PANGHALINA
Panghalina brings together three compelling Australian soloists to explore themes of sonic duality.
Helen Svoboda - double bass, vocals
Bonnie Stewart - drum kit, vocals
Maria Moles - drum kit, synthesizer
Each musician’s distinctive approach to sound weaves a mesmerizing tapestry of frenetic textures, morphing into hypnotic grooves and restless motifs. The unique instrumentation creates a sonic patchwork of overlapping duos, and captivating blend of ethereal vocals, arco double bass harmonics, and synthesizer.
DEBUT ALBUM ‘LAVA’ RELEASES ON ROOM40 IN 2024
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from Maria, Bonnie and Helen
Lava is an ode to the connections between sound, emotion and human experience, exploring the interplay of sonic duality. The overlapping duos within the trio framework brought forth uncharted possibilities, allowing each of us to weave our individuality into the improvisations.
The crafting of the record revealed the project’s distinctiveness. With an instant resonance, we found ourselves drawn to this project - a canvas that allows various aspects within our artistic practices to flourish. The album encapsulates the dialogue between our spirits and the music, celebrating the alignment of artistic kinship.
We’ve named the album ‘Lava’, drawing inspiration from the melding of our sounds that resonates with the characteristics of molten rock - its subdued, unhurried motion juxtaposed against its fiery core. Just as molten rock emerges from a terrestrial planet, our collaboration springs forth from a distinctive sonic realm that is exclusively our own.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its arts funding and advisory body.