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Jeffrey Ericson Allen is a Oregonian composer, multi-instrumentalist and electronic music recording artist. He has an extensive and eclectic background in classical, new acoustic and theatrical music production. His sensuous ambient music has been featured on distinguished and nationally-syndicated radio programs, including 'Hearts of Space', 'Echoes,' 'Ultima Thule,' and 'Star's End.' Chronotope Project represents his most recent expression as a creator of contemporary progressive ambient music. 'Chronotope' refers to the essential unity of space and time, a concept with numerous expressions in literature, physics and the arts. The music of Chronotope Project explores this time-space confluence and invites the listener on ambient journeys of deeply layered textures infused with gentle pulsing rhythms and soulful melodies. Reviewers have given his first two ambient music releases high praise. Here are some excerpts from recent reviews: Chrysalis (Relaxed Machinery, 2012) "...a subtle and quite ambitious ambient/space release bridging smooth pulsations with dreamy, soft breathing textures, all spiced and deepened with extensive melodic curls and shapes. "The evocative and sensitive music glistens and evolves slowly, backed by some spatial percussive elements...as it gently carries along. The ethereal and the atmospheric 'shake hands' throughout the single tracks, evoking similar imaginary spheres and rich emotions as found on certain Robert Roach and Steve Roach releases, while executing it's own true voice. "...the sonic vistas created on 'Chrysalis' are a mesmerizing kind of storytelling with a strong sense of wonder and true spirit running underneath. A good pair of headphones is highly recommended for immersing in the aural splendor of this quality ambient release." --Bert Strolenberg, Sonic Immersion "Chrysalis...captivated me from the get-go...it intrigued me and aroused my senses like a deeply intoxicating fragrance...[His ambient soundscapes] pervade and enhance any physical space and bring with them a positive and uplifting presence...There is an effervescence to tracks like the opener and title track Chrysalis--it moves and evolves...dancing into the subconscious of the listener. It is a pleasure to behold and to be held by this enrapturous music." --Thomas Mathie, Headphonaught Nanolog "Gently bubbling sounds are cleverly merged with warmly tinkling embellishments and other softly invading fragments, all surrounded by hauntingly celestial blankets. Gorgeously swirling, chiming and soaring with unmeasurable grace, shimmering beauty and balmy melodies. The mixture of sensitive tribals, ear-catching transitions and soothingly hypnotic zones is absolutely splendid, a true masterpiece igniting this luxurious journey. " ...Chrysalis is a brilliant album, a true masterwork displaying giant potential and refined musicianship by it's solo protagonist. Yes, to me, Chronotope Project is undoubtedly one of the revelations of 2012!" --Richard Gürtler, Independent ambient music reviewer "One of the best new ambient artists out there, blew my mind. Highly cinematic movements. This is not a drone record, definitely an artist to watch out for, just buy it now, you won't be disappointed." --Ambient composer Blake Gibson (Broken Harbour), Bandcamp Review "Over the course of five tracks Chrysalis succeeds masterfully in creating a deep and engaging aural experience, where space and time are defined by the boundaries of an enveloping soundscape. It's a richly textured album with a number of layers to surround you with, and I find myself coming back to it repeatedly to experience that surrounded feeling, that warmth and richness. Chrysalis is a truly exceptional work that's already in the running for one of my favorite albums of the year, and I strongly encourage you to check it out for yourself." --Rik MacLean, ping things "...Chrysalis offers lush detailing, the stability of consonance and a pleasant musical arc...Whether slid