What is the status of "A Radiant Nothing"?

Retail versions of "A Radiant Nothing" have arrived.  The album is available via iTunes and many other digital distributors.  Anyone that purchases the album from this website, will also get a direct link to download the mp3s usually within that same day.  If you don't, please send me a message, and I'll send you the link as soon as possible.

What about the 16 page booklet?

The booklet is too large to fit within the CD.  The CD has a website link, in which you can view/print the booklet, or you may choose to buy a booklet from this website ($2 each).  There are have 3 ways to digitally view the storyline - online (through your web browser), Microsoft Word, and an Adobe printer friendly PDF.  The PDF is set up to print like a double-sided fold out booklet that can be stapled.  Those that buy the album from elsewhere (Amazon.com, CDbaby.com, etc.) will have an online link to the storyline.

How are you supposed to listen to it?

How to Listen to "A Radiant Nothing"

A.R.N. comes with a 16 page storyline. The moods and words were carefully written to sequence with the music. The visualistic nature of "A Radiant Nothing" was meant to paint a vivid movie-like experience in your mind, stylized from the words and melodies, yet individualized by the symbolisms that you identify. It is much more than just another set of songs. If you follow these tips, you will allow yourself to experience the full depth and dimension that was intended... It may very well be unlike any other album that you've experienced before.

* Get comfortable.  No distractions. Make sure to set aside a quiet, one hour time to immerse and reflect. Allow yourself to absorb and fall into your own mental imagery.

* Try to visualize and connect symbolisms.  Because most of the story takes place in his mind, there are a lot of icons and references to how he is responding in the real waking world. Delve in and see what meanings you pick up from those symbols. (Music is truly a mirror, and this album was written with our individual reflections in mind.)

* Coordinate the story and music together.  Try not to skip ahead. :) When you are done reading a section, allow your mind to investigate and reflect on the picture it paints in your mind. Allow the scenes, in your mind, to move and breathe on it's own.

* Find the musical connection. There are symbolic musical elements within each song that represent the characters, actions, and occurrences in the story--- the story and music are quite integrated within each other. See if you can connect what musical elements coordinate with the story.

(ie. Sleepless Dream's peaceful melody is countered by the anguished description. Brought together, it creates an imagery of disturbance and beauty at the same time. His tears are symbolized by the melody of the piano. The choir symbolizes the presence of his wife. Note how the piano melody shifts to a more complete feeling in her presence.). The entire album has many of these connections. As time passes, I will write more.

I started this album almost 1 1/2 years ago, and it feels amazing to finally see it finished.  I will always be proud that I have created this work of art. It captures the essence of what Soulwire is all about.