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Celestium

Introduction
Celestium was perhaps best summarised by Future Music Magazine, when they wrote "Make no mistake, this is quality progressive (psy-trance) techno that clearly denotes a knowledge both of the nuances of the style, and of the equipment used. The intention is to produce music that takes the listener on an ever-upward journey of increasing intensity - a cliché admittedly, but one rarely realised successfully before boredom sets in. Not so with this music though. As with much of the better quality music in this genre, the secret is to develop intricately while giving an overall impression of simplicity."

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Who Is Celestium?
Celestium was formed in 1994 by Neil Stevenson. Since purchasing his first synthesiser in 1978, and through a succession of synth bands and solo projects, he has developed a unique psy-trance sound. Neil lives in Glastonbury, Somerset, and derives much of his inspiration for his music from walks and cycle rides around the local landscape. Neil composes and plays all the music. Additional material has also been supplied by others, most notably Alisons' vocal samples on "Rising" and "Ideology", and didgeidoo by Seagreen.

Discography
"Movin' Up" on Antenna 4 Compilation album (CD,CASS,1994)

"Rising" first studio album (CD, 1997)

"Free" on Future Music (CD with Magazine, 1998)

"Avalon" on Return To The Source : Ambient Meditations Vol.2 (CD, 1999)

"Ideology" second studio album (CD, 1999)

"Ryde Arena, Isle of Wight, New Years'Eve 2003" live album (CD, 2004) (email for a copy!)

A new studio album will be released in early 2005.

Live Appearances
Celestium generally play live several times a year. Notable previous live appearances include "Return To The Source", (Glastonbury 2001 & 2002), Future Sound Of Exeter (2002), and Fantasy Island (Ryde Ice Stadium, Isle of Wight, New Years' Eve 2003). The Isle of Wight concert was recorded and is available on CD (email for details). It signals a new, harder, more full-on live Celestium. There is only one forthcoming date currently confirmed, Return To The Soup, July 16th, 2004. Additionally Celestium may be playing The Glade at this years' Glastonbury Festival.

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