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Biographie von Lars Leonhard
Lars Leonhard wurde 1973 in Hilden geboren. Bereits früh erkannte er seine Leidenschaft zur elektronischen Musik. Der elektronische Bereich, der ihm im Blut liegt, wies ihm den Weg zu Elektronika, Ambient, DubTechno und Deephouse. Seit Anfang der neunziger Jahre produziert und experimentiert er an seiner eigenen Musik.
Im Jahr 2013, wird die US – Raumfahrtbehörde NASA auf den Produzenten aufmerksam und engagiert ihn langfristig. Diverse wissenschaftliche Videos, die mit Hilfe eines Observations-Satelliten im Weltall aufgenommen wurden, sollen musikalisch unterlegt werden. Über 20 Videos dieser wunderbaren Zusammenarbeit zwischen Lars und der NASA sind inzwischen auf Youtube zu bewundern. Mit seinem Track „Thunderbolt“ schafft er es mittlerweile auf über 9 Millionen Klicks.
Schaut hier eines der Original NASA Videos an: YOUTUBE
oder besucht die offizielle NASA Webseite : LINK
Lars Leonhard ist ein deutscher Musiker und Produzent, elektronischer Musik, der für seine tiefgründigen, atmosphärischen Kompositionen bekannt ist, die Ambient-, Downtempo- und Dub-Techno-Elemente nahtlos miteinander verbinden. Geboren und aufgewachsen in Deutschland, entdeckte Lars schon in jungen Jahren seine Leidenschaft für elektronische Musik, inspiriert durch die bahnbrechenden Werke von Künstlern wie Kraftwerk, Tangerine Dream und Klaus Schulze.
Lars begann seine musikalische Reise Ende der 90er Jahre und experimentierte zunächst mit verschiedenen Klängen und Stilen, bevor er seine einzigartige Klangsignatur verfeinerte, die sich durch üppige Texturen, komplexe Rhythmen und eindrucksvolle Melodien auszeichnet. Im Jahr 2010 debütierte Lars mit der Veröffentlichung von „Infected“, einer EP auf Deepindub Records, die den Beginn einer produktiven Karriere in der elektronischen Musikszene markierte.
Im Laufe der Jahre hat Lars sein Publikum immer wieder mit Veröffentlichungen bei verschiedenen renommierten Labels fasziniert, darunter BineMusic, Ultimae Records, Synphaera Records, Diametral Records und viele mehr. Seine Diskographie umfasst verschiedene EPs und Alben in voller Länge, die jeweils eine eigene klangliche Reise in die Tiefen elektronischer Klanglandschaften bieten.
Über seine Soloveröffentlichungen hinaus hat Lars sein Talent auch in verschiedene Compilations eingebracht, darunter Titel, die auf angesehenen Labels wie Ultimae Records, BineMusic und Synphaera Records veröffentlicht wurden. Seine Musik wurde in Compilations vorgestellt, die die Bereiche Ambient, Dub und experimentelle elektronische Musik umfassen, und festigte seinen Ruf als vielseitiger und geschätzter Künstler innerhalb des Genres.
Eine der bemerkenswertesten Kooperationen von Lars Leonhard geht über den Bereich der Musik hinaus, da er bei zahlreichen Gelegenheiten mit der amerikanischen Raumfahrtbehörde NASA zusammengearbeitet hat, um Soundtracks für deren fesselnde Visualisierungen von Himmelsphänomenen zu liefern. Von Sonneneruptionen bis hin zu Exoplanetensimulationen hat Lars‘ Musik die wissenschaftlichen Erkundungen der NASA begleitet und dem Kosmos eine zusätzliche Dimension der Schönheit und des Wunders verliehen.
Zusätzlich zu seinen musikalischen Errungenschaften bleibt Lars seinem Handwerk treu, verschiebt ständig die Grenzen der elektronischen Musik und bleibt dabei seiner unverwechselbaren Ästhetik treu. Mit jeder Veröffentlichung lädt er die Hörer auf eine immersive Klangreise ein, um die riesigen Klanglandschaften zu erkunden, die er akribisch erschafft.
Während Lars Leonhard sich als Künstler weiterentwickelt, zeugen seine Beiträge zur Welt der elektronischen Musik und seine Zusammenarbeit mit Institutionen wie der NASA von der grenzenlosen Kreativität und dem beeindruckenden Potenzial der Musik, irdische Grenzen zu überwinden und die Menschheit mit den Geheimnissen des Universums zu verbinden
English version
Biography of Lars Leonhard
Lars Leonhard is a German electronic musician and producer renowned for his deep, atmospheric compositions seamlessly blending ambient, downtempo, and dub techno elements. Born and raised in Germany, Lars discovered his passion for electronic music at a young age, inspired by the pioneering works of artists like Kraftwerk, Tangerine Dream, and Klaus Schulze.
Lars embarked on his musical journey in the late 90s, initially experimenting with various sounds and styles before honing his unique sonic signature characterized by lush textures, complex rhythms, and evocative melodies. In 2010, Lars debuted with the release of „Infected,“ an EP on Deepindub Records, marking the beginning of a prolific career in the electronic music scene.
Throughout the years, Lars has continued to captivate audiences with steady releases across various esteemed labels, including BineMusic, Ultimae Records, Synphaera Records, Diametral Records, and many more. His discography boasts diverse EPs and full-length albums, each offering a distinct sonic journey into the depths of electronic soundscapes.
Beyond his solo releases, Lars has also contributed his talents to various compilations, including tracks featured on esteemed labels such as Ultimae Records, BineMusic, and Synphaera Records. His music has been featured in compilations that span the realms of ambient, dub, and experimental electronic music, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and esteemed artist within the genre.
One of Lars Leonhard’s most notable collaborations extends beyond the realm of music, as he has partnered with the American space agency NASA on numerous occasions to provide soundtracks for their captivating visualizations of celestial phenomena. From solar flares to exoplanet simulations, Lars‘ music has accompanied NASA’s scientific explorations, adding an extra dimension of beauty and wonder to the cosmos.
In addition to his musical achievements, Lars remains deeply committed to his craft, constantly pushing the boundaries of electronic music while staying true to his distinctive aesthetic. With each release, he invites listeners on an immersive sonic journey to explore the vast landscapes of sound that he meticulously crafts.
As Lars Leonhard continues to evolve as an artist, his contributions to the world of electronic music and his collaborations with institutions like NASA serve as testaments to music’s boundless creativity and awe-inspiring potential to transcend earthly confines and connect humanity with the mysteries of the universe.
In 2013, the highlight of his career to date, the US space agency NASA took notice of the producer and hired him on a long-term basis. Various scientific videos recorded in space with the help of an observation satellite were to be accompanied by music. Various videos of this wonderful collaboration between Lars and NASA can now be viewed on YouTube. His track „Thunderbolt“ now has over 9 million hits. Watch one of the original NASA videos here: YOUTUBE
The collaboration with NASA has now resulted in over 20 great collaborations, which can be viewed here on the official NASA website: LINK
Music Releases
2010 | Infected (EP) Deepindub
2011 | Ping Pong Party (EP) Lars Leonhard, Fingers In The Noise – Glider Records
2011 | Atropurpureum (EP) Clear Recordings
2011 | Tibouchina / Pacific Ocean (EP) Klangschleife Records
2011 | 1549 (Full Album) BineMusic
2012 | A Split Second (EP) Deepindub
2012 | No Comment (EP) Format: Vinyl, 12″ BineMusic
2013 | Lars Leonhard + Shebuzz – Supererde / Grasses oft the Past (12″, Limited Edition, Yellow Clear) DimbiDeep Music
2013 | Lars Leonhard & Beat Ride – STATION 12 (EP) Back Room Records
2013 | Lie To Me (EP) Diametral Records
2013 |Stella Nova (EP) Ultimae Records
2013 | Lars Leonhard + Alvina Red – Seasons – Les Quatre Saisons (Full Album) BineMusic
2013 | Three Wise Monkeys (EP) Dreiton Records
2014 | Burning Clouds (EP) Ultimae Records
2014 | Dark Tales From The Woods (Full Album) Self-released
2015 | Deep Venture (Full Album) Self-released
2015 | Passenger at Night (Full Album) BineMusic
2016 | Evanescent (EP) Self-released
2016 | Isolated Landscapes (EP) Self-released
2016 | Erstwhile (Full Album) Self-released
2016 | Orange Dawn (Full Album) Self-released
2017 | Matthias Springer / Lars Leonhard – Episode Three. Turmfalke – TURMFALKE003, Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM, EP, Limited Edition
2017 | Slow Down (EP) Self-released
2017 | Interstellar (Full Album) Self-released
2018 | Felicity (Full Album) Self-released
2018 | Patterns in Nature (Full Album) Lars Leonhard + Roman Ridder / Self-released
2018 | Adrift in Time (Full Album) Self-released
2018 | Above and Below (Full Album) Self-released
2019 | AEON (Full Album) Self-released
2019 | Pathway (Full Album) Self-released
2019 | Orbit (Full Album) Self-released
2020 | Spaceflight (Full Album) Synphaera Records
2020 | Planetary Nebula (Full Album) Self-released
2020 | Solar Observer (Single) Self-released – produced for NASA`s video: A Decade of Sun
2021 | Night Sky (Full Album) Self-released
2022 | Gravity (Full Album) Self-released
2022 | Geometric Shapes (Full Album) Self-released
2023 | Eclipse (Full Album) Self-released
2024 | Reflections (Full Album) Self-released
Various Artists – Compilations
Trackname: Citylights , BineMusic Presents Various Artists | 2010 (2×12″, Compilation. 2010
Trackname: Falling Leaves , Various Artists – Tranzmitter Compilation (Volume 4) 2012
Trackname: Always On My Mind, Various Artists – Compilation Vol. 1, Klangschleife, 2012
Trackname: Not Another Hero, Various Artists – Welcome To Neverland. Spaceal Orbeats Records, 2012
Trackname: Over And Out, Various – Various Artists #1, Rohs! Records, 2013
Trackname: Slow Motion, Mahiane – Oxycanta III , Ultimae Records, 2013
Trackname: Deeper Direction – Nova (15) – Passages, Ultimae Records, 2014
Trackname: DüsselDub, Various – Hall Of Dub Compilation Vol. 1, Compilation – Deeptakt, dtcomp001, 2014
Trackname: Frost, Various – Enfold 01 , Ultimae Records, 2014
Trackname: Mountain View, Various – Lavaland Subspiele Records, 2015
Trackname: Stratus, Various – Compilation Vol. 2, Klangschleife, KS010, 2015
Trackname: Bonjour Caresse, Various – 5 Years Of Diametral, Diametral, 2015
Trackname: Lucid Dreams, Ambientium – Digiseeds, Ultimae Records, 2015
Trackname: Passenger At Night, Various – Klassik Lounge Nightflight Vol.8, (2×CD, Compilation, Lemongrassmusic, LGM209, Vol.8, 2016
Trackname: Anchorage, Various – Grenzwellen Fünf, (Compilation) Grenzwellen, GW 6, 2019
Trackname: Connection Reset, Various – 10 Years Diametral Records (2×CD, Compilation, Limited Edition) Diametral, DMTRL10Y, 2020
Trackname: Raytracing, Various – Gemstones IV, Cyclical Dreams, 2023
Cooperations with the American space agency NASA
2013/ NASA | Video title: Fiery Looping Rain on the Sun – Music: „Thunderbolt“ by Lars Leonhard.
2013/ NASA | Video title: First X-Class Solar Flares of 2013 Music: „Long Range Cruise“ by Lars Leonhard, courtesy of the artist and BineMusic.
2013/ NASA | Video title: Peer into a Simulated Stellar-mass Black Hole. Music: „Lost in Space“ by Lars Leonhard.
2013/ NASA/ESA/Goddard Space Flight Center | Video title: Five Days of Flares and CMEs. Music: „Stella Nova“ by Lars Leonhard, courtesy of the artist and Ultimae Records.
2014/ NASA | Video title: Colliding Comets Hint at Unseen Exoplanet. Music: „Halos“ by Lars Leonhard, courtesy of the artist and Ultimae Records.
2014/ NASA | Video title: Twisting Solar Eruption and Flare . Music: „No Comment Before Sunset“ by Lars Leonhard, courtesy of the artist and BineMusic.
2015/ NASA | Video title: Supercomputer Shows How an Exoplanet Makes Waves . Music:“Deep Layer“ by Lars Leonhard.
2015/ NASA | Video title: Thermonuclear Art – The Sun In Ultra-HD (4K) Music tracks in the order they appear from the album „Deep Venture“. „Northern Stargazer“ ,“Negative Thermal Expansion“, „Photophore“, „Osedax“, „Retroreflector“. All tracks written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2016/ NASA | Video title: 3D 4k for STEREO’s 10th Anniversary. Music: „Soothing“ and “Serendipity“ from Erstwhile. All tracks written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2017/ NASA and ESA | Video title: Spacecraft Track a Solar Storm Through Space. Music: „Comely“ from Felicity; Written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2019/ NASA | Video title: Take a Spin With NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. Music credit: “Phenomenon“ from Above and Below Written and produced by Lars Leonhard
2019/ NASA | Video title: Dive Into TESS’s Southern Sky Panorama. Music: „Above Clouds“ from Above and Below. Written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2020/ NASA | Video title: A Decade of Sun. Music: „Solar Observer“ written and produced for this video by Lars Leonhard.
2020/ NASA | Video title: TESS’s Northern Sky Vista. Music credit: „Strolling“ from Above and Below. Written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2020/ NASA | Video title: Echoes of the Universe’s Creation. Music: „Pulse and Glow“ from Adrift in Time, written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2021/ NASA | Video title: The Doubly Warped World of Binary Black Holes. Music credit: „Gravitational Field“ from Orbit. Written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2021/ NASA | Video title: Active October Sun Releases X-Class Flare. Music: „Immersion“ from Above and Below. Written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2022/ NASA | Video title: NASA’s Black Hole Orrery. Music: „Event Horizon“ from Gravity. Written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2022/ NASA | Video title: A Week Filled with Flares. Music: „Rhombus“ from Geometric Shapes. Written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2023/ NASA | Video title: 133 Days on the Sun. Music (in order): Concave Hexagon, Heptagon, Tetrahedron, Triangular Prism, Square-based Pyramid, Irregular Quadrilateral, Equilateral Triangle, Dodecahedron, Icosahedron, all from „Geometric Shapes“ written and produced by Lars Leonhard.
2023/ NASA | Video title: Narrated Tour of Fermi’s 14-Year Gamma-Ray Time-Lapse. Music credit: „Expanding Shell“ written and produced by Lars Leonhard.