TzariZM: [DAY] Dream EP (via The Wonderful World of Carminelitta) [2011]

If you read the [Wonderful World of Carminelitta] regularly, you may remember a time when I said I had quite a few overdue posts to share with you and that I would do so as soon as possible. Well… that obviously didn’t happen, but I am finally catching up, at least with one of them. TzariZM’s [DAY] Dream EP came out in November 2011, but you all know that there is no such thing as a late pass when it comes to music. So, for those of you who missed it or those who want to rediscover it, let me tell you about this great project.

I first heard of TzariZM through various projects by fellow Orlando (aka Ozone) residents, including Sean J or IMAKEMADBEATS. Part of Doxside Music Group, the MC and producer regularly collaborates with members of his extended musical family and it was quite interesting for me to discover him on a solo project. As the title and (beautfiul) artwork suggest, this EP is a journey into the artist’s mind and an exploration of his [DAY] Dream(s). I have a thing for short, concept EPs and that’s exactly what TzariZM offers the listeners. Alternating different moods and atmospheres, as well as solo track and collaborations, the MC/producer makes us travel through time (Wonda Years) and music. The EP and how it follows the evolution of a day actually reminds me of fellow producer and half of his group Strangaz Productions, IMAKEMADBEATS with his Daylight/Nightlight EP.

Much more personal than most of his tracks I had heard before, the project is a most welcome dose of honesty and openness, mixed with quality productions and lyrical skills. The different collaborations (with Grey Matter’s Illustrate, Wordsworth and Mylodic) only enhance the EP without spoiling its uniqueness. Listening to [DAY] Dream now, I actually realise it really sounds like the soundtrack to a dream (or nightmare, depending of the tracks), as TzariZM created a very interesting musical pattern that has a cinematic element. The music also encourages you to open your mind and use your imagination, especially with the mesmerising Lose Myself (At Night), which is one of my favorites. On a different note, Proceed To Fly is a highly positive, feel-good track that instills a great dose of motivation in the listeners while putting a smile on their face. Mylodic’s angelic voice only emphasises the beauty of the music and lyrics, making it another one of my favourites. An eclectic and inspiring project, the [DAY] Dream EP is a gem I shouldn’t have ignored for so long, as it really is a very pleasant project to listen to.

Now, in case you slept for too long as I did, you can listen to and purchase the [DAY] Dream EP on Doxside Music Group’s Bandcamp page, or simply by clicking on the link below. Support is appreciated and encouraged!