Chris Franke

The first time I said "wow". Afterwards, you think it is not so great. Sounds like a demo album like saying "look what I am able to do if you ask me for film music".

If only Franke wrote that kind of music for films. Mostly he wrote more or less orchestral/symphonic music for films, with only snippets of electronic stuff.

For those who do have an interest in Franke's library music, I'm told that another one of his Reality series is scheduled for release on iTunes in December. It was also mentioned that a second 'Dark Ambient' collection could be on the cards at a later date.

I get the feeling that he has retired and is just doing occasional commissioned jobs (like retired people often do). This and the photography - it all seems to carry a leisurely feel rather than a mission to make a living. And if he's got just enough put by to keep him comfortable then I don't blame him.

When I retire I will barely use my graphic design packages and will paint with oils, because despite making a good living as a graphic designer it is the canvas work which gives me the most pleasure now . . . but perhaps I will do the odd freelance design job (and do it well) to help pay for something.