Author Archives: postrockcafe

Spheruleus ~ Cyanometry

With Cyanometry, we add another to our ever-growing list of 2012’s new labels.  The launching of Tessellate Recordings is a huge encouragement.  As major labels flounder, there’s never been a better time for small, solid achievements, and as we welcome each

Spheruleus ~ Cyanometry

With Cyanometry, we add another to our ever-growing list of 2012’s new labels.  The launching of Tessellate Recordings is a huge encouragement.  As major labels flounder, there’s never been a better time for small, solid achievements, and as we welcome each

Various Artists ~ Thank You

We love the thought that so many of our favorite artists have giving hearts.  Thank You is a charity compilation from the recently-launched Vintermusik label, and all of the proceeds will benefit Världens Barn (Children of the World).  The album is

Various Artists ~ Thank You

We love the thought that so many of our favorite artists have giving hearts.  Thank You is a charity compilation from the recently-launched Vintermusik label, and all of the proceeds will benefit Världens Barn (Children of the World).  The album is

Wet Eyes ~ Air Is Movement

Air Is Movement falls on the stronger side of ambient with unprocessed guitar notes and a clear sense of progression.  This makes the EP much more active than its peers; at times, it even borders on post-rock.  At 17 minutes, it’s

Wet Eyes ~ Air Is Movement

Air Is Movement falls on the stronger side of ambient with unprocessed guitar notes and a clear sense of progression.  This makes the EP much more active than its peers; at times, it even borders on post-rock.  At 17 minutes, it’s

Daniel Menche & Anla Courtis ~ Yagua Ovy

After vowing a few years ago to abandon the physical format forever, Daniel Menche reconsidered and since then has been enjoying the most accomplished portion of his career to date.  Branching out from solo noise and field recording excursions, he is joined

Daniel Menche & Anla Courtis ~ Yagua Ovy

After vowing a few years ago to abandon the physical format forever, Daniel Menche reconsidered and since then has been enjoying the most accomplished portion of his career to date.  Branching out from solo noise and field recording excursions, he is joined

Tiny Leaves ~ Get Yourself Up On A High Mountain

Matching the artist’s name (Tiny Leaves) with the length of the recording (a tiny, home-grown, dozen digital minutes) and the price (a pound!) seems apt; the only thing out of place is the title.  But these three humble tracks do

Tiny Leaves ~ Get Yourself Up On A High Mountain

Matching the artist’s name (Tiny Leaves) with the length of the recording (a tiny, home-grown, dozen digital minutes) and the price (a pound!) seems apt; the only thing out of place is the title.  But these three humble tracks do

This Patch of Sky ~ Newly Risen, How Brightly You Shine

The Yeti convinced me.  At first glance, Oregon’s This Patch of Sky may seem like just another post-rock band, but the Yeti knows better.  He stares from the top left of the band’s Bandcamp page with an adorable, bemused, happy expression

This Patch of Sky ~ Newly Risen, How Brightly You Shine

The Yeti convinced me.  At first glance, Oregon’s This Patch of Sky may seem like just another post-rock band, but the Yeti knows better.  He stares from the top left of the band’s Bandcamp page with an adorable, bemused, happy expression

Simon Haiduk ~ Pulse

Pulse is intended to look like it sounds and sound like it looks.  The album cover features soft lines at the bottom, clear lines at the top, off-center curves, a logo like a rising sun and a series of shadowed trees.

Simon Haiduk ~ Pulse

Pulse is intended to look like it sounds and sound like it looks.  The album cover features soft lines at the bottom, clear lines at the top, off-center curves, a logo like a rising sun and a series of shadowed trees.

Best New Videos II

Animation!  Macro Imagery!  Live action!  The second installment of Best New Videos presents a cornucopia of sight and sound for your viewing and listening pleasure! The recent Vimeo Awards are a sign that all is well in the short-form video

Best New Videos II

Animation!  Macro Imagery!  Live action!  The second installment of Best New Videos presents a cornucopia of sight and sound for your viewing and listening pleasure! The recent Vimeo Awards are a sign that all is well in the short-form video