Category Archives: Experimental
Various Artists ~ Things that a mutant needs to know
In 1956, Jorge Luis Borges and Adolfo Bioy Casares published Short and Amazing Tales*, an anthology of magical realism and adventure. This is the follow-up, 55 short stories accompanied by 55 short songs: flash fiction and micro music, curated by Reinaldo Laddaga. Intriguing
Various Artists ~ Things that a mutant needs to know
In 1956, Jorge Luis Borges and Adolfo Bioy Casares published Short and Amazing Tales*, an anthology of magical realism and adventure. This is the follow-up, 55 short stories accompanied by 55 short songs: flash fiction and micro music, curated by Reinaldo Laddaga. Intriguing
V/A ~ FFFour KMSU
Even in the internet age, college radio is one of the best places to discover truly exciting music. The DJs tend to have eclectic tastes and are able to select their own set lists, unbeholden to labels and payola scandals.
V/A ~ FFFour KMSU
Even in the internet age, college radio is one of the best places to discover truly exciting music. The DJs tend to have eclectic tastes and are able to select their own set lists, unbeholden to labels and payola scandals.
The Bricoleur ~ First Matter
Charity compilations are, generally speaking, a good thing, particularly when less mainstream musicians contribute. It’s hard to argue against these projects, obviously, whoever is involved – the charity gets increased awareness of their work, as well as some much-needed funds,
The Bricoleur ~ First Matter
Charity compilations are, generally speaking, a good thing, particularly when less mainstream musicians contribute. It’s hard to argue against these projects, obviously, whoever is involved – the charity gets increased awareness of their work, as well as some much-needed funds,
Gabriel Saloman ~ Soldier’s Requiem
Is it coincidence or intention that Gabriel Saloman‘s last two albums have been released in November? The sound of the former Yellow Swans artist is tailor-made for this time of year: dark, moody, conflicted. In our last two reviews, we commented
Gabriel Saloman ~ Soldier’s Requiem
Is it coincidence or intention that Gabriel Saloman‘s last two albums have been released in November? The sound of the former Yellow Swans artist is tailor-made for this time of year: dark, moody, conflicted. In our last two reviews, we commented
The Holocene ~ Horror Scene
Happy Halloween, everyone! If you’ll be entertaining trick-or-treaters, here’s your house soundtrack: spooky, genuine, and all-around fun. You won’t need to collect box tops to get it; just Name Your Price and it can be in your hands by sunset.
The Holocene ~ Horror Scene
Happy Halloween, everyone! If you’ll be entertaining trick-or-treaters, here’s your house soundtrack: spooky, genuine, and all-around fun. You won’t need to collect box tops to get it; just Name Your Price and it can be in your hands by sunset.
Aderlating ~ Spear of Gold and Seraphim Bone, Part Two
Two years ago, Maurice de Jong (Gnaw Their Tongues) and Eric Eijspaart (Mowlawner) released the first part of Spear of Gold and Seraphim Bone. Their follow-up seemed a given, in that the album title and one of the tracks were numbered. But fans
Aderlating ~ Spear of Gold and Seraphim Bone, Part Two
Two years ago, Maurice de Jong (Gnaw Their Tongues) and Eric Eijspaart (Mowlawner) released the first part of Spear of Gold and Seraphim Bone. Their follow-up seemed a given, in that the album title and one of the tracks were numbered. But fans
Jeff Carey ~ [3:30]
The perfect pop single is 3:30 in length and is the starting point for this EP. Yet despite their radio-friendly length, these six nuggets will never make the pop charts. This is a shame, because even the edgiest pop smash,
Jeff Carey ~ [3:30]
The perfect pop single is 3:30 in length and is the starting point for this EP. Yet despite their radio-friendly length, these six nuggets will never make the pop charts. This is a shame, because even the edgiest pop smash,
Neg-Fi ~ Unmergency
When it comes to physical releases, some companies just mail it in. Not so Geweih Ritual Documents, whose attention to detail is astonishing. The limited edition of the label’s latest cassette glows in the dark. And that cover art! Metallic
Neg-Fi ~ Unmergency
When it comes to physical releases, some companies just mail it in. Not so Geweih Ritual Documents, whose attention to detail is astonishing. The limited edition of the label’s latest cassette glows in the dark. And that cover art! Metallic
a closer listen 