Author Archives: postrockcafe

Holmes + atten Ash ~ Saturnian

Saturn has 83 moons while we only have one.  This seems horribly unfair, and I intend to bring it up with the Bureau of Moon Distribution.  Then again, we also have humans and they don’t, so that’s a toss-up.  It

Holmes + atten Ash ~ Saturnian

Saturn has 83 moons while we only have one.  This seems horribly unfair, and I intend to bring it up with the Bureau of Moon Distribution.  Then again, we also have humans and they don’t, so that’s a toss-up.  It

Staad ~ Staad

The key to Staad (Silent) is its authenticity.  The artist (also known as Staad) has spent the last couple years researching the history of the alpine areas, inspired by a family connection and a desire to dig deep.  This project combines archival

Staad ~ Staad

The key to Staad (Silent) is its authenticity.  The artist (also known as Staad) has spent the last couple years researching the history of the alpine areas, inspired by a family connection and a desire to dig deep.  This project combines archival

Institute of Landscape and Urban Studies ~ Melting Landscapes / Dammed Landscapes / Buried Landscapes (Bodies of Water Trilogy)

A famous saying goes, “One waits forever for a taxi, then two arrive at once.”  Melting Landscapes was released in 2018, and in 2022 Dammed Landscapes and Buried Landscapes have followed only a month apart.  For those who waited to make a purchase,

Institute of Landscape and Urban Studies ~ Melting Landscapes / Dammed Landscapes / Buried Landscapes (Bodies of Water Trilogy)

A famous saying goes, “One waits forever for a taxi, then two arrive at once.”  Melting Landscapes was released in 2018, and in 2022 Dammed Landscapes and Buried Landscapes have followed only a month apart.  For those who waited to make a purchase,

Rival Consoles ~ Now Is

Less than a year after Rival Consoles’ last release comes his newest album Now Is, which marks the artist’s third LP since 2020. The prior two (Articulation and Overflow) were released at pandemic peaks, but one might be surprised to

Rival Consoles ~ Now Is

Less than a year after Rival Consoles’ last release comes his newest album Now Is, which marks the artist’s third LP since 2020. The prior two (Articulation and Overflow) were released at pandemic peaks, but one might be surprised to

Giulio Aldinucci ~ Real

What is real?  The question has intrigued philosophers throughout the ages and is a prime inspiration for sci-fi, fantasy and comic book creators.  Every new era brings a new twist on the question, the latest cluster including digital media, bots and

Giulio Aldinucci ~ Real

What is real?  The question has intrigued philosophers throughout the ages and is a prime inspiration for sci-fi, fantasy and comic book creators.  Every new era brings a new twist on the question, the latest cluster including digital media, bots and

Alex Velasco ~ Imbued

Alex Velasco is a true child of the world.  The Czech-Phillipine artist was born in Melbourne, moved to Berlin, and financed her first album by packing boxes at Amazon.  Imbued is like one of these boxes, filled with curiosity, wonder, and a

Alex Velasco ~ Imbued

Alex Velasco is a true child of the world.  The Czech-Phillipine artist was born in Melbourne, moved to Berlin, and financed her first album by packing boxes at Amazon.  Imbued is like one of these boxes, filled with curiosity, wonder, and a

Mia Zabelka | Henrik Meierkord | IcosTech ~ Aftershock Vol. 2

While Aftershock Vol. 2 is a sequel in name, the sonic terrain is dramatically different from that traveled on last year’s Vol. 1.  The difference is that cellist Henrik Meierkord now joins Mia Zabelka and IcosTech, and their shared journey peels off in a different direction.

Mia Zabelka | Henrik Meierkord | IcosTech ~ Aftershock Vol. 2

While Aftershock Vol. 2 is a sequel in name, the sonic terrain is dramatically different from that traveled on last year’s Vol. 1.  The difference is that cellist Henrik Meierkord now joins Mia Zabelka and IcosTech, and their shared journey peels off in a different direction.

Brian Harnetty ~ Words and Silences

Words and Silences is released in dual vocal and instrumental versions, befitting its title.  Winesap Records is also offering a fine 48-page chapbook, which we recommend to gain that precious tactile experience.  While Thomas Merton ~ the subject of this album ~

Brian Harnetty ~ Words and Silences

Words and Silences is released in dual vocal and instrumental versions, befitting its title.  Winesap Records is also offering a fine 48-page chapbook, which we recommend to gain that precious tactile experience.  While Thomas Merton ~ the subject of this album ~