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Euphoria
OriginToronto, Ontario, Canada
GenresAmericana, electronic, blues, rock, dance
Years active1993 (1993)–present
LabelsSix Degrees, Rounder Records, EMI Music Publishing, The Orchard, Sony Music Entertainment
Websitewww.euphoria.to

Euphoria is a Canadian musical project formed in 1993 by guitarist and composer Ken Ramm. Blending elements of Americana, electronic music, blues, and rock, the band is known for its distinctive fusion of organic instrumentation and electronic production, often featuring slide guitar over atmospheric soundscapes.

Euphoria gained prominence with its debut album, Euphoria (1999), which featured collaborations with artists such as Geddy Lee of Rush and Anne Dudley of Art of Noise.

Euphoria's music has been featured in television series, including CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,[1] Malcolm in the Middle,[2] and Roswell.[3] Ventures in the advertising world include Apple Computer and Nissan.

Euphoria guitarist, Ken Ramm, is the holder of the USPTO and Canadian trademarks in the name, Euphoria, for a musical group.

History

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Euphoria's self-titled debut album, Euphoria (1999), featured guest appearances from musicians including Geddy Lee (Rush), Roy Babbington (Soft Machine), Anne Dudley (Art of Noise), and Juliet Roberts.[4][5] The track "Delirium" charted on North American radio[6] and was featured in the radio series The Ongoing History of New Music.[7]

The second album, Beautiful My Child (2001), was released by Six Degrees Records and featured contributions from Kad Achouri, Ken Whiteley, Mont Campbell, B. J. Cole, and Gayle Day.[8] The album received positive critical reviews.[9]

In 2006, Euphoria released Precious Time, featuring vocal performances from Tracy Bonham and Tina Dico, along with contributions from Howard Levy and Pete Lockett.[10] The opening track, "Back Against The Wall", was featured in the NPR Jazz article, Dragging The Blues Into The 21st Century, by Nick Morrison.

In 2007, EMI Music Publishing internally released Sinners and Saints, followed by The Blue Remixes.[11]

In 2013, Euphoria released E4 in both instrumental and vocal versions through AWAL.[12] In 2022, the band released Deep Calls Out Remixes via The Orchard and Sony Music Entertainment. The EP featured contributions from Patrick Gleeson, Steve Addabbo, and Rich Mercurio, with artwork by Christine Alicino.

Discography

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Studio Albums

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Euphoria (1999)

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  1. "Delirium" – 5:01
  2. "(Is This) Heaven?" – 4:04
  3. "Sleep" – 4:20
  4. "Wait For You" – 4:59
  5. "Notting Hill Gate" – 2:04
  6. "Lost On A River" – 5:00
  7. "The Dreamer" – 5:47
  8. "Watching The Skies" – 5:15
  9. "Elevator To My Soul" – 3:54
  10. "The Road" – 6:20

Beautiful My Child (2001)

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  1. "Sweet Rain" – 3:22
  2. "Little Gem" – 4:30
  3. "In The Pink" – 3:18
  4. "Runaway Monday" – 3:25
  5. "Beautiful My Child" – 3:31
  6. "Desert Drive" – 5:08
  7. "By The Sea" – 4:12
  8. "Cactus" – 2:20
  9. "Devil May Care" – 4:03
  10. "Outside" – 2:43
  11. "1001 Dreams" – 4:24
  12. "Silky Delta" – 2:39

Precious Time (2006)

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  1. "Back Against the Wall" – 5:19
  2. "Blue" – 3:34
  3. "Cowboys" – 5:33
  4. "Sinners and Saints" – 3:46
  5. "The Glendale Train" – 2:29
  6. "Fire in the Hole" – 3:18
  7. "Precious Time" – 4:43
  8. "The Getaway" – 5:07
  9. "Anyone Can Lose" – 4:41
  10. "Forever Dust" – 4:23
  11. "Kolkata" – 3:17
  12. "Vapor" – 10:26

Extended Plays and Remixes

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Euphoria Remix EP (2016)

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  1. "Sinners and Saints (Still Life Remix)" – feat. Tina Dico – 4:07
  2. "Sinners and Saints (Tunabeats Tasty Remix)" – feat. Tina Dico – 4:58
  3. "Blue (Blue Bombay Mix)" – feat. Tina Dico – 4:13

Deep Calls Out Remixes (2022)

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  1. "Deep Calls Out (Album Mix)" – 4:23
  2. "Deep Calls Out (Smooth Mix)" – 4:16
  3. "Deep Calls Out (Café Ale Remix)" – 4:17
  4. "Deep Calls Out (Acoustic Mix)" – 4:27
  5. "Deep Calls Out (Dub Mix)" – 4:27
  6. "Deep Calls Out (Ambient Mix)" – 4:11

References

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  1. ^ "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (TV Series) Up in Smoke (2006) Soundtracks". IMDb. Retrieved 2021-10-17.
  2. ^ "Malcolm in the Middle Season 1 Episode 8 - Krelboyne Picnic". Whatsong. Retrieved 2021-10-17.
  3. ^ "Roswell". Episode World. Archived from the original on June 1, 2009. Retrieved 2021-10-17.
  4. ^ "The music world is evidently feeling euphoric these days". Deseret News. June 25, 1999.
  5. ^ "Euphoria - Euphoria". AllMusic. Review by Rick Anderson.
  6. ^ Euphoria (1) (Ft. Ken Ramm) – Deep Calls Out (Album Mix), retrieved 2025-02-18
  7. ^ Cross, Alan (1998-09-27), The Ongoing History of New Music, retrieved 2025-02-18
  8. ^ "Euphoria – Beautiful My Child". Discogs. Retrieved 2021-10-17.
  9. ^ Roy, Marc (May 2001). "Euphoria - Beautiful My Child". Exclaim!. Retrieved 2021-10-17.
  10. ^ "Euphoria - Precious Time". AllMusic. Review by Jo-Ann Greene.
  11. ^ Euphoria - Sinners And Saints, 2007, retrieved 2025-01-31
  12. ^ "Euphoria Discography". Euphoria Official Discography. 1 Feb 2025. Retrieved 1 Feb 2025.
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