A notorious homebody, Chad VanGaalen is well known for rarely leaving his basement in Calgary, endlessly drawing, recording and making art. Fortunately, he has an uncanny knack for creating music that is sweepingly beautiful and undeniably genuine, and with his third full-length Soft Airplane, this celebrated multi-talented artist has created his most complete album to date.
With Infiniheart (2005) and Skelliconnection (2006), Chad displayed an innate understanding of simple pop melody and a penchant for intellectually playful arrangements. Compiled from years of hidden back-catalogue and lo-fi CD-R releases, both albums went on to receive critical acclaim from across the globe. While his first albums hinted at musical reference points (that even Chad seemed to be reluctant to embrace), Soft Airplane reveals an artist utterly in stride – confident enough to span genres, while working with a determined and deliberate focus.
Sometimes the most powerful of musical expressions come from the most hushed and unassuming sources; with Soft Airplane, Chad Vangaalen has created one of these rare, heartfelt and gripping moments from the depths of his cluttered basement. Fortunately for him - and us.
Kudos on the new album Chad! The last song on the album should be in a zombie flick or horror movie or something. I notice that you have a bunch of cool videos that you have made. Right on by the way! You really should think about (if you haven't already) releasing a DVD with all of your videos and maybe some unreleased videos, interviews and live performances. Stuff like that! What do you think?...Please reply. -Zach from Forever After
hi chad, your high pitched voice in the refrain of *graveyard* is cocooned in my head - great voice, tres bon composition and layout. cheers and ciao from dull berlin...boKens
thank you so much for being such a brilliant musician, and giving me something special to cherish.
oh and hahahahaha, I saw the other day on youtube that episode of the Letterman show when you were on there with your friend for the Stupid Human Tricks segment, and he crawled around your body!!!
Hey Chad--love your music. I wrote the screenplay for COLE. Just wanted to thank you for being part of the soundtrack--your music adds a lot of empathy to the film.
Folks reading this comment can see the website at www. colethemovie. com. Chad VanGaalen rocks.
I have your first two albums which are great, but I have yet to buy the new one. Can't wait! Good luck, have fun and safe travels while on tour. Come to Visalia, CA and play a show. They would love it I promise you! If you have time in your busy schedule, please feel free to check out my songs. Thank You!
