Bio

The project was formed during 2004 from 2 individuals with the sole intention to create a side music project into the field of electronics. This innovation was called Division Alpha. After some attempts and compositions, both individuals parted ways and Division Alpha was put to rest.   After a long break, Jo, the only remained member decided to elaborate and enhance the first compositions.  At that time, Jo showed an intense maturity in song writing, and this was reflected on the 1st promo called In Sensations Adorned (previously released under the Ethereal J monicker). Shortly after, the name was changed to MJ.5, where some fellows usually interpret it as Majestic 5.  Some promos were sent to radios and labels. Results were somehow fruitless due to the unusual compositions of the same tracks. Afterwards, a US based net label (Obscured Records) decided to host the project for future works and collaboration.  Again the results were scarce especially because MJ.5 decided to leave the label after several months due to lack of professionalism.    Meanwhile, a local gig was done, featuring locally known performers (e.g. DJ Gotama, Fish, Wailin on Didgeridoos, etc.). Comments were quite positive, and MJ.5 was described as a fresh amalgamation of ideas, styles and conceptions. Moreover the artist behind was praised for his vast knowledge of musical styles for instance ethnic music, classical, folk, Shamanism, tribal and so forth. It was noted that MJ.5 is quite linked with the ambient scene, and this was strongly reflected in the psychedelic ambience emitted from the same mind, together with the long monotonous synth passages.   Currently MJ.5 is not fully active since the person behind is also involved into other projects for example Sky Of Yuggoth (www.myspace.com/skyofyuggoth). However, the plans for the forthcoming works are definitely aimed to have a blend of EBM and Alternative Industrial…   The concept of MJ.5 stands only for fine ears, and for those who like both dark and celestial tunes.