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Two Shell Remix EP Dials Up Boldness but Stumbles on Some Tracks
music1 month 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"
arts1 year 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
"Kraftwerk's Career-Spanning Residency at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles"
music2 years ago

"Kraftwerk's Career-Spanning Residency at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles"

Kraftwerk announces a nine-date residency at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, where they will perform a different album in full each night, culminating in a greatest hits set. The residency coincides with the 50th anniversary of their album Autobahn, and will feature performances of their pivotal albums along with 3D multimedia visuals. This follows their 2022 North American tour and the passing of founding member Florian Schneider in 2020.

via Pitchfork|
#career-spanning#electronic-music#kraftwerk
"Call Super's Eulo Cramps: A Mesmerizing Album Review"
music2 years ago

"Call Super's Eulo Cramps: A Mesmerizing Album Review"

Call Super, the UK musician, has released their fourth album titled "Eulo Cramps," which showcases their unique blend of instrumental electronic music. The album features mysterious track titles and a combination of acoustic and synthetic sounds, including melancholy clarinet melodies and tactile sound design. "Eulo Cramps" is part of a larger multimedia project called "Tell Me I Didn't Choose This" and represents a culmination of ideas that have been present in Call Super's work for years.

via Pitchfork|
#ambient#call-super#electronic-music
Remembering DJ Deeon: The Pioneer of Ghetto House Music
music2 years ago

Remembering DJ Deeon: The Pioneer of Ghetto House Music

DJ Deeon, the legendary ghetto house pioneer and revered electronic artist, has passed away in a hospital. Known for his contributions to the Chicago music scene, Deeon helped pioneer the ghetto house sound in the early '90s. He released notable tracks such as "Freak Like Me" and "Let Me Bang" and continued to put out music until his death. Tributes have poured in for the influential artist.

via Resident Advisor|
#chicago#dj-deeon#electronic-music
Shaq's Dubstep Festival Set to Rock Fort Worth
entertainment2 years ago

Shaq's Dubstep Festival Set to Rock Fort Worth

Shaquille O’Neal, also known as DJ Diesel, is launching an electronic music festival called Shaq’s Bass All-Stars Festival in Fort Worth on September 16. The festival will feature 14 entertainers across two stages at Panther Island Pavilion, with tickets starting at $49. O’Neal curated the lineup, which includes Alison Wonderland, Kai Wachi, Sullivan King, Crankdat, and Jantsen. The festival will also include a food truck village, games, and more. O’Neal plans to keep tickets affordable to make the event inclusive and hopes to take the festival to other cities in the future.

via The Dallas Morning News|
#dj-diesel#electronic-music#entertainment
"Grammys' 2024 Changes: Dance and African Music Take Center Stage"
music2 years ago

"Grammys' 2024 Changes: Dance and African Music Take Center Stage"

The Recording Academy has added a new category, best pop dance recording, to the Grammys, providing an official space for pop-centric dance music at the awards while preserving its other two dance/electronic genres for artists and recordings from the more traditional dance/electronic world. The new category recognizes tracks and singles that feature up-tempo, danceable music that follows a pop arrangement, and features strong rhythmic beats and significant electronic-based instruments with an emphasis on the vocal performance, melody, and hooks.

via Billboard|
#danceelectronic#electronic-music#grammys