Techno and more specifically Detroit Techno is a form of music that was born from the hearts and souls of the youth of Detroit. Her energy is industrial and soulful, her rhythms infectious. Her sound is uniquely electronic, until now. Recently a Techno classic has been adapted for performance by a live orchestra. Normally, when you hear the words “adapted or remade” you are immediately suspicious, especially when the song being remade is a classic. So, when I received a link to “Strings of Life” by Rythim is Rythim I cringed. “Strings of Life” is after all not just a classic but in many ways the song that defines Detroit Techno. This one song may have launched the genre internationally. Released in 1987 on the Transmat Label, "Strings of Life" was an instant classic. 23 years later the track continues to inspire. This became very evident when I clicked that link. The adaptation by the Kindred Spirits Ensemble not only pays tribute to a beautiful piece of music but to the genre and her pioneers. The arrangement is true to the original track and marvelously different at the same time. It is an incredible fusion of Detroit Techno, Jazz and classical. When I close my eyes and listen I hear both the original and orchestral versions dancing together. It is simply wonderful! I now share with you “Strings of Life” as interpreted by the Kindred Spirits Ensemble. Sit back, relax and let the sounds and layers envelop you. Allow yourself to be transported to another space and time...
Kindred Spirits Ensemble - Strings of Life from Kindred Spirits on Vimeo.
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