Murray Grant, a Canadian Contemporary Instrumental/New Age-World artist, has self-produced an album titled first… listen. This album is a collection of his own instrumental compositions that uniquely combine acoustic ethnic instruments from around the world with contemporary Western instruments.

"The title first… listen suggests that this album is meant to be experienced with fresh ears, inviting the listener to embark on a new musical journey.
[It] is a musical and spiritual message to the world. The new age and world elements that make up this music with old and new instruments and today’s technology form a masterful recording that is unforgettable for this listener. It held meaning and brought so much joy as I listened. Highly recommended for those that enjoy world and new age music combined." - Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck - NAMR Reviews Founder

“first…. listen” is an invitation from the artist to listen with refreshed ears and an open mind. Set aside your expectations and be engulfed by a new musical sensation. [Grant] expertly combines contemporary Western instrumentation with ethnic instruments from across the globe to create a unique warming masterpiece . All the eleven tracks are beautiful, blending Asian, Indian, Chinese and Western cultural sounds to create a unique set of tracks which fit perfectly together.
I highly recommend this album to you. In an age of disposable, “skip between the tracks” culture, “first…. listen” is a breath of fresh air. Sit down in your favourite chair, switch off the phone and listen to this album from start to finish. 10/10" - Fonz Tramontano - Clouzine Contemporary Music Magazine January 2025

“Your music transports the listener, from song to song, but even within each song the listener goes on a journey, listening to where the music intersects, builds, grows and recedes.” - Roberta Landreth, Album Artwork Designer