The title track, "Radio Noir," was commissioned by Jana Flygstad, who is also featured as a flutist on the album.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded between 2023 and 2025 at Dave Henderson Recording in Lexington, Kentucky, and produced by the composer, Joseph M. Levin.
Composer Biography
Joseph M. Levin, the composer, is honored that Radio Noir is published by Centaur Records, which also published his two previous collections, September and Spirits Of Sunset.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Joseph M. Levin's album, Radio Noir, recalls the strange mood of the pandemic, with themes of dusk, isolation, and a call to arms against an invisible enemy.
Cultural Impact
One of the pieces, "The Ghost Of Marion Crane," was inspired by Alfred Hitchcock's film Psycho, exploring themes of fragility and fear.
Album & Artwork
The album's artwork was created by Eve Lenert, with cover paintings titled "Shadow Tunes" and "Semblance."
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