From the co-creator of ENIGMA !

Highly acclaimed co-producer and guitarist of the multi-platinum group Enigma, Jens Gad brings you a spellbinding downtempo musical odyssey into the ancient mythology of his Scandinavian homeland. He is joined by the entrancing classical vocals of Helene Horlyck, to co-create a sophisticated and hypnotic chill-out journey through "The Nine Worlds" of archaic legend. At once stirring and calming, entertaining yet relaxing, Achillea achieves a vibrantly new and hauntingly beautiful musical vision that artfully blends evocative ambient New Age atmospheres with European dance club electronica. Achillea elegantly weaves the mystery of ancient myth - a world of seers, elves, and rune masters, into a lush, richly layered sonic landscape with velvety melodies of delicately bluesy guitar playing, slow sensuous grooves and silky smooth vocals sung in Latin and ancient Swedish. Both intimate and cinematic, this uniquely transcendent masterpiece is full of deep beauty and mysterious wonder that will nourish your soul.

"Achillea is the new project for producer/guitarist Jens Gad, co-producer, co-writer and one of the central creative forces behind popular group Enigma (alongside Michael Cretu). For his first solo project, Gad presents an atmospheric album of tunes themed after Danish myth. Enigma fans should definitely take note, as there are many common denominators between both groups: the same laid-back "Enigma-style" beats, Gregorian chant, whispery vocals and Gad's signature electric guitar. Achillea differs by offering an album steeped in dreamy ambience. This album slower paced and more ethereal, making it better suited for the mind than the dance floor. Adding to the appeal is the wispy, sensual vocals of singer Helene Horlyck, who sings on many of the tracks. Serene, slightly trippy and sure to bring on a bout of Enigma nostalgia, this is a must for worldbeat/chill music fans." – Music Design In Review

Welcome back to the exclusive resort where your soul can unwind and you can replenish body, mind and spirit. Come on in, take up residence and chill-out to a sensuous new set of global grooves with the perfect blend of entrancing rhythms, mystical vocals and an exotic array of ethnic instruments from the world’s best sonic mixologists. Create a hip atmosphere with this luscious non-stop mix of the freshest sounds around, carefully handpicked by our award-winning DJs, the Gordon Brothers (Buddha-Lounge, Café de Luna). Featured global lounge mystics include: Achillea, Marcator, Jens Gad, Peter Mergener The Moontrane Conductors, Hands Upon Black Earth, Steve Gordon, Win Meyerson, Opera-to-Relax and Jaya Lakshmi. Kick back and settle in for a magical ride where ancient cultures and modern beats combine into an enticing musical brew. Ideal for yoga and the perfect background for entertaining or just relaxing at home.

Dubbed the "Intimate Side of Buddha Lounge," Sequoia Groove’s "Hotel Tara" series echoes the latter’s proclivity for high quality global grooves, only with the mellowness factor increased tenfold. David & Steve Gordon, resident mixmasters on this ambient excursion, cherry-picked a simply luscious collection down-tempo gems for your lounging pleasure, chilled to the point of transcendent bliss. The opening track, "Navajo" from Jens Gad is a prime example of what you can expect across the board – sensual rhythms, a sea of fluid synthesizers and sublime melodies that bubble up here and there with the effervescence of club soda. Achillea’s "Shears from Scar" evokes a sunrise over the beaches of Ibiza and Win Meyerson’s "Samsara" finds a balance between corner jazz club chic and Asian mysticism. Great addition to the series! " - Music Design in Review