Prog-Watch 1019
eMolecule is an exciting new project founded by Simon Collins and Kelly Nordstrom. The two long-time collaborators met in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada in 2005 and have been working together ever since. Originally brought together to work on Simon’s solo career, the spark of creativity between Simon and Kelly was undeniable. They soon began writing original material together, much of which would end up on Sound of Contact’s Dimensionaut album.
With a successful progressive rock album under their belts, Simon and Kelly were determined to continue the work they started with Sound of Contact. During the UK production of Simon’s 4th solo album “Becoming Human”, Kelly recorded a demo of the song “eMolecule” in a flurry of inspiration. With this new offering, Simon and Kelly decided their way forward was as a duo and they would pool their best material under the name eMolecule.
In the summer of 2020, Emolecule decided it was time to begin work on their debut album and that it was to be a concept album. Meeting in person at Simon’s studio in Ireland, the duo spent a solid month writing the concept and music start to finish. Over the following months, they completed writing, producing and performing ‘The Architect’ both remotely and together in Ireland. The Architect features intense, heavy guitar and drum performances as well as deep, atmospheric and emotionally driven arrangements. From start to finish, Emolecule’s first offering captivates the listener with infectious vocals, dynamic guitars and ultra-modern production from the epic opening track ‘eMolecule” to the powerful climax of the closing track “Moment of Truth”. This band and album are set to take the listener to another dimension.
Music with some meat to it!
Prog-Watch is a weekly podcast and internet radio program dedicated to bringing the listener contemporary Progressive Rock music from around the world. Your big, hairy host, the “Prog-Squatch” wanders the woods of the world, beats the bushes, and digs in the dirt to bring the best Prog back for YOU! Sometimes solo and sometimes with a guest host, the Prog-Squatch will bring you new and interesting artists in each episode, and give you some background info and a taste of their music.
Excellent addition to the list of ‘best of’ episodes! eMolecule and Simon’s last couple of solo albums brilliantly tow the line between the accessibly familiar and newly adventurous. It is becoming increasingly difficult to stand out in any flavor of the rock genre, but eMolecule has achieved escape velocity from the crowded field in a ship built from heavy, ambient, electronic, and experimental sounds paired with production and arrangement decisions that keep you engaged for the entire journey. Had I one word though, I’d say their debut album ‘The Architect’ is “infectious”.
I’m really glad you enjoyed it, Braedon! I also (obviously) enjoy what Simon and Kelly are doing! Watch for Part 2, with another big dose of Simon, Kelly, and eMolecule!