MIDNIGHT RAINBOWS
 
1.Near That Place 10:53
2.Viscosity 9:37
3.Coyaba 7:36
4.Resonant Imaging 7:26
5.Lodestone 7:00
6.Windswept Vista 9:42
7.Tending The Flame 8:16
8.Midnight Rainbows 6:49
 
Total Time 67:16
 
Instruments used were various
synthesizers, samplers, and
earthscapes
 
Released 2001
 
A deep, floating, ambient CD, MIDNIGHT RAINBOWS is a soundscape of contemplation.
The sounds are electronic, yet otherworldly reflections of the primal air. Buzzing drones,
futuristic waves, buried heartbeats, the variety is wonderous. Its sound places me into the
deep atmospheres of my mind. Highly recommended! 
 
In reviewing Robert Carty's vast discography, it was very easy-and appropriate-to compare his
music to that of his contemporaries. Those comparisons served to define the individual CD's and
to help Robert reach his target audience. Last year it became quite apparent that such comparisons
were no longer appropriate and that Rober had developed a style that is quite unique and his alone.
MIDNIGHT RAINBOWS does much to reinforce that development. This gentle and airy
minimalism highlights Robert's growth and maturity as an artiste. At the height of his proclivity,
Robert released as many as ten new CD's in a single year (1999). They are all very good some are
excellent. Last year (2000), he released two CD's. It is now September and he has just released his
first CD of 2001. And, like the two from last year, it is a classic!
Robert has long worked in the minimalist zones. His unique ability has been to work those zones
without going over the edge into dark ambience. The introspective soundscapes beget relaxation
and a visitation of the lighter sides of the psyche. Robert also conveys his enjoyment. He loves to
perform his music and to share it with his listeners. He also loves to hear from his fans. His responses
are always humble and gracious. This CD is a classic and a frontrunner for the 2001's top ten.
Grab this and several other Robert Carty titles. It will be a worthy investment!
--Jim Brenholts, Music reviewer and author of "Tracks Across The Universe" 
 
Floating into the ether, Midnight Rainbows is the stuff sweet dreams are made of. Shimmering clear
tones drift into the crisp night air. This is heady, aromatic space music. Once  incredibly prolific, putting
out several albums a year, Carty has slowed the pace just a bit, and the result is one of his finest
outings to date. Not that quality has been a problem in his surprisingly even yet extensive back
catalog. It's just that this seems to take things a notch higher into the stratosphere. The floating
synthesizers go perfectly with the beautiful soft colors on the CD cover, also created by the
multitalented artist. Carty's formula is straightforward, creating music that is simple yet elegant,
unassuming yet luxurious. "Near That Place" is feather-light, and so soothing that you'll never
want it to end. "Viscosity" has similar softness, but some richer deeper tones as well. The music
seems to swirl around you in rapid, ever-increasing circles as the intensity builds, threatening to sweep
you away. "Coyaba" begins with beautiful flutes. For the first time, a little bit of percussion emerges,
but it is sprinkled gently into the mix. "Resonant Imaging" blends deep drones with light, tinkling
electronics. "Windswept Vista" is the most organic piece, with lots of water sounds, rainstick, and
low rumblings, just one of the many high points. Midnight Rainbows is a most pleasant musical
excursion.
--Phil Derby, Music Reviewer