KURIOS-CABINET OF CURIOSITIES Launches Official Album in San Francisco

Last night marked the official album launch event for KURIOS-Cabinet of Curiosities, the soundtrack to Cirque du Soleil's latest Big Top show, currently playing in San Francisco through January 18, 2015. This soundtrack represents a thrilling new sound for the company. In line with the show's theme of time travel, the music of KURIOS-Cabinet Of Curiosities (composed by Raphael Beau with Bob & Bill) compels you to imagine musicians from jazz's peak era performing alongside contemporary DJs. The blending of vintage and modern styles in the music (a theme that extends to all facets of the show) serves to present jazz and swing in a way that has universal appeal. The intriguing songs complement the show's mission, which is to blur the lines of fantasy and reality, immersing the viewer in a mysterious and fascinating realm that disorients the senses and challenges perceptions.

Stream the KURIOS-Cabinet of Curiosities Soundtrack on last.fm

One key to the successful fusion of sounds on the KURIOS-Cabinet Of Curiosities album is the unique chemistry between co-producers Rob Heaney and Alain Vinet. Each co-producer brings a different sound to the table; Vinet comes from the electronic/DJ world, while Heaney comes from a more organic musical environment. Together, they were able to seamlessly blend two different eras of sound into one.

In keeping with the theme of juxtaposing modern and vintage eras, a limited-edition vinyl version of KURIOS-Cabinet Of Curiosities will be released, featuring completely original artwork. This special vinyl version will be made available exclusively at performances of KURIOS-Cabinet Of Curiosities.

Several members of the KURIOS band participated in tutorials that spotlight their stellar musicianship in addition to giving fans a taste of some of the selections they perform in the show. Please share and post these videos.

"The accordion player, Lidia, is truly a rock star and has revived my faith in the magic of the squeezebox. She's insanely talented!" - Rob Heaney, KURIOS-Cabinet of Curiosities co-producer

The "11:11 Clown Voodoo Band" (the KURIOS band) gave us unbelievable performances and showcased a high level of professionalism and exemplary perseverance. Without them, this result would not have existed."-Alain Vinet, KURIOS-Cabinet Of Curiosities co-producer