Ukraine-based drone/dark ambient act ProtoU, a project by artist Sasha Puzan is back and will release a new album entitled The Voice Of Serenity on 3 September via Cryo Chamber. Weaving her textural drones over atmospheric soundscapes, ProtoU has created dreamy sweeping voyage across light and dark. Featuring spooky-electronics maestro Fractalyst and cinematic soundscaper Skrika.
The artwork and mastering was done by Simon Heath (Atrium Carceri, Sabled Sun). The Voice Of Serenity is recommended for fans of field recordings, harmonic pads and tranquil soundscapes. Two tracks,, "Sudden Sunlight! and "Luminiferous" are now available for streaming. Link

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