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Bel Argosy – Let’s hear it for Bel Argosy (Cassette, digital, 2013)

No.5241 ARTIST/LABEL NOTES: Billy Lopez (vocals, guitar) started the band with Julian Graham (drums), Chris Cumming (bass) and Beau Alessi (lead guitar) in late 2010 after deciding it was probably…
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Flint Knippel – Flood Victim (cassette, 1994)

No.859 Flint Knippel’s 1994 cassette release, “Flood Victim”, is an intriguing exploration of improvised music that treads the line between structure and chaos. The album, which appears to be a…
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Gamegerming With the K.O. II

If you’re familiar with Tapegerm and its relatively new game, you may be interested to know that it plays well with Teenage Engineering’s new K.O. II EP-133 sample composer device.…
Albums

Rob Skane – Into Your Soul (Cassette, 1990)

No.4710 DOWNLOAD @ ARCHIVE.ORG ARTIST/LABEL NOTES: This tape was recorded and mixed In two fun-filled days at Sweetfish Studios. To be quite honest, I had enough of playing dead-end bands…
Labels

Right Brain Records: Championing Uncharted Musical Territories

Right Brain Records, a nonprofit label, stands as a beacon for those artists who dare to venture into uncharted musical territories. The label serves as a platform for musicians to…
Gear

KOII PDF Manual

B&H Photo has kindly offered a link to the Teenage Engineering EP-133 KOII manual in PDF format.
Gear, News

RØDE Microphones Takes Over Mackie

In a significant move in the audio industry, Rode Microphones has acquired Mackie, a renowned brand known for its professional music and recording equipment. Mackie, a name synonymous with quality…
Albums

Various Artists – Dagger Tapes #3: Mommy Musn’t Know (cassette, 1990)

No.4185 “This tape is full of punk tunes in the classic thrash/growl/tumble style and loaded with energy from the likes of Grimace Abortion, Dead Horse, Big Mistake, Krack, DeKay, The…
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Seiten Recipe

I found this on the ground the other day while walking my dog, Mara. Don’t forget 1/3 cup hooch (#2).
Instruments

Teenage Engineering EP133 KOII Tips

This is a highly informative video I discovered on the #teenageengineering #EP133 KOII. This instructional video offers a wealth of tips and tricks that can enhance your experience with this…
Websites

Releasing a Digital Download Album on Your Own Website Using WooCommerce: A Complete Guide

Releasing a digital download album on your own website can be an exciting yet daunting task. However, with the right tools and guidance, it can be a straightforward process. This…
Albums

More Ephemerol – Apotheosis Pageant (Vinyl, Digital, 2023)

No.5235 GAJOOB Review by Bryan Baker: “Apotheosis Pageant” by More Ephemerol, released May 12, 2023, harks back to the classic era of indie synthpop. The LA-based duo, C. Fjerstad and…
Albums

Review: ‘Mann’ by The Yellow Diary

The Yellow Diary, a quintet hailing from Mumbai, has been a stronghold in India’s indie rock scene for the better part of the last decade. With their pulsating pop tunes…
Merch

Busy Beaver Button Co.

The Chicago-based Busy Beaver Button Co. is a creative hub that believes in the importance of expression, sharing ideas, and building community. With a broad catalog of products ranging from…
Editorial

Green Love

I work with a bunch of people that have become a big part of my life. And often their families come with that. Jorgé’s daughter, Gilda, was at the shop…