All articles tagged with #experimental music
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Pitchfork
Babau's album The Sludge of the Land explores the chaotic and kitschy side of musical pastiche, blending exotica, experimental sounds, and global influences to challenge traditional notions of musical authenticity and originality.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by NPR
The article highlights the top 10 classical albums of 2025, showcasing a diverse range of innovative and emotionally resonant works from artists like Clarice Jensen, Gabriela Ortiz, Arvo Pärt, and others, offering musical therapy and inspiration amid a challenging year.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Pitchfork
This article highlights a diverse range of new music releases including Taylor Swift's 12th album 'The Life of a Showgirl', Malibu's ambient project 'Vanities', Kelly Moran's experimental 'Don't Trust Mirrors', and other notable albums from Snooper, Nala Sinephro, Thirteendegrees, Peel Dream Magazine, Blue Lake, Klein, Prewn, and Agriculture, showcasing a broad spectrum of genres and innovative sounds.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Pakistani musician Arooj Aftab's new album "Night Reign" showcases her unique blend of jazz, pop, and classical influences, featuring collaborations with artists like Vijay Iyer and Moor Mother. The album includes reimagined tracks and traditional pieces, highlighting Aftab's poetic and expansive sonic vision.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Stereogum
In 1987, John Cage composed "ORGAN2/ASLSP (As Slow As Possible)" for organ to be played as slowly as possible, and since 2001, an organ in Halberstadt, Germany has been performing a 639-year version of the piece. The first chord change in two years occurred recently, with volunteers adding a new pipe to create a new sound. The project is scheduled to continue until 2640, with the next chord change set for August 5, 2026.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
André 3000, known for his work in Outkast, recently performed live for the first time with musicians from his solo LP "New Blue Sun," where he showcased his skills playing various flutes and attempted to change perceptions. The album, which features experimental music and reached No. 34 on the Billboard album chart, has sparked conversations about the virtues of amateurism and the right of a celebrity to recalibrate the terms of his fame.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone
Matthewdavid, founder of Leaving Records, discusses his involvement in Andre 3000's debut solo album, New Blue Sun, where he provided "mycelial electronics." The collaboration came about through a call from co-producer Carlos Niño, and the session resulted in the track "Ninety Three 'Til Infinity And Beyoncé." Matthewdavid reflects on the experience, expressing a sense of destiny and symbiosis with Andre 3000's exploration of flute music. He also discusses the evolution of Leaving Records as a space for experimental music and the power of alternative communities in connecting people.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Consequence
André 3000, of OutKast fame, has announced his debut solo album, New Blue Sun, set to release on November 17th. The album is a departure from rap, featuring 87 minutes of minimalist and experimental music with André 3000 playing various wind instruments, including flutes. There are no bars, beats, or vocals on the album. André 3000 explained that he wanted to share his love for playing the flute, which he has been doing for years, and the album's track titles serve as a way to convey his thoughts and ideas.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Tzadik, the experimental music label founded by John Zorn, has made its vast catalog of over 800 albums available for streaming on platforms like Spotify. The label covers a range of genres including classical, jazz, and rock. Here are 15 recommended albums to start with, featuring artists such as Electric Masada, Lee Hyla, Shelley Hirsch, John Zorn, Keiji Haino & Tatsuya Yoshida, Julius Hemphill, Annie Gosfield, George E. Lewis, Craig Taborn and Ikue Mori, Naked City, Wadada Leo Smith, Derek Bailey, Alvin Singleton, and John Zorn's Simulacrum.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
PJ Harvey's latest album, "I Inside the Old Year Dying," expands on the world she created in her epic poem, "Orlam." The album, which evokes the natural world and incorporates the Dorset dialect, showcases Harvey's multidisciplinary approach to art, combining music, poetry, and visual art. The songs on the album convey a sense of collapse, blurring the boundaries between time, space, and gender. Harvey's unique vocal experimentation and collaboration with actors like Ben Wishaw add depth to the album's exploration of different selves and worlds.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by bandcamp.com
Canadian Romanian composer and sound designer Stefana Fratila has released a mesmerizing album titled "I Want To Leave This Earth Behind," which captures the unique sounds of each planet in our solar system. Fratila's deep research led her to create Sononaut, a system of eight open-source VST plug-ins that emulate the atmospheric conditions of the planets. The album is a 41-minute space travel experience that perfectly captures the immense possibilities of sound.