His Name Is Alive - Livonia [LP] Album

His Name Is Alive - Livonia [LP] AlbumA storied part of the early 4AD catalog, His Name Is Alive the creative outlet of Michigan musician Warren Defever was signed to the label in 1989, after founder Ivo Watts Russell fell in love with their dark and fragmented sonic inclinations via cassette demos sent in the post. The project's debut record, Livonia (named after Defever's hometown), was released in June 1990. While His Name Is Alive's sound was in line with the gothic echoes of

Tripe Face Boogie2

melancholic melodies

in keeping with the quartet's tradition

Recorded at the amazing analog recording studio The Dock with producer Chris Woodhouse (Thee Oh Sees

with subtle drum accompaniment from Clifton James on select tracks including "Good Morning Little Schoolgirl" and "Feel Like Going Home

intricately detailed scores for a pair of large-ensemble pieces

It is an honest journey of pursuing God and getting closer to Him

To Thou Who Dwellest In The Night

the exciting Bandolera and the closer

Marche Miniature Viennoise

JAYLER sound refreshingly real

it's exaggerated dynamic contrasts