AUDIO: Nelson Devereaux – “Sunrise Vision”
The multi-instrumentalist, known for his avant garde approach, delivers a single with Dave Power and Cody McKinney that blurs the lines between jazz and electronica.
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AUDIO: Kleaner – “Alive With Pleasure”
Conceptual performance artist Kleaner is out with a new album. It’s nine gothic tracks of bass guitar and drum machine that channel painful scenarios such as being a fool for love, catching a lover red-handed, and fearing abandonment; the album seeks truth, liberation and healing similar to Kleaner’s last EP “First Ladies.” They recently told us in a spotlight that
Read moreVIDEO: Kyle John Kenowski – “A Transient Thing”
Psych-classical-folk-pop artist Kyle John Kenowski’s got the video out for “A Transient Thing” for his “infinite” album “Ourugorus Garden.” The singer-songwriter recently moved to Seattle, and the visuals here reflect his new surroundings. There’s flowers, mountains, wildlife, and rain-soaked forests – and even a cat! “A Transient Thing” reflects the blooming landscapes as the lyrics touch on getting older, going
Read moreAUDIO: Painted Caves – “Najma”
Psychedelic-world music group Painted Caves have their first new single out in nearly a decade. Featuring string instruments such as oud and qanun and percussion instruments like darabuka and riqq, this song is about making the most out of life and finding your way from feeling lost. It’s an uplifting one that leaves no stone unturned and no terrain untraveled
Read moreAUDIO: Dave Schoepke – “Bionic”
Experimental percussionist Dave Schoepke has a new single out this week. This piece is actually almost thirty years old; it was originally released on a cassette for a different project, but Schoepke revived it for inclusion on his upcoming EP. The song features vigorous drums and cymbals in addition to a sound effect created by scratching a microphone over the
Read moreAUDIO: Glenn McCormick – “Lakefront”
Jazz artist and multi-instrumentalist Glenn McCormick just put out his debut album. Rife with warm delight, McCormick takes eleven tracks into bossa nova territory complete with violins, flute, and trombone. There’s nothing quite like Milwaukee in the summertime – as we all know – and McCormick plays with the imagery of the city’s lakefront to captivate a jovial holiday energy.
Read moreAUDIO: Devin Drobka Trio – “Resorts”
Avant-garde jazz composer Devin Drobka enlisted bassist Aaron Darrell and pianist Matt Blair for his latest record. Inspired by the end of his last relationship, Drobka created this body of work as intentionally as one can, finding joy with each passing moment as the musicians connect with one another through fearlessness, urgency, and compassion. There’s a profound level of trust
Read moreAUDIO: Pendrop Poet – “Journals of a Demi Male Poet”
Get a glimpse into Pendrop Poet’s world with a new 17-track album.
Read moreAUDIO: Mike Neumeyer – “Green Forest”
Composer and percussionist Mike Neumeyer is out with another single – a sequel to last year’s “Red Forest.” He takes things in a darker, more ominous direction here; imagine yourself in the dense woods and you can hear the ocean nearby but you have no idea how to get to it. It’s a tranquil, idyllic number that utilizes marimba, vibraphone,
Read moreAUDIO: Darkpebble-BlueWave – “Wild Rose, Winter Garden”
Avant-garde classical project Darkpebble-BlueWave has a new record out, done in virtual collaboration with Paulo Chagas. Consisting of five improvised pieces, the two artists build synergy with grace and patience. Each piece is meant to represent the movements of a garden in bloom. Instruments they use include bass clarinet, alto saxophone, flute, singing bowls, piano, and chimes. Not only that;
Read moreAUDIO: Mike Neumeyer – “How I Wish You Were Here”
Percussionist Mike Neumeyer has another tune for us out this week. Released on the three-year anniversary of his father passing away, this piece is dedicated to his healing process from such a personal loss. He plays the marimba here with focus and glee, gradually introducing new elements of rhythm as well as mournful lyrics. Spanning over eight and a half
Read moreAUDIO: Mike Neumeyer – “Take Me Away”
Improvisational composer Mike Neumeyer’s latest tune suspends you in deep relaxation. Utilizing the marimba along with an ocean drum and wind chimes, the song places you in a seascape and lets you float gently. In the dead of winter, that’s a good place to be. We hope we hear more compositions from Mike Neumeyer very soon.
Read moreAUDIO: KASE – “Alive”
KASE is an avant-garde jazz collective consisting of Jamie Breiwick, John Christensen, and knowsthetime; they’ve got a new record out today on B Side Recordings. In the most experimental of approaches to jazz the group plays with turntablism, rapping from CRASHprez, live beats, and free improvisation throughout these eclectic compositions. The final track extends this fusion over fourteen minutes. Classics
Read moreAUDIO: Dave Schoepke – “Tessellated Resonance”
Percussionist Dave Schoepke recently dropped an album of entirely drum kit songs, each with a different kit setup. It’s an especially avant-garde release, centering the drum as the primary instrument rather than using it for rhythm. Each track is ambitious in its own way whether it’s playful, suspenseful, or firm in movement. We love exploring the more experimental side of
Read moreAUDIO: Warren Enstrom – “Acoustics”
The latest release from the producer has been four years in the making and features no electronic instruments.
Read morePaVda with Amanda Schoofs – “Sound Poems”
PaVda and Amanda Schoofs create a beautiful series of free improvisations themed around friendship.
Read moreAUDIO: LMNtlyst – “Unplugged (From Reality)”
LMNtlyst locks himself in the studio with a variety of instruments on his new project.
Read moreAUDIO: MFML – “Destination Unknown”
MFML goes to space with a sci-fi concept album.
Read moreAUDIO: Victor DeLorenzo – “Tranceaphone”
Victor DeLorenzo steps into the solo spotlight for his first release since 2013.
Read moreVIDEO: Mr. Nice Guy With Armillaria
Ben Slowey sits down with the avant garde experimental duo.
Read moreAUDIO: Armillaria – “Home // Away”
The avant-garde duo take their experimental work on the road for a new project.
Read moreAUDIO: Marielle Allschwang – “Precession Of A Day: The World Of Mary Nohl”
Marielle Allschwang honors the late Milwaukee visual artist with a new album.
Read moreAUDIO: Marielle Allschwang – “Visitations IV”
Singer/Songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Marielle Allscwhang is a creative powerhouse. With music that teeters between conventional indie and avant-garde, Allschwang is known for being extra creative, and her new album, “Visitations IV”, is just that. With nine tracks that blend lo-fi guitars, tight percussion, and more abstract elements like a musical saw and upright bass, the album has an eclectic sound, with Marielle’s
Read moreINTERVIEW: Mary Ocher
We talk to the German artist before her May 22nd Cactus Club appearance.
Read moreAUDIO: Evacuate The Earth – “Evacuate The Earth”
The band gets ultra-creative on their new album.
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