The New Magic is the music of Martin van Houtum, and the very talented people joining in. Based in Oslo, Norway, the writer, producer and multi-instrumentalist has spent years exploring different styles and sounds, always trying to expand his creative horizon.
The New Magic released the critically acclaimed album Bird's Eye View (ZF2403LP) on Zen Feedbacker in March 2024. A wealth of material was recorded for that album, but for reasons good or bad, several tracks were deemed unfit as parts of the puzzle.
Enter Worm’s Eye View (ZF2409LP), where some of these pieces come together, standing on their own, offering a different perspective. The result is an album that feels like a counterpart to its sibling - less concerned with jazzy, trippy art pop, more concerned with ambient, minimalism and sonic exploration. Mellow, playful, sometimes strange and feverish, always heartfelt and truthful.
