together and start doing what they do as of this year – your heads will seriously spin at how much they can already accomplish, and the implications of where they could take their music from here…creatively AND physically, are limitless. This band is built on supreme instrumentation and spellbinding sound that is uplifting, inspired, and designed to be turned up and enjoyed as loud as your stereo will take it – the PPXP rocked my world, and I’d be more than willing to bet there are legions of you out there that’ll feel just as attached to them as I do now. The uniqueness, creativity, and artistic inclinations of this band will take’em as far as they all wanna go – there’s room for stellar music like this on every playlist, and if there isn’t – make some." JER@SBS

Read the review of Vol.2 by SBS HERE

Vol. 1 

This four track EP was released on streaming platforms 20 Jun 21.

"This debut EP really puts PPXP on the musical map and is a record that is completely ahead of its time. Their craft is very multifaceted and versatile throughout each track’s duration and really highlights each members’ ability in several crucial ways. This EP will definitely have you anticipating what the other two subsequent EPs have in store – but regardless, it has insatiable staying power and will easily become one of your favorites of 2021 so far."

Read the review of Vol.1 by Artist Reach NY HERE