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Press release:
Baltimore, Maryland – August 8, 2017 – Performer and videogame soundtrack vocalist Jillian Aversa is thrilled to present an exciting collaboration featuring the iconic title theme from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time performed jointly with YouTube sensation Erutan (Kate Covington). This ethereal rendition of the beloved theme, titled “Chrysalis,” is arranged by Jillian and her husband, Andrew “zircon” Aversa, and includes her otherworldly lyrics and vocal work alongside Erutan’s ocarina, harp, and glockenspiel performances. The music video includes a dreamy forest setting, elaborate costumes, and a story of transformation.

The song is also available for purchase from OverClocked Records:
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time “Chrysalis” on OverClocked Records

“After taking a more literal approach with the characters in my second Zelda music video last year, I wanted to return to a freer interpretation for this one,” comments Jillian. “When I think of the Zelda games, I don’t just picture Link and Zelda, but the whole world of Hyrule — with all its magic and charm. What does this world look like from the perspective of the critters that inhabit it? That is the question that inspired our video concept. Kate and I each play three different animal characters, all coming together to witness the metamorphosis of a moth.”

“The location was a gorgeous pocket of Maryland forest untouched by the houses built around it,” Erutan notes. “My biggest challenge was walking through the brush in a long dress, attempting to look like a graceful forest animal while trying not to trip over the thorny vines, fallen logs, and other forest floor goodies. Jillian was much better at this than me,” she laughs. “We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly!”

Jillian also praises the talented video director: “Landon Donoho has an uncanny ability to turn dreams into dreamy reality. I feel incredibly lucky every time I get to work with him.”

Jillian and Erutan’s The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time “Title Theme” tribute has been posted to Jillian’s YouTube channel, where music videos paying homage to Final Fantasy VI, NieR, Destiny, Metal Gear Solid 3 and Game of Thrones can also be found:

Jillian Aversa’s YouTube Page

About Jillian Aversa
Jillian Aversa is an award-winning vocalist, songwriter, and performer whose shimmering voice has appeared in blockbuster video game franchises HALO, GOD OF WAR, CIVILIZATION, KILLER INSTINCT, KATAMARI DAMACY, SOULCALIBUR, and more. As a vocal soloist with the international concert series VIDEO GAMES LIVE, she has performed in 14 countries across five continents. Her original new age/world music has garnered no less attention, with solo albums Atlantis Awakening, Origins, and Through Sand and Snow landing international radio airplay and multiple awards. Jillian is a graduate of Peabody Conservatory of Music with an extensive background in theater and vocal performance.

Learn more about Jillian Aversa: http://www.jillianaversa.com/

About Erutan
Erutan (Kate Covington) is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who has made a name for herself performing covers from videogames and film on YouTube. Trained as a violinist from a young age, she expanded her repertoire to dozens of world instruments as a member of the Celtic music group Donnybrook Sonus. She has released three original solo albums to date, and continues to contribute a unique vision of the natural world through her music.

Learn more about Erutan: http://www.erutanmusic.com

About OverClocked Records
OverClocked Records was created in 2014 with the goal of promoting and distributing exceptional, licensed game music arrangements and original soundtracks from the game music community. Founded as a sister site to OverClocked ReMix by David “djpretzel” Lloyd, Andrew “zircon” Aversa, and Larry “Liontamer” Oji, OC Records provides a platform to achieve the same goals as OC ReMix – honoring & promoting video game music – in a commercial context.

Learn more about OverClocked Records: http://overclockedrecords.com