We’ve updated our Terms of Use to reflect our new entity name and address. You can review the changes here.
We’ve updated our Terms of Use. You can review the changes here.

A Fragile Balance - 2007 (Ambient​/​Vibey)

by Ray Montford

/
  • Streaming + Download

    Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
    Purchasable with gift card

      $15 CAD  or more

     

  • Record/Vinyl + Digital Album

    Lovely Pressing from RTI (where a great deal of Audiophile pressings are done!). Special thanks to Totem Acoustic, for their financial assistance with this album. Please note: when ordering more than one LP, cost for shipping is only $1 more / album, as the size is virtually the same and weight is minimal.

    Includes unlimited streaming of A Fragile Balance - 2007 (Ambient/Vibey) via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
    ships out within 2 days
    edition of 500  92 remaining

      $40 CAD or more 

     

  • Compact Disc (CD) + Digital Album

    Attractive digipak design

    Includes unlimited streaming of A Fragile Balance - 2007 (Ambient/Vibey) via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
    ships out within 2 days

      $20 CAD or more 

     

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Arrival 04:26
6.
Remember 03:28
7.
The Healing 04:58
8.
9.
10.
Two Lives 03:54

about

For those of you ordering the LP, we apologize for the expensive shipping costs, but unfortunately there is no way around it - the good thing is that it does include a tracking number.

credits

released November 17, 2007

Critically-acclaimed Canadian guitarist-composer, Ray Montford, unveils his sixth album, a fragile balance, his most cinematic to date. Inspired by a series of unforeseen events, this is a soulful exploration of life's journeys, highlighted by Montford's buttery blues/rock electric tones and deft acoustic fingerstyle work.

Beginning with the haunting melody of Honour This Land, the album builds to a peak of orchestration in the epic When Darkness Takes Flight, propelled by powerful drumming and a gorgeous cello arrangement. Dynamically recorded with sparse arrangements and great sonics, the result is a cohesive tale of a mature artist. This is instrumental music that commands to be heard - at a healthy volume - offering a depth that ill reveal new insights with each listen.

We gratefully acknowledge the support of Totem Acoustic and the Toronto Arts Council.

Produced by Ray Montford & brilliantfish
Recorded and Mixed by Ray Montford at Soundhole Studio

ray montford - guitars, textures
brilliantfish - percussion, textures, keys, voice
john dymond - bass
george koller - cello
steve o'connor - piano, B-3

design by brilliantfish

license

all rights reserved

tags

about

Ray Montford Wakefield, Québec

Ray Montford’s original pieces are characterized by a wild and raw beauty. Often inspired by the human condition, his instrumental compositions paint haunting
canvasses that are rich in imagery, taking the listener on an unforgettable journey. Ray finds countless ways to convey emotion through his compositions and soulful playing, letting his guitar sing and wring emotion from every note.
... more

contact / help

Contact Ray Montford

Streaming and
Download help

Shipping and returns

Redeem code

Report this album or account

If you like Ray Montford, you may also like: