Following the brooding music of
Maalbeek (released in 2008),
Koude Handen threads similar paths.
Matthew Florianz wrote; "... I don't seem to want to leave those familiar surroundings that inspired Maalbeek, GrijsGebied and really all of my music. When I thought to have discovered everything about that place, it surprised me with this new find ..."
Koude Handen recordings took place between December and January of 2009/2010. The album's unique sound is a result of Matthew's approach to creating music. He uses only one Korg manufactered synthesizer and supplements those sounds with environmental recordings.
Koude Handen has presented Matthew Florianz with a unique opportunity.
Matthew writes; "... only ten years ago, the compact disc was the medium of choice to distribute music. I am a collector, I "want" my music on a medium which requires time, anticipation and effort to obtain. As important as that is to me, the advantagess of digital distribution cannot be ignored.
Digital content distribution takes away the overhead and cost of traditional distribution. It allows the release of music in a better format. I can now present my work in native 24 bit resolution..."
As a result of abandoning the costly process of manufacturing and distribution, Matthew Florianz is able to offer his music directly from his own website. "... there's almost no cost involved in the (physical) production or distribution of the album so why ask money? If people want to support my work, they can listen, tell others or donate ..."
