'Yumaflex' is the title of the latest collaboration between acclaimed Austrian drummer Thomas "The Druminator" Lang and gifted Austrian guitarist annex composer Conrad Schrenk. The release is available now.
Featuring eleven original tracks of progressive instrumental music that run the gamut from heavy to delicate, 'Yumaflex' offers up an eclectic blend of styles ranging from Eastern-tinged melodies to heavy rock and bluesy tracks, all featuring lush production and performed by virtuoso artists.
According to the press release, the songs are full of complex rhythms and melodic phrases, yet beautiful and catchy in their composition.
Thomas and Conrad shared writing responsibilities for 'Yumaflex' and the songs reflect both their eclectic musical tastes and identities.
About Thomas Lang and Conrad Schrenk Thomas Lang is an international drumming superstar known for his ferocious, albeit technically pristine playing style and Conrad Schrenk is hailed as one of Europe's most accomplished guitarists with his styles ranging from pop to Steve Vai and Frank Zappa.
Both musicians share a long friendship and musical history of creative collaboration. Both were educated at the prestigious Conservatory of Vienna, Austria.
In the mid-'80s they began playing together in jazz clubs and live music venues in Vienna, paying their dues by touring the world with various instrumental music projects including Save The Robots, Itslyf, and The Conrad Schrenk Extravaganza.
They garnered international reputations as cutting-edge performers and ultra-skilled musicians.
In the '90s they toured as sidemen for various famous Austrian artists including Papermoon, The Hallucination Company and Falco.
Thomas Lang and Conrad Schrenk's debut collaboration was 1993's album 'Save the Robots', followed by 'CSX' in 1999
