/r/zeuhl
Zeuhl means celestial in Kobaïan, the constructed language created by Christian Vander. Originally solely applied to the music of Vander's band, Magma, the term zeuhl was eventually used to describe the similar music produced by French bands, beginning in the mid-1970s. Although primarily a French phenomenon, zeuhl has influenced recent avant-garde Japanese bands.
Zeuhl means celestial in Kobaïan, the constructed language created by Christian Vander. Originally solely applied to the music of Vander's band, Magma, the term zeuhl was eventually used to describe the similar music produced by French bands, beginning in the mid-1970s. Although primarily a French phenomenon, zeuhl has influenced recent avant-garde Japanese bands.
See also:
- /r/solresol - Langue musicale universelle
/r/zeuhl
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I would like to know why!
Why? Why have I only heard about this recently? It seems like nobody has ever heard of zeuhl. I don't understand why it isn't more popular.
What's going on?
03:51 UTC
How do you listen to magma without(or with) understanding the lyrics?
15:40 UTC
I've always wanted to start a rad zeuhl band
But life kinda got in the way. To me some others are kewl but there's mostly just Magma and Koenjii Hyakkei. I wonder if everyone here can formulate through comments basically a "how to" zeuhl. For instance, "use 7/4 time and polyrhythms a lot" Go!
11:00 UTC
Where can I get a copy of Magma Myths and Legends Vol 3?
I recently watched Vol 4 and was blown away. I've Vol 3 is the best of the series, but it isn't available on Magma's website or Bandcamp. I can't even find a second-hand copy! Does anyone know where I can get a copy?
03:39 UTC
JD beck = Christian Vander
Am I the only one who finds similarities between our good old Christian Vander (70s) and the young rising drummer JD Beck? (in terms of appearance and drumming skills)
01:26 UTC
does this make sense
04:47 UTC
21:06 UTC
nice
15:31 UTC
Best song
21:40 UTC
1 year ago...would that be the maximum???
08:59 UTC
MAGMA!!!
08:44 UTC
Anyone got me beat?
18:35 UTC
TIL the hit indie game Undertale features Christian Vander as the main character. Here's the proof:
20:54 UTC
Great Magma song!
10:41 UTC
New album from the zeuhlish Italian band Elastic Riot
16:06 UTC
An Electric Bass cover of Magma's masterful 'De Futura' - specifically the ostinato build-up in the mid-section. One of my favorite passages of music. It changed my life. Made me want to pursue bass. Enjoy!
17:09 UTC
Best Magma DVD?
I want to get a Magma DVD but there's quite a few to choose from. What would you guys recommend?
01:02 UTC
Magma lore - where can I read about it?
Hello, I've just discovered Magma earlier this week and I'm already obsessed. I want to read about the stories taking place on their albums but since all the lyrics are in Kobaian I'm not sure how I'm meant to do that. Can anyone recommend a resource? Thanks
08:56 UTC
Japanese Zeuhl recs?
My taste leans toward Zao, Potemkine and Benoit Widemann's solo stuff rather than Magma, fwiw.
04:23 UTC
Jean-Philippe Goude - Ska du Loup (1981) - ft. Bernard Paganotti
19:24 UTC
I am releasing a album with a Zeuhl track on it! Check it out!!!
01:05 UTC
NIGHTCORE MAGMA- MEKANIK KOMMANDOH
15:34 UTC
10/10
03:54 UTC
My wildest dream
10:27 UTC
STOP DOING ZEUHL
19:42 UTC
Magma edit who up
16:18 UTC
Didier Ferry's book...
Hür,
I believe it to be a near hopeless case now, however, I have been seeking out the Magma book with the photos by Dider Ferry, having missed the chance to officially purchase it, and the one source I've found won't accept my payment methods. If anyone has a lead, could occasionally, maybe sometimes, keep an eye out (I am unfortunately not omniscient!...) or would even lend it to me just for potentially scanning it, I would really hugely appreciate it. If possible I'd cover any costs that might come up if someone would be willing to lend or even give it to me. Thank you so dearly...
Dondaï!
19:07 UTC