Robert Rich & Lisa Moskow created Yearning as an "evolution of the traditional approach to alop," the introduction and slowest part of the Indian
raga. It explores the intensity of meditative
electro-acoustic ambience. Indeed, it goes beyond
electro-acoustic to psychoactive.
Rich, one of the finest sound designers ever, has crafted these atmospheres with strong overtone qualities. The organic textures wend their way into the synapses of the brain and encourage the serotonin with warmth, love, and nurturing. Deep listeners will feel the pull of the graceful melodies as
Rich and
Moskow weave a thoughtful and evocative soundworld. Like most of
Rich's work, this CD is relatively peerless. It stands with the music of
Steve Roach and
David Parsons as unique. ~ Jim Brenholts, All Music Guide
