Album: The World Under Unsun by Lunatic Soul (2025)
Genre: ambient | Style: progressive rock
Record Label: Inside Out Music
Format: Digital Media

Artist Background: Mariusz Duda is a Polish vocalist and bassist best known for his position in the band Riverside. He is also a former member of Xanadu and did guest vocals for Indukti's album S.U.S.A.R. He released his debut solo album under the moniker Lunatic Soul on the Kscope label in October 2008. Mariusz released his second album under the name of Lunatic Soul in October 2010. Both albums are known for the absence of an electric guitar. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Riverside, The Pineapple Thief, Gazpacho, Mariusz Duda

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: ambient, progressive rock, 2020s, Digital Media, Inside Out Music


Album: Impressions by Lunatic Soul (2011)
Genre: Progressive Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: Mariusz Duda is a Polish vocalist and bassist best known for his position in the band Riverside. He is also a former member of Xanadu and did guest vocals for Indukti's album S.U.S.A.R. He released his debut solo album under the moniker Lunatic Soul on the Kscope label in October 2008. Mariusz released his second album under the name of Lunatic Soul in October 2010. Both albums are known for the absence of an electric guitar. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Riverside, The Pineapple Thief, Gazpacho, Mariusz Duda

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Progressive Rock, Rock/Pop, 2010s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


"Walking on a Flashlight Beam" by Lunatic Soul envelops listeners in a moody, atmospheric rock landscape, characterized by its intricate production and layered textures. The album's sound is marked by a blend of ethereal synths and acoustic elements, creating a haunting yet immersive experience. Tracks like "Shutting Out the Sun" and "Cold" showcase a deliberate pacing, with a focus on building tension through ambient soundscapes and subtle rhythmic shifts. The instrumentation is rich and varied, with a mix of electronic and organic sounds that provide a sense of depth and introspection. The album's distinctive quality lies in its ability to evoke a contemplative mood, drawing the listener into its introspective and expansive sonic world.

Album: Walking on a Flashlight Beam by Lunatic Soul (2014)
Format: Album

Artist Background: Mariusz Duda is a Polish vocalist and bassist best known for his position in the band Riverside. He is also a former member of Xanadu and did guest vocals for Indukti's album S.U.S.A.R. He released his debut solo album under the moniker Lunatic Soul on the Kscope label in October 2008. Mariusz released his second album under the name of Lunatic Soul in October 2010. Both albums are known for the absence of an electric guitar. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Riverside, The Pineapple Thief, Gazpacho, Mariusz Duda

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: 2010s, Album


"Lunatic Soul II" by Lunatic Soul envelops listeners in a richly textured sonic landscape, characteristic of progressive rock's expansive nature. The album's production is meticulous, with a clear emphasis on atmospheric depth, allowing each track to breathe and evolve organically. The instrumentation is diverse, blending traditional rock elements with ambient and electronic textures, creating a soundscape that is both ethereal and grounded. Tracks like "Suspended in Whiteness" and "Asoulum" showcase a dynamic range of tempos, from contemplative and slow-building to more urgent and rhythmic. The energy throughout is introspective, inviting listeners to explore the nuanced layers and transitions. The album stands out for its ability to balance complexity with accessibility, offering a journey through sound that is both immersive and thought-provoking.

Album: Lunatic Soul II by Lunatic Soul (2010)
Genre: Progressive Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: Mariusz Duda is a Polish vocalist and bassist best known for his position in the band Riverside. He is also a former member of Xanadu and did guest vocals for Indukti's album S.U.S.A.R. He released his debut solo album under the moniker Lunatic Soul on the Kscope label in October 2008. Mariusz released his second album under the name of Lunatic Soul in October 2010. Both albums are known for the absence of an electric guitar. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Riverside, The Pineapple Thief, Gazpacho, Mariusz Duda

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Progressive Rock, Rock/Pop, 2010s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


"Lunatic Soul" by Lunatic Soul (2008) presents a meditative journey through the realms of progressive rock, characterized by its atmospheric and introspective soundscapes. The production is lush yet restrained, allowing each element to breathe within the mix. The instrumentation leans heavily on acoustic textures, with gentle guitar strums and ethereal synths creating a serene backdrop. Percussion is subtle, often serving to enhance the ambient quality rather than drive the tempo. Tracks like "Summerland" and "Adrift" evoke a sense of floating through space, with layered vocals adding depth and emotion. The album's distinctive quality lies in its ability to balance darkness and light, offering a reflective experience that invites introspection and contemplation.

Album: Lunatic Soul by Lunatic Soul (2008)
Genre: Progressive Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: Mariusz Duda is a Polish vocalist and bassist best known for his position in the band Riverside. He is also a former member of Xanadu and did guest vocals for Indukti's album S.U.S.A.R. He released his debut solo album under the moniker Lunatic Soul on the Kscope label in October 2008. Mariusz released his second album under the name of Lunatic Soul in October 2010. Both albums are known for the absence of an electric guitar. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Riverside, The Pineapple Thief, Gazpacho, Mariusz Duda

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Progressive Rock, Rock/Pop, 2000s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


Album: The World Under Unsun by Lunatic Soul (2025)
Genre: ambient | Style: progressive rock
Record Label: Sony Music
Format: 12" Vinyl

Description: limited edition

Artist Background: Mariusz Duda is a Polish vocalist and bassist best known for his position in the band Riverside. He is also a former member of Xanadu and did guest vocals for Indukti's album S.U.S.A.R. He released his debut solo album under the moniker Lunatic Soul on the Kscope label in October 2008. Mariusz released his second album under the name of Lunatic Soul in October 2010. Both albums are known for the absence of an electric guitar. Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Riverside, The Pineapple Thief, Gazpacho, Mariusz Duda

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Progressive Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: ambient, progressive rock, 2020s, 12" Vinyl, Sony Music


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