Forum.RttP{Arktau Eos - Ai Ma Ra (2009)}

Ai Ma Ra is a monumental album containing over 105 minutes of experimental elemental and ambient music, original in the literal sense of the word. More than music, it is 'ethnography of the unknown' in action, providing vistas into rarely glimpsed corners of reality. Created primarily on acoustic instruments, organs and harmonium, carefully mastered on vintage tape, the sound is equally earthy as it is otherworldly – a contradiction in terms maybe, but then Ai Ma Ra is not classified easily in any other respect either. It is a record in which to immerse one’s self over time, containing more than two years' worth of strange experiences and sensations distilled into a curious, potent elixir, the use of which may in its truest sense be determined only by the individual listener.

Ai Ma Ra is also released in two special editions, both strictly limited to twelve copies (one for each song):

The Cryptomphalos Edition, given gratis to friends and close associates.

The Astrolith Edition, for trade only.

In addition to the standard edition, both special editions contain an assortment of power-objects and artwork, the exact nature of which may differ between individual copies.

A number of times we have seen people line up for special editions only for financial gain thru re-sale: this is disheartening due to the time and effort spent in preparation of items we do our best to infuse with value quite outside any monetary concerns whatsoever. On the other hand, we have rejoiced in the many unusual responses to our work from many an unexpected quarter.

Therefore, as an experiment, we have decided on the following:

Should you be desirous of acquiring a copy of the Astrolith Edition, we ask you something in exchange: be it items, preferably in two copies, to be set up on altars, sacrificed, or perhaps to be included directly in the future work of Arktau Eos. Something else? No guidelines, no limits. Just no money. Send your offer to al-runa [at] helixes [dot] org before Autumn Equinox with 'Astrolith Edition' as the subject line. All twelve copies will be signed to the recipient only, and your acceptance of the album signifies your understanding of being honour-bound not to sell it further – if it becomes obsolete, we ask you to destroy your copy.

Let's see how it goes. - Arktau Eos
www.auralhypnox.tk