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Maneki Neko

Ambient soundscapes for relaxation and meditation

About Me

Maneki Neko's Auracle is available at:
iTunes Rhapsody CDBaby Amazon Mixing influences from around the world, Maneki Neko's debut CD, Auracle, contains ambient soundscapes layered with gently rolling hints of melody, and grounded in deep, satisfying, resonant beds. The result is music with depth and purpose that invites the mind and body to relax in its electro-acoustic textures. What others are saying:
Each of the five tracks on the CD are recorded and mixed to perfection with layer after layer of subtle shakuhachi flute melodies, narcotic body-numbing vibrations and layers of electronic space sounds that allow the mind to drift into other realms
Steven Parente, Producer Smiling Ear Internet Radio The SmilingEar.com
With titles like "Cats Sleeping on Clouds" and "Drifting Between Stars," Neko's music promises much -- and delivers on it allThe sounds are luxuriously layered, with bell chimes, pipes, soft percussive taps, and plenty of smooth-as-silk electronics.
Todd Beemis Indie-Music.com
The sound design is exquisite and allows for sharp focus with free-form expression. This is an excellent CD from a newcomer to the community. It approaches, achieves and supersedes greatness
Jim Brenholts Awareness Magazine Come visit Maneki Neko over at TagWorld

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 9/30/2005
Band Website: manekinekomusic.com
Band Members: Al Mikula: synths, samplers, programming, abstract sound creation, sound manipulation Discography: Available at:
iTunes Rhapsody
CDBaby Amazon

Influences: Brian Eno, Bill Laswell, Steve Reich, Robert Rich, Steve Roach, Miles Davis, Kronos Quartet, Nature, John Zorn, kraftwerk, Pete Namlook, Loop Guru, John Serrie, Yoga, newage, Meditation, Spirituality, New Age
Sounds Like: Robert Rich, Patrick O'Hearn, Steve Roach, , Vir Unis, Brian Eno, John Serrie, Koorunba, Stephan Bacchus
Record Label: Stray Pointer Records
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Muichimotsu - Upcoming Release

The upcoming release, Muichimotsu, is in the final manufacturing stages.The new release is comprised of:ChadoMaitreyaBetween Heaven and EarthWater MarginAdriftThe Deeper WellMorning MistListen and enj...
Posted by Maneki Neko on Tue, 06 May 2008 10:03:00 PST

Alternative World Fanzine review and quick update

It's been a while since my last update. I've been working hard in the studio not only on the new release but on other projects as well. The good news is the new cd is in the final mix stage and will b...
Posted by Maneki Neko on Fri, 20 Apr 2007 08:17:00 PST

Track of the Day once again and more!

Drifting Between Stars will once again be the Track of the Day at Garageband.com on Dec. 7th. This time it's Track of the Day for the Electronica catagory. Drifting Between Stars continues to climb th...
Posted by Maneki Neko on Mon, 04 Dec 2006 10:01:00 PST

Oct 18 - Track of the Day at Garageband

Drifting Between Stars will be the Ambient Track of the Day at Garageband on Wednesday, October 18th, 2006. Click here to list....
Posted by Maneki Neko on Sat, 14 Oct 2006 01:09:00 PST

Auracle Featured on WMNR New Music Gallery

WMNR Fine Arts Radio on September 28 will feature Drifting Between Stars and The Road to Madurai on New Music Gallery. The show is at 11 pm est.  Listen to the stream or tune in to 88.1 FM in Mon...
Posted by Maneki Neko on Mon, 18 Sep 2006 01:35:00 PST

Back in the studio

Hi to everyone who has been supporting and listening to Maneki Neko. I am back in the studio working on the next release. The target is to have the cd available in Spring 2007. The cd is about half do...
Posted by Maneki Neko on Mon, 28 Aug 2006 12:29:00 PST

Auracle reviewed in Mysteries Magazine

Mysteries Magazine cd review by Richard MackenzieLike the welcoming cat statues found in many Asian businesses, on its debut CD, Maneki Neko beckons the listener with soothing rhythms and flowing soun...
Posted by Maneki Neko on Tue, 13 Jun 2006 12:44:00 PST

Added to Fanfare For The Speeding Bullet playlist

Maneki Neko was added to Fanfare For The Speeding Bullet's playlist on WEFT 90.1FM...
Posted by Maneki Neko on Mon, 12 Jun 2006 09:18:00 PST

Auracle available on iTunes and Rhapsody

Auracle can be found on iTunes and Rhapsody...
Posted by Maneki Neko on Thu, 08 Jun 2006 12:20:00 PST

Auracle enters NAR chart

Auracle entered the New Age Reporter chart at position 82. Thanks to all the everyone who has supported Maneki Neko....
Posted by Maneki Neko on Wed, 07 Jun 2006 08:23:00 PST