Beginning his career as a solo violin-looping artist under the name “Final Fantasy,” Owen Pallett is a one man master of strings. Pallett chose his original stage name as an homage to his favorite video game, and the parallels between his music and beloved game are easy to draw, while the sounds he creates are just as easy to connect with. He has composed orchestral arrangements for songs by several big names in music, such as bands like Grizzly Bear, Arcade Fire, and Beirut, and has also composed scores for cinematic works. His newest album, Heartland, is more story than song: a poignant, orchestral ride that elicits a reaction from listeners that is both engrossing and emotional.
