From Seattle's vibrant creative scene emerges Ariel Storm, the compelling musical entity forged by the multi-instrumental artistry of married duo Kai Ariel and Aria Storm. Operating from their Abracadabra Studio and their own Carefree & Bohemian Records, they have gifted the world with albums like "Ariel Storm" (2006) and "Spellbreaker" (2016). Their artistic journey began in San Francisco, united by a mutual fascination with music, visual art, metaphysical realms, and the art of healing.
Kai Ariel stands out as a master percussionist and a gifted multi-instrumentalist, their creative roots deeply embedded in poetry and immersive multimedia performances. Their profound rhythmic sensibility and ear for harmony have made their vocal arrangements a sought-after element in numerous recording endeavors.
Aria Storm's diverse talents encompass production, composition, songwriting, and a mastery of multiple instruments. Her academic foundation in Music Composition and Theory from UCLA, alongside her exploration of visual art, shapes her distinctive production style: a rich tapestry of layered keyboards that often feels both ambient and futuristic. Her mesmerizing tribal and trance-inducing vocals are a direct result of her extensive experience as a professional dance musician and her studies in metaphysics. Additionally, Aria is an accomplished modern abstract acrylic painter.
The story of Ariel Storm continues to unfold as they delve into new musical landscapes, currently engaged in writing and recording new material that promises to highlight their singular artistic perspective.