Category Archives: Featured Articles
Track Premiere ~ 0point1’s “Cartoon River”
A Closer Listen is proud to premiere “Cartoon River,” the preview track from Melbourne electronic artist 0point1‘s upcoming album, Clean dirt. The artist, also known as Bob Streckfuss and formerly known as 0.1, was gracious enough to answer a few short
Track Premiere ~ 0point1’s “Cartoon River”
A Closer Listen is proud to premiere “Cartoon River,” the preview track from Melbourne electronic artist 0point1‘s upcoming album, Clean dirt. The artist, also known as Bob Streckfuss and formerly known as 0.1, was gracious enough to answer a few short
LCNL 049: At The Edge Of Love, There We Stand (Joanne Lam)
“Beyond the ear there is a sound, at the farthest reaches of sight a shape, at fingertip’s end an object — and that’s where I’m going.” – Clarice Lispector A mix by Joanna Lam. Soundcloud / Mixcloud Joanne writes concert
LCNL 049: At The Edge Of Love, There We Stand (Joanne Lam)
“Beyond the ear there is a sound, at the farthest reaches of sight a shape, at fingertip’s end an object — and that’s where I’m going.” – Clarice Lispector A mix by Joanna Lam. Soundcloud / Mixcloud Joanne writes concert
ACL (Post-Rock) Singles Chart ~ June 2014
Five brand new tracks from Talons, Tides of Man, Lost in the Riots, Sleepmakeswaves and Minot are joined by five tracks from our Post-Rock Road Trip to form a post-rock version of our monthly singles chart. Let’s get it charted!
ACL (Post-Rock) Singles Chart ~ June 2014
Five brand new tracks from Talons, Tides of Man, Lost in the Riots, Sleepmakeswaves and Minot are joined by five tracks from our Post-Rock Road Trip to form a post-rock version of our monthly singles chart. Let’s get it charted!
Mutek + Elektra = EM15
The 15th edition of the venerable electronic music festival Mutek begins in Montreal Tuesday May 27, running until Junday June 1. Opening night features performances from Tim Hecker, Oneohtrix Point Never, and Kangding Ray (and many more), with the programming
Mutek + Elektra = EM15
The 15th edition of the venerable electronic music festival Mutek begins in Montreal Tuesday May 27, running until Junday June 1. Opening night features performances from Tim Hecker, Oneohtrix Point Never, and Kangding Ray (and many more), with the programming
Premiere Mix: Cliff Dweller’s “The Golden Days of Radio”
Could this be the year’s most original mix? Spanning five decades, 1935-1985, Cliff Dweller’s “The Golden Days of Radio” is an aural walk through history with a decidedly experimental bent. It’s unlike anything else we’ve heard this year. While reviewing Cliff
Premiere Mix: Cliff Dweller’s “The Golden Days of Radio”
Could this be the year’s most original mix? Spanning five decades, 1935-1985, Cliff Dweller’s “The Golden Days of Radio” is an aural walk through history with a decidedly experimental bent. It’s unlike anything else we’ve heard this year. While reviewing Cliff
Denovali Swingfest London 2014 ~ Day Two
Logistics precluded my attendance at the first day of Denovali’s second spring takeover of London’s east end, but for me the smaller-scale second day over the Easter weekend promised the festival’s highlights anyway. Set in the welcoming intimacy of Café
Denovali Swingfest London 2014 ~ Day Two
Logistics precluded my attendance at the first day of Denovali’s second spring takeover of London’s east end, but for me the smaller-scale second day over the Easter weekend promised the festival’s highlights anyway. Set in the welcoming intimacy of Café
ACL Singles Chart ~ May 2014
Our 2014 experiment continues with ten brand new instrumental tracks, selected from releases featured in current and upcoming reviews! In the wider world of music, fans can’t get enough of Pharrell and Frozen. This is the score to our alternate universe.
ACL Singles Chart ~ May 2014
Our 2014 experiment continues with ten brand new instrumental tracks, selected from releases featured in current and upcoming reviews! In the wider world of music, fans can’t get enough of Pharrell and Frozen. This is the score to our alternate universe.
LCNL 048 ~ Waves Approaching (Selected by Phirnis)
Vienna’s Kai Ginkel, aka Phirnis, is a true sonic originator. Progressing from experimental noise to intricate drone, he’s made an incredible impact in a short period of time. We last featured the artist with 2013’s Feeding Lions, and he’s just presented us
LCNL 048 ~ Waves Approaching (Selected by Phirnis)
Vienna’s Kai Ginkel, aka Phirnis, is a true sonic originator. Progressing from experimental noise to intricate drone, he’s made an incredible impact in a short period of time. We last featured the artist with 2013’s Feeding Lions, and he’s just presented us
a closer listen 