About
Preface:
Ever since I was young sound and music always fascinated me. It was always a crucial part of my life and has kept me sane throughout the years. My older brother Dominic inspired me play drums when I was 11 and I was in his death-metal band by the time I was 12. Music was the first thing I was good at because of that I take pride in my craft. In 2010 my brother took his own life; leaving myself, an angsty 14 year old, destroyed. After some self-reflection and shifting my perception of the world I turned to music for therapy. Finding solace and inspiration within electronic music particularly ambient and instrumental styles, I began learning several instruments and how to record myself and never looked back.Since then I have developeding 30 separate projects and alias' with different genres, signatures, and styles. Not all projects are released and some will remain unreleased for a long time.
Each musical alias is personified as a character that reflects the music within this vast realm that is the "Forest Kids Universe." Each album, EP, and song all have significant meaning to the characters development, the universes landscape, and plot for the entire story.
Example: Crossing Bridges' ambient sleep record "Dromida" is a small grouping of artificial planets with life on half of them. He created them as an homage to Violet A. Foster (Crossing Bridges Wife) who transcended and became 'Imisu' (Goddess of sleep & nostalgia).
Forest Kids Collective is a multifaceted musical universe conceived by Philadelphia-based producer, Paul G. Marchesani. This expansive project encompasses over 30 unique musical aliases, each personified as distinct characters, contributing to a rich tapestry of interconnected sounds and narratives.
For more than a decade, Paul has been meticulously crafting this universe, producing an extensive discography that spans genres from ambient and experimental to indie and electronica. With over 1,700 original compositions, 13 short films, and numerous playlists, Forest Kids Collective stands as a testament to his boundless creativity and dedication to immersive storytelling.
Beyond his work with the collective, Paul has contributed to the Philadelphia music scene through various roles, including live sound engineering and radio production. His diverse experiences enrich the depth and authenticity of the Forest Kids Collective, making it a unique and engaging experience for all who venture into its world.
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Contact
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All projects are treated with enthusiasm, individuality, and professionalism.
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If you are interested in helping out or just want to talk about the FOREST KIDS UNIVERSE please contact me. As of right now I am still storyboarding and in character development, in addition to writing new music constantly. If you think you can help in anyway don't hesitate to contact me, lets get some dialogue going!