Darkhalo is back in business. After nearly a decade without a formal music release, Darkhalo is releasing Phase Shift, a full-length release featuring his signature ambient, drum ‘n’ bass, and house music. His name has been known around the world in the demoscene, so I’m unbelievably excited to be hosting this release on the Mephtik Netlabel on September 1, 2009. Oh, and yes, it will be absolutely free.
We were able to sit down with Josh to talk about his long absence from the music scene, his long-awaited comeback, and of course, music! We talk about everything from our disdain for the commercial music scene, to game music (including his love for the Silent Hill 2 soundtrack), to Phase Shift itself. Game music fans will be interested to know that the album features a remix of the boss tune from Super Mario Bros. 2, titled “Boss Rush [SMB2],” and it’s a lot of fun.
Watch for our review of the album and it’s eventual release on Mephtik Netlabel next month. In the meantime, enjoy the lengthy interview and a sample from the album after the jump. (more…)