Catalog Number VI | The Isolation Sessions
From a Rights Operations perspective, the technical fidelity of these recordings is paramount. The production was realized at a high-fidelity 24-bit resolution with a 96kHz sampling rate, making the assets suitable for premium distribution and high-end post-production. Furthermore, the 1/4 time signature utilized in "The Malefic Possession, Pt. 2" serves as a unique technical marker, intentionally employed to create the frenetic, chaotic atmosphere that characterizes the asset.
Production Provenance and Narrative Context
Liner note metadata provides the historical context and narrative provenance necessary for long-term archival value and establishing the authenticity of a release. By detailing the creative methodology, we ensure the significance of specific recordings is preserved within the broader catalog.
The Isolation Sessions represents a significant departure from the artist’s typical workflow. While previous sessions (such as "Arete") involved months of intensive refinement, the track "Isolation" was composed, mixed, mastered, and produced in a compressed 35-hour window. This immediate capture resulted in the artist's high level of satisfaction with the initial recording; consequently, "Isolation" is the only track in the series that lacks alternative "Sessions" versions, as the artist refrained from further interpretation.
The "Remaster '22" version was engineered to restore the 2019 studio vision that had been compromised by compression during previous distribution cycles. Key restoration objectives included:
Bass Restoration: Elevating the low-end from a negligible "auditory footnote" to a palpable, dominant force.
Spatial Depth: Expanding overdriven elements and clarifying the midrange to create an immersive landscape.
* Narrative Structure: The subdivision of "The Malefic Possession" into two parts was a deliberate choice to accelerate the narrative progression. By separating the melancholic segment from the chaotic conclusion, the listener can access the "zenith" of the work without a protracted introduction.
The complexity of these assets is further evidenced by the assembly of seventy-seven unique instrumental and vocal tracks for "The Malefic Possession." This includes specific voice samples and sound designs provided by Tesha Jordin, who contributed both as the cover model and a sonic collaborator.
Intellectual Property, Licensing, and Attribution
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Copyright Ownership: © 2022 Brian Yegge - Angershade
Writing & Production Window: August 2021 – October 2021 (Tracks 2, 3, & 4)
Mixing & Mastering Window: May 2022 – June 2022 (All Tracks)
Visual & Audio Attribution: Cover Art and Audio Samples featuring Tesha Jordin
The catalog assets defined in this document are subject to the aforementioned ownership and are registered under the status of All Rights Reserved.
