Held at Inkonst and Inter Arts Center in Malmö from 27 to 30 April 2017, Intonal Festival is slowly but surely budding into a high-level fixture in the narrow market of quality off-season electronic music festivals. Here’s our recap of the essential acts and performances you should not miss.
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Kito Jempere talks up ‘Sea Monster’
Set to drop tomorrow via Marco Gallerani’s Hell Yeah Recordings Kito Jempere’s ‘Sea Monster’ is a refreshing communion of sorts, bridging the gap between electronic, pop and house in one lush and multi-hued microcosm of delectable tempos and rhythms. We sat back with Kirill to discuss the birth of his sophomore LP, creative studio processes, and how this album confirms a clear shift towards a more live-friendly approach.
In the studio with Stump Valley
Ahead of Stump Valley’s next release on Amsterdam based imprint Dopeness Galore we caught up with Alex and Francesco in Berlin to better understand the duo’s singular trajectory as they discuss the project’s steady evolution and wide-ranging influences, the gradual disappearance of record stores and the question of secrecy in music.
Rebellion in Music: Galaxian talks up his new EP for Foul-Up
Eager to find out more about Galaxian’s unique vision and new Blowback EP on Foul-Up, we sat back with Glasgow-based producer Mark Kastner to discuss his views on politics and society, art of secretiveness and how music can change things from within. Stream the breaks-heavy ‘Forget About It’ within.
In Perspective: Nummer talk up their debut album ‘Second Sight’
We caught up with Berlin-based duo Nummer to discuss their new album ‘Second Sight’, creative process, sources of inspiration and special relationship with Brian Not Brian’s forward-pushing imprint.
Jan Jelinek on Loop-Finding-Jazz-Records
Following news of Jan Jelinek’s reissue of Loop-Finding-Jazz-Records LP – the occasion was too good to miss, so we caught up with the producer as he reels over the process for arranging this reissue and looks back to 2001 where he gets onto the process behind recording the album as a student in Berlin.
Newtype Rhythms: On a trip with PTU
Newtype Rhythms snatched up Trip’s Moscow-based duo PTU for a mix on their show on Newtown Radio in NYC. We’re pairing their excellent mix with a quick chat ahead of their debut EP being released in April.
Tzusing reflects on his debut album for L.I.E.S.
We caught up with Malaysian-born, Taipei-based producer Tzusing to find out more about his new album on Ron Morelli’s L.I.E.S. imprint and to discuss all other matters including skating, literature, punk, MTV and more.
Ashes To Ashes: Verge talks up debut EP for Avian ‘Emblematic Ruin’
Avian are on the cusp of releasing their next instalment, an eight-track drone/dark ambient affair courtesy of Irish newcomer Andre Gough aka Verge. Titled ‘Emblematic Ruin’, Gough’s debut makes for a compelling break from 4/4 functionality and other beaconed, trussed-up audio terrains.
Zenker Brothers look back at 10 years of Ilian Tape
With the release of their new compilation – A Decade Ilian Tape – featuring artists from past, present…or just stopping by (Hi, “Seelow”) – the Zenker Brothers have provided Inverted Audio with an excellent primer of the label’s catalogue.
Celebrating Women in Electronic Music
On this special day for women all around the world – who will perhaps have, for some of them, the chance to experience a glimpse of the respect and recognition they often are deprived of on a daily basis, we thought it would be fair to highlight the feminine characters we’ve felt much lucky to feature in a way or another on Inverted Audio. Here’s a little retrospective
Beyond Paradise: In Conversation with Nancy Noise & Craig Christon
With Beyond Paradise’s first instalment set to drop next week, courtesy of the equally seasoned yet just as fresh and lively Nancy Noise, the occasion was too good to miss, so we caught up with the always smiling and loquacious pair to give you further insight in their exciting collaboration and how they laid out some exciting plans for the future.
Galcher Lustwerk and Alvin Aronson talk up Studio OST ‘Eventide/Ascension’ EP
We caught up with Alvin Aronson and Galcher Lustwerk to discover more about their collaborative project Studio OST and the makings of their forthcoming ‘Eventide/Ascension’ EP. We are also delighted to premiere all four music videos for the release.
Game Over: Credit 00 talks up his debut album on Uncanny Valley
We had the chance to exchange a bit with Alexander about his relationship with video games and how it weighed in on the making of ‘Game Over’ amongst other things. Stream the nostalgic slo-mo churner ‘Hit Fire To Respawn’ inside.
They Fall But You Don’t: Mondkopf discusses his new album on In Paradisum
We caught up with Paris-based producer Mondkopf to discuss the making of his quietly stunning new album as he gives further insight on his craft and vision, speaks about his influences and how analogue accelerates his creative process.
In Conversation with Jay Glass Dubs
We caught up with Athens based left-field dub producer Jay Glass Dubs shortly before his recent recent UK tour. The prolific Bokeh Versions/Seagrave/Tapeworm affiliated artist discusses the nature of dub music, his unique approach to composition, and life in the Greek capital.