“5G’s is an album that offers concepts, ideas, and sonic experiences that will complement your daily life with its unique sound. This release perfectly blends alternative and garage rock styles with layers of effects in the mix that are sure to grab your attention. It creates a truly immersive atmosphere, inviting you to connect.” - ZoneNights (Argentina)
"Magic 8 Ball" is the album closer to the brand new 11 song record "5G's" by Christian Paul Philippi
Like the entire “5G’s” album, the new video for "Magic 8 Ball" was all recorded, edited, engineered & mixed by by Christian Paul Philippi himself – complete with memorable riffs & heart–wrenchingly raw songwriting, & tape effects. For fans of of Sparklehorse, Elliott Smith, Slowdive, Jon Brion, Pinback
“5 G’s” is an album of 11 songs that sucks you in like an audio portal Jumanji and shakes your soul like a “Magic 8 Ball”
Each song contains elements of different rock genres yet all share the distinct musical DNA of Christian Paul Philippi, with lyrics relatable to too many during these times of great upheavals; personal, political, and collective.
Tracks like “Pure O” flex Christian’s post punk muscle with riffs and melodies reminiscent of Joy Division, while the dazzling synths and electronics of “Honey” pull listeners in with other shades of allure. Hints of Deftones, Lou Reed, Omni, Michael Seyer, and Dijon are all present throughout “5 G’s” — a vulnerable record that offers empathy over the pains of loss, heartbreak, and aging.
Christian is a venerable producer in Los Angeles already, working with the likes of @professorbrando , @_dies_la , @familyoflightband , @comagirlsla, and @quellsfitz to name a few, with mounting solo releases to his name, CPP is humbly plying his trade yet also bleeding extra for his own songcraft.
“Satan Takes The Wheel” exemplifies the strength of Christian’s songwriting and the ethos of the “5 G’s” album, letting the guitars and vocals sit up front, raw and honest, fusing sounds from the likes of Pinback and Elliott Smith with something entirely unique to Christian’s own approach.
”Christian Paul Philippi has released Pure O, a track that combines excellent passages of 90s shoegaze that will keep your attention captivated every minute. Have you heard it yet? Pure O offers dynamism, chaos, and crunchy textures that create a great atmosphere, generating a multitude of sensations that we think you have to experience. If you're looking for spacious tones, with ups and downs and prominent pads, this is the track you need to hear. It stands out for its flirtation with post-punk, which creates an interesting climax.” – ZoneNights (Argentina)
Christian Paul Philippi is a producer, engineer, singer-songwriter, and leader of the band DIES based in Los Angeles, California. Recording artists such as Coma Girls, Izzy Outerspace, Quells, and others, Philippi also records and releases his own songs, working out of his own custom built fully-equipped analog and digital studio.
A modern magician of sound, CPP’s own songs offer introspective musings with intricate arrangements yet delicate soundscapes that pull listeners in and encourage repeated listens. Beautifully rich instrumentation weave together with Christian’s soft voice as he spins his hooky guitar and synth interplay over wry observations on life and love, sounding like a modern mix between Lou Reed, Sparklehorse, and something new.
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