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Topdown Dialectic Turns Silence Into Sound on False LP A
music6 days ago

Topdown Dialectic Turns Silence Into Sound on False LP A

Pitchfork’s review of Topdown Dialectic’s False LP A describes a 2xLP that blends archival material from 2013–2016 with newer tracks into an impressionistic, barely-there ambient dub techno. The music dissolves recognizable structure into murky textures with occasional rhythms, delivering a tactile, three‑dimensional sound that eschews conventional dance-floor bangers and leans into mystery and sonic discovery; comparisons to vaporwave, Akira Rabelais’s Argeïphontes Lyre, and related artists underscore the project’s distinctive, enigmatic approach.

via Pitchfork|
#ambient-techno#electronic-music#false-lp-a
Boards of Canada Deliver a Hexagon-Hazed Return with Inferno
music1 month ago

Boards of Canada Deliver a Hexagon-Hazed Return with Inferno

Boards of Canada return after 13 years with Inferno, a dark, richly textured electronic suite that blends their signature nostalgic mood with heavier rhythm, mysterious voice samples, and occult imagery. The long-form listening experience unfolds with intricate clockwork, cryptic Easter eggs, and themes around faith and existence, delivering some of their most immersive and captivating music to date without straying far from their established sound.

via Pitchfork|
#album-review#boards-of-canada#electronic-music
Anyma Scraps Coachella Debut After Severe Winds, Vows Weekend 2 Attempt
music3 months ago

Anyma Scraps Coachella Debut After Severe Winds, Vows Weekend 2 Attempt

Electronic artist Anyma (Matteo Milleri) had his Coachella main-stage set canceled due to strong winds that prevented safe stage construction and operation. He called the moment heartbreaking and apologized to attendees and livestream viewers, noting the ÆDEN show required a year of work and safety remains the priority. Winds gusted up to 35–40 mph in Indio; if possible, he’ll attempt to perform in Weekend 2 in the same time slot and will share updates.

via Variety|
#anyma#coachella#electronic-music
DJ Dan, Pioneering West Coast House DJ, Dies at Unknown Age
music3 months ago

DJ Dan, Pioneering West Coast House DJ, Dies at Unknown Age

DJ Dan (Daniel Wherrett), a legendary West Coast house producer and influential figure in electronic music, has died. A representative confirmed the death but the cause and his exact age have not been released; reports place him in his mid-50s. Billaboard notes his long career—co-founding Funky Tekno Tribe, delivering BBC Essential Mixes, earning a DJ Mag Top 5 ranking in 2006, and achieving a No. 1 on Billboard's Dance Club Songs with "That Phone Track"—leaving a lasting impact on the dance-music world.

via Billboard|
#billboard#dj-dan#electronic-music
Two Shell Remix EP Dials Up Boldness but Stumbles on Some Tracks
music6 months ago

Two Shell Remix EP Dials Up Boldness but Stumbles on Some Tracks

Pitchfork’s review of Two Shell’s bonus remix album revisiting their 2024 self-titled LP is mixed: several remixes offer energy and texture (notably Ship Sket, SWARMM, Facta, Tamaranamen), and the updated version of “Everybody Worldwide” stands out; however, many new tracks feel inconsistent when heard track-by-track, with some relying on lightweight or AI-like hooks and older material like “levitate” from 2023. The opener “<initialize> ᵛⁱⁿʸˡ” hints at the duo’s playful humanity amid the uneven batch.

via Pitchfork|
#electronic-music#music#music-review
Exploring Djrum's Meaning's Edge: An EP Review
music1 year ago

Exploring Djrum's Meaning's Edge: An EP Review

Djrum's new EP, "Meaning’s Edge," marks his first solo release in five years, showcasing his unique blend of genres and rhythmic complexity. Known for his unpredictable DJ sets, Djrum, aka Felix Manuel, brings a fresh perspective to his music, combining intricate drum programming with elements of jazz, breakbeat, and ambient sounds. The EP's standout tracks, "Codex" and "Crawl," highlight his ability to merge intense, dancefloor-oriented beats with delicate, atmospheric layers, offering a comprehensive view of his artistic evolution.

via Pitchfork|
#djrum#drum-and-bass#electronic-music
"Stockhausen's Cosmic Journey at the Armory"
arts2 years ago

"Stockhausen's Cosmic Journey at the Armory"

"Inside Light" at the Park Avenue Armory is a theatrical presentation of electronic music from Karlheinz Stockhausen's monumental seven-opera cycle "Licht." The immersive experience, featuring performances by Stockhausen's widow Kathinka Pasveer, uses light, video, and sound to dissolve the audience's sense of space and time. The event offers a rare glimpse into Stockhausen's complex and influential work.

via The New York Times|
#arts#electronic-music#licht
"Blending Acoustic Instruments with Electronic Beats: Matthew Sheeran's Unique Approach to Music Composition"
music2 years ago

"Blending Acoustic Instruments with Electronic Beats: Matthew Sheeran's Unique Approach to Music Composition"

Composer Matthew Sheeran discusses translating microtonal electronic music for a chamber orchestra, inspired by the work of Easley Blackwood Jr., who explored alternative tunings in his "Twelve Microtonal Etudes for Electronic Music Media." While Blackwood originally recorded the "Etudes" on a synthesizer, technological advancements now allow for their performance by a chamber orchestra, showcasing the potential of acoustic instruments in playing electronic music.

via The New York Times|
#acoustic-instruments#chamber-orchestra#electronic-music
"Exploring Helado Negro's Phasor: A Captivating Album Review"
music2 years ago

"Exploring Helado Negro's Phasor: A Captivating Album Review"

Roberto Carlos Lange, also known as Helado Negro, draws inspiration from nature and the Sal-Mar synthesizer to create his eighth album, Phasor, which features nine beautiful tracks reflecting his gentle soul and encouragement of slowness and contemplation. The album uses blank space liberally and captures moments of intimacy within rhythmic squelches, conveying ideas through simplicity and repetition. Phasor pays tribute to electronic composition icon Pauline Oliveros and explores music as a form of transcendental escape, incorporating elements of dub reggae sound.

via Pitchfork|
#album#electronic-music#helado-negro
"Pitchfork's Influence on Music Journalism Under Attack"
music2 years ago

"Pitchfork's Influence on Music Journalism Under Attack"

A writer reflects on how his musical tastes were shaped by others, including Pitchfork, and how a review of Moby's "I Like To Score" influenced his love for electronic music. The article also delves into the history of Pitchfork, its influence on music discovery, and the impact of its recent folding into GQ. The writer interviews James P. Wisdom, a former Pitchfork reviewer, and discusses the site's evolution, its controversial reviews, and the changing landscape of music criticism.

via Defector|
#electronic-music#influence#music