Author Archives: postrockcafe
Various Artists ~ Monika Werkstatt
One persistent, hydra-headed problem of warped gender perception is as deep as the internalization of the bias that perpetuates it. The media underrepresentation of women normalizes pre-existing prejudice. Half of the population is visible in disproportionately smaller measure, bolstering the
Various Artists ~ Monika Werkstatt
One persistent, hydra-headed problem of warped gender perception is as deep as the internalization of the bias that perpetuates it. The media underrepresentation of women normalizes pre-existing prejudice. Half of the population is visible in disproportionately smaller measure, bolstering the
te’ ~ Kai
If you’re looking for a blast of pure, progressive, post-rock energy, te’ is, and always has been, ready to pump you up. Well into their second decade, the energetic Japanese quintet occupies a small slice of the genre, shared by only a
te’ ~ Kai
If you’re looking for a blast of pure, progressive, post-rock energy, te’ is, and always has been, ready to pump you up. Well into their second decade, the energetic Japanese quintet occupies a small slice of the genre, shared by only a
The Greatest Hoax ~ Expiration Compositions
Expiration Compositions marks a slight turn for the Serein label, which we associate more with ambient recordings than classical. But the pairing is apt, as the prior works of Taylor Jordan (The Greatest Hoax) were also of a different pedigree. The
The Greatest Hoax ~ Expiration Compositions
Expiration Compositions marks a slight turn for the Serein label, which we associate more with ambient recordings than classical. But the pairing is apt, as the prior works of Taylor Jordan (The Greatest Hoax) were also of a different pedigree. The
Maelstrom ~ Her Empty Eyes
The concept of transmedia storytelling has been ruthlessly co-opted by advertising agencies as a means of commodifying creativity or building a brand. Whilst this might keep coffers topped up, other artists have considered this method for more expressive reasons. Harmony
Maelstrom ~ Her Empty Eyes
The concept of transmedia storytelling has been ruthlessly co-opted by advertising agencies as a means of commodifying creativity or building a brand. Whilst this might keep coffers topped up, other artists have considered this method for more expressive reasons. Harmony
Maarten Vos & Michel Banabila ~ Home
Home is the eclectic score to a performance by Conny Janssen Danst “about people trying to find one’s place in the world and with each other”. Michel Banabila’s electronics and Maarten Vos’ cello are the key players, but in the loping 14-minute
Maarten Vos & Michel Banabila ~ Home
Home is the eclectic score to a performance by Conny Janssen Danst “about people trying to find one’s place in the world and with each other”. Michel Banabila’s electronics and Maarten Vos’ cello are the key players, but in the loping 14-minute
Tandem Tapes: A New Noise in the Underground
Based out of Jakarta, Indonesia, Tandem Tapes represents a new voice in the fringe world of cassette labels. Pairing up experimental sound artists with similar sensibilities across limited-run releases, Tandem Tapes showcases current work from vast parts of the globe,
Tandem Tapes: A New Noise in the Underground
Based out of Jakarta, Indonesia, Tandem Tapes represents a new voice in the fringe world of cassette labels. Pairing up experimental sound artists with similar sensibilities across limited-run releases, Tandem Tapes showcases current work from vast parts of the globe,
Luca D’Alberto ~ Endless
Endless shatters all records for early announcements, as the first promotions were made 16 December, exactly six months prior to release. The gorgeous “Wait for Me” video was the opening salvo, the title ironic as the wait has at times seemed endless.
Luca D’Alberto ~ Endless
Endless shatters all records for early announcements, as the first promotions were made 16 December, exactly six months prior to release. The gorgeous “Wait for Me” video was the opening salvo, the title ironic as the wait has at times seemed endless.
Tom Hobden & Eliot James ~ Roam Review and Interview
Tom Hobden & Eliot James have been thinking a lot about popular music lately. Having met during the production of Noah and the Whale’s debut album, they’ve continued on parallel paths with Mumford & Sons (Hobden), Bloc Party and Kaiser Chiefs
Tom Hobden & Eliot James ~ Roam Review and Interview
Tom Hobden & Eliot James have been thinking a lot about popular music lately. Having met during the production of Noah and the Whale’s debut album, they’ve continued on parallel paths with Mumford & Sons (Hobden), Bloc Party and Kaiser Chiefs
a closer listen 