Category Archives: Electronic
Tired Arms ~ Tired Arms
Perhaps the scenario went like this: the arms were tired from slashing away at guitars and drums whilst trying to make something in the post-rock vein sound half-decent. At some point they (and the persons they were attached to) realised
Tired Arms ~ Tired Arms
Perhaps the scenario went like this: the arms were tired from slashing away at guitars and drums whilst trying to make something in the post-rock vein sound half-decent. At some point they (and the persons they were attached to) realised
Various Artists ~ Greetings from Spring Break Tapes Vol. 1
Here’s a happy little hip-hop rectangle for those with old cars or new decks. Greetings from Spring Break Tapes Vol. 1 is a breezy introduction to a new label, showcasing the work of 10 artists who love their roots – funk,
Various Artists ~ Greetings from Spring Break Tapes Vol. 1
Here’s a happy little hip-hop rectangle for those with old cars or new decks. Greetings from Spring Break Tapes Vol. 1 is a breezy introduction to a new label, showcasing the work of 10 artists who love their roots – funk,
Andrea Valle ~ Acta GeoGraphica (2001-2007)
Etymologically, Geography comes from the ancient Greek geographia; literally to describe or write about the Earth. In Andrea Valle’s usage he is conjuring up his own worlds as much as describing our own. Acta GeoGraphica, released on the Ripples label, is
Andrea Valle ~ Acta GeoGraphica (2001-2007)
Etymologically, Geography comes from the ancient Greek geographia; literally to describe or write about the Earth. In Andrea Valle’s usage he is conjuring up his own worlds as much as describing our own. Acta GeoGraphica, released on the Ripples label, is
Bee Mask ~ Vaporware / Scanops
Just when you think you know an artist, they change. This is the case with Chris Madak (Bee Mask), whose lovely new short album (or extended single) is his most intricate and refined recording to date. Presented with two quarter-hour
Bee Mask ~ Vaporware / Scanops
Just when you think you know an artist, they change. This is the case with Chris Madak (Bee Mask), whose lovely new short album (or extended single) is his most intricate and refined recording to date. Presented with two quarter-hour
Almeeva ~ EP#2
Shockwaves of speedy, spacious guitar rush out in an intense blaze as the opening seconds of EP#2 play out, and from this point on the pulse never loses slack. Almeeva himself asks us to “never lose the pulse”, and as the
Almeeva ~ EP#2
Shockwaves of speedy, spacious guitar rush out in an intense blaze as the opening seconds of EP#2 play out, and from this point on the pulse never loses slack. Almeeva himself asks us to “never lose the pulse”, and as the
Akatombo ~ false positives
Hiroshima’s Akatombo (Paul T. Kirk, originally from Scotland) is a chronicler of urban disillusionment and decay. His beatscapes hearken back to the industrial pioneers of the mid-80s, but his sound is decidedly contemporary, a mix of drums, bass, bleached tones and samples
Akatombo ~ false positives
Hiroshima’s Akatombo (Paul T. Kirk, originally from Scotland) is a chronicler of urban disillusionment and decay. His beatscapes hearken back to the industrial pioneers of the mid-80s, but his sound is decidedly contemporary, a mix of drums, bass, bleached tones and samples
Waves On Canvas ~ Into The Northsea
Stefano Guzzetti likes 4AD Records. Really likes 4AD Records. In fact, on Into The Northsea he’s done his best to capture the spirit of This Mortal Coil (the musical project of 4AD boss Ivo Watts-Russell) with a coterie of guest
Waves On Canvas ~ Into The Northsea
Stefano Guzzetti likes 4AD Records. Really likes 4AD Records. In fact, on Into The Northsea he’s done his best to capture the spirit of This Mortal Coil (the musical project of 4AD boss Ivo Watts-Russell) with a coterie of guest
Park Avenue Music ~ For Your Home Or Office
Another evening descends over Sacramento, California. As daylight arches over the horizon for another spectacular disappearance, the mood shifts from one of stressed work into one of relief and casual appreciation. The day loses its strict 4/4 rhythm as soon
Park Avenue Music ~ For Your Home Or Office
Another evening descends over Sacramento, California. As daylight arches over the horizon for another spectacular disappearance, the mood shifts from one of stressed work into one of relief and casual appreciation. The day loses its strict 4/4 rhythm as soon
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