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Illmapped

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Illmapped

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Released

23 Aug 2019

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CDr, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered

Genre(s)

Electronic

Style

Dark Ambient, Noise, Glitch, Experimental

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Track List

1 Illmapped I 8:32

2 Illmapped II 11:40

3 Illmapped III 10:54

4 Illmapped IV 6:27

Notes

8/3/2019OK. I've been sitting on this release for almost a year, but it's time for it to be heard.I really focused on the process for this one, first creating a large batch of sample and loops using both outboard gear and virtual synths. I then crafted the foundational tracks using SoundGrain, a granular synthesis tool written in Python that allowed me to draw and edit sound trajectories. I then finalized the tracks in Reaper DAW, adding additional effects and sound snippets where I felt the fit.The result was 4 sooty tracks of experimental ambient glitch, filled with subtle hiss, bent tones, and off kilter, yet hypnotic loops. There's a haziness to the entire EP, as well as an underlying claustrophobia, as if you were lost underground in a labyrinth of dusty, light-less caverns or abandoned cellars.It was the last bit that got me thinking about actually releasing this with some physical components. Inspired by the works of my more artistic friends, I decided that I'd not only include some visual art, but some odd packaging as well. So the final package includes 5 digital prints (created by Sophie Threedouble and produced by Derek Rush) and a compass for when you're lost underground. This is all stored in a hand number paper mache book box bound in cord.So this was a long time coming, but I'm pretty proud of it, both from a sonic and visual standpoint. Thanks again to Sophie and Derek for their help on this project. It was originally intended to be a one-off, but we'll see...