MARC SOUCY: VIEWS REVIEWS INTERVIEWS
musician and composer
Sunset on Penobscot Bay
natural light photo by Marc while approaching the Maine coast in October 2017. (motion effect added)
“When the Orchestra Flirts with Electronics and Fear … on ‘The Tong’” — Extravafrench November 13 2024
“Music is first and foremost a pure expression of emotion.
“It can be tension……. …..it could be wonder.
“Impact and nuance of what can be complex emotions in an original piece of music is what I am after, no matter the style. It can be the emotion implied in a scene or event.
“Sometimes it’s just an idea come to life.”
REVIEWS:
the STIR series
MONTANA
“Marc Soucy’s Montana is an evocative soundscape that captures the duality of American progress—its triumphs and its tragedies—without uttering a single word. Through lush orchestration, stirring piano melodies, and a deep sense of nostalgia, Soucy crafts a piece that speaks volumes about the evolution of a nation…” — Austin Sher, We Write About Music February 6 2025
“… a work that evokes expansive spaces, a tramp of progression, and a burden of heritage. With its rich layering of sound and expressive melody, Montana is a sort of soundtrack for America’s heritage that doesn’t shirk its complications. …Montana is an electronic record at its core, but it doesn’t sound electronic. Instead, it’s organic, expansive, and incredibly human.” — Akt Music February 7 2025
“Anything that emerges from Marc Soucy’s musical genius is often deeply eclectic and evocative. …Overall, we are taken aback by how beautiful the piece is: while it’s delicate and round, there’s also a veiled component of nostalgia and melancholia…” — Mesmerized February 7 2025
CHILL
“…the first few notes sets the tone with dissonant, intricate piano arpeggios... Soucy is clearly a master at creating a sense of fluid motion…The real surprise comes midway through… a moment that feels like stepping into a smoky jazz bar in 1980s New York.” — Edgar Allen Poets January 3 2025
“A cleverly orchestrated minimalism —
What strikes you right away in Chill is the space. The space between the notes, between the textures, between the inspirations. Marc Soucy masters the art of the musical unspoken, of those moments when we guess more than we hear. A bass line murmurs, almost timid, supporting layers of synth that float like sails in a light wind. No demonstration, no bluff: Chill has nothing to prove. It is content to exist, in its perfect simplicity.” — Extravafrench January 4 2025
“Perhaps this is Marc Soucy’s greatest merit - making us feel in a place we have never been, in a time that perhaps not even he lived, all this with a current sound. …Soucy is on the right path to becoming a rising name in the music scene.” — Jessica Marinho, Brazil December 30 2024
TROIKA TO TASHKENT
“Troika to Tashkent is a tour de force that exemplifies Marc Soucy’s visionary artistry. …Soucy not only pays homage to the classical tradition but also redefines it, infusing it with contemporary sensibilities and his signature depth..” — KIMU FULL REVIEW HERE November 29 2024
“What’s remarkable is Soucy’s ability to oscillate between these contrasting styles—traditional Western orchestration and evocative Eastern motifs—without losing the track’s sense of purpose. …the track boasts a professional polish that rivals major-label releases.” — Jamie Funk Pitch Perfect December 3 2024
“The interplay between classical instrumentation and electronic textures is masterful, never feeling forced or off-kilter, but instead blending together in a fluid and organic way.” — Ryan, revolutionsderhythme.co November 29 2024
THE TONG
“I am in absolute awe of Marc's vision and versatility; …it's like stepping into another dimension….The level of artistry and musicianship on display is unlike anything else out there.” — SaiidZeidan November 8 2024
“Production-wise, ‘The Tong’ is meticulous. Soucy’s ability to blend live orchestral sounds with electronic textures is evident in the seamless integration of the two. The track does not feel like an artificial hybrid but rather like a natural convergence of sound worlds.” — Michael Jamo at SongWeb
“An electric shock of passion mixed with a bold and fearless attitude, Marc Soucy is constantly advancing, climbing flawlessly through the musical order.” — Jessica Marinho, HBN November 6 2024
THE PARADIGM’S SHIFT
“Melodies dance in unlikely sequences… the track stimulates cognition as artfully as any elite classical or jazz composition. …Marc Soucy once more affirms his status as a visionary artist of the highest order.” —Medium / EDM October 8 2024
“‘The Paradigm’s Shift’ …is a bold, genre-defying piece that not only showcases his musical prowess but also invites listeners to reflect and imagine.” — Elvis Ampaabeng, Musikepool October 12 2024
“The Paradigm’s Shift” is a stunning achievement from Marc Soucy. …it pushes the boundaries of what electronic music can be,… a powerful, ambitious, and unforgettable piece of music.” -Parkett Channel October 18 2024
THAT THING YOU SAID
“Marc Soucy’s latest single That Thing You Said feels like floating through a dream you don’t want to wake up from. ” — RGM Reyt Good Magazine
“…It’s got this relaxed, almost dreamy feel but still carries that “Marc Soucy signature touch” of blending cinematic layers with electronic goodness. …showing Marc’s playful side while keeping things real.” — Emanuele Rosi, Hyperspace Best of the Week, spacesour.com September 14 2024
“Soucy’s mastery lies in the way he builds the atmosphere without overcomplicating things. Every note feels purposeful…” —Alexander Asiedu, Music and Entertainers October 1 2024
”Marc Soucy is a neo-classical composer … with such vivid ideas of ambience and feeling. He crafts presence like no other. … Each curve is marked by a sparkling instrumental perspective that you can float away with.” — Good Music Radar September 21 2024
PTSD: PARIS-TOKYO SUBORBITAL DEPARTURES
“‘PTSD’ is an incomparable experience of urban soundscapes… …a sonic experience that is as haunting as it is beautiful.” — Indie Music Flix August 28 2024
“…an otherworldly, dreamy and feverish sonic journey.” — Gabriel Mazza, Mesmerized.io September 2 2024
“…a peek into the future of music that is both intelligent and unique.” — Music Earshot @ Medium August 23 2024
“A true sonic kaleidoscope with arrangements overflowing with musical richness. …derived from jazz and pop music with remarkable flair.” — Boulimique de Musique August 27 2024
DRIFTER IN PARADISE
“Drifter In Paradise is a masterclass in musical storytelling. … a testament to his skill as a composer….” —Allen Peterson Reviews August 4 2024 FULL REVIEW
“Drifter in Paradise demonstrates (Marc’s signature) shape-shifting sound perfectly. Twinkling keys, moving left and right in your ears, move one through an epic journey of the soul.” — EDM Rekords, August 1 2024
“In a musical landscape saturated with predictable offerings, Soucy stands as a beacon of innovation and freshness, bringing with him a fresh approach that awakens the heart and mind.” — Graziano, Il Calicenero August 8 2024
TASHKENT CLUB FIRE
"…a beacon of innovation and artistry… …Blending the experimental electronic textures with rich cinematic layers, Soucy steps into a realm shared by icons like Hans Zimmer and Max Richter, yet his sound is unmistakably unique." — Will Lisil, topmusic.news July 8 2024
“The intricate layering of these elements demonstrates Soucy’s deep respect for cultural authenticity and his masterful ability to conjure vivid imagery through sound. …“‘Tashkent Club Fire ‘ is a testament to Soucy’s creativity and artistic vision.” — The Morning Shine, Germany January 7 2025
“Maybe most impressive is how Soucy handles climactic moments: where so many acts would lean into obvious crescendos or predictable builds, he gets by with subtle shifts in texture and timbre that give emotional peaks an earned rather than forced quality.” — Medium November 24 2024
FROM MARC’S PRODUCER YEARS (1997-2011):
“ …high tech edge and a fine tuned approach to combining melody and atmosphere… (creating a) lush musical scenery…" —— 20th Century Guitar Magazine 2006
"...soundscapes that cross boundaries in a way few have dared......packed to the rafters with detail and meaning in every… note." —— Avril Simister, roomthirteen.com September 9 2010
"The instrumental work is certainly very impressive. There's no denying Marc's a very talented guy."---Kevin O'Hare, music critic published in 42 newspapers nationwide 2009
“Marc Soucy is a highly skilled arranger and producer with whose work I've been very impressed. Marc's arrangements are extremely musical and his sensibilities are exceptional."---Jeff Lipton, mastering engineer, Peerless Mastering 2011
"...clever patches of color and design that make these arrangements come to life. In fact, some of these compositions border on genius.”
—— Metronome Magazine, 2001
January 3 2025
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