Posts Tagged: Richard Allen

Takeshi Nishimoto ~ Lavandula

Takeshi Nishimoto has expanded his palette in recent years as part of the electronic duo I Am Not a Gun, but his Sonic Pieces debut is pure guitar.  Lavandula, the scientific name for lavender, stems from the Latin lavare, “to wash”,

Takeshi Nishimoto ~ Lavandula

Takeshi Nishimoto has expanded his palette in recent years as part of the electronic duo I Am Not a Gun, but his Sonic Pieces debut is pure guitar.  Lavandula, the scientific name for lavender, stems from the Latin lavare, “to wash”,

Parhelion ~ Temples in Ice

Midnight Sun was a fine release, an album that grew more menacing as it progressed and lent its attention to the landscapes of the Arctic Circle.  Its only downside was its need for a firm edit.  Parhelion‘s new release is leaner,

Parhelion ~ Temples in Ice

Midnight Sun was a fine release, an album that grew more menacing as it progressed and lent its attention to the landscapes of the Arctic Circle.  Its only downside was its need for a firm edit.  Parhelion‘s new release is leaner,

Chris Watson ~ In St. Cuthbert’s Time

We usually recommend the physical copy due to its specific beauty, but in this case, we do so because of the liner notes.  Students of history, tradition, and religion will cherish the efforts made by the authors to place this

Chris Watson ~ In St. Cuthbert’s Time

We usually recommend the physical copy due to its specific beauty, but in this case, we do so because of the liner notes.  Students of history, tradition, and religion will cherish the efforts made by the authors to place this

Pillowdiver ~ Bloody Oath

Nick Pittsinger’s time-stretched demolition of Justin Bieber’s “U Smile” drew a great deal of attention a few years ago, sounding to many like the work of Sigur Rós. Pillowdiver‘s newest outing travels a similar path.  René Margraff’s subject (or target) is a

Pillowdiver ~ Bloody Oath

Nick Pittsinger’s time-stretched demolition of Justin Bieber’s “U Smile” drew a great deal of attention a few years ago, sounding to many like the work of Sigur Rós. Pillowdiver‘s newest outing travels a similar path.  René Margraff’s subject (or target) is a

Rezo Glonti ~ Late Night Diving

Context is key.  When listening to “Soviet White”, the standout track on Rezo Glonti‘s new EP, one might begin to feel a sense of unease.  Volume and thickness increase as a drone rises to overtake the vinyl crackle.  All is about

Rezo Glonti ~ Late Night Diving

Context is key.  When listening to “Soviet White”, the standout track on Rezo Glonti‘s new EP, one might begin to feel a sense of unease.  Volume and thickness increase as a drone rises to overtake the vinyl crackle.  All is about

Earthen Sea / Insect Factory ~ Split

One part ambient drone, one part abrasion and one part melodic guitar, Earthen Sky / Insect Factory‘s split LP offers a variety of sounds to its listeners, each designed for a different mood.  One might consider this a yin and yang

Earthen Sea / Insect Factory ~ Split

One part ambient drone, one part abrasion and one part melodic guitar, Earthen Sky / Insect Factory‘s split LP offers a variety of sounds to its listeners, each designed for a different mood.  One might consider this a yin and yang

Uton / Sunhiilow ~ Garden & Cosmos (Split)

Three layers of styrofoam, paper and tape protected my copy of Garden & Cosmos, a sign of careful packaging, intimating a precise approach to music.  I didn’t get a sea star (missed it by just 4!) but that’s okay ~

Uton / Sunhiilow ~ Garden & Cosmos (Split)

Three layers of styrofoam, paper and tape protected my copy of Garden & Cosmos, a sign of careful packaging, intimating a precise approach to music.  I didn’t get a sea star (missed it by just 4!) but that’s okay ~

Aloonaluna / Motion Sickness of Time Travel ~ Split

Collage is the key word for understanding this release.  First there’s Michael Tunk’s cover art, which attracted us in the first place.  Then there’s the label’s gallery page dedicated to the craft.  Now add the surreal and beguiling art of Lynn

Aloonaluna / Motion Sickness of Time Travel ~ Split

Collage is the key word for understanding this release.  First there’s Michael Tunk’s cover art, which attracted us in the first place.  Then there’s the label’s gallery page dedicated to the craft.  Now add the surreal and beguiling art of Lynn