The National Cynical Network San Jose, California
The National Cynical Network (NCN) is a long-running, SF Bay Area alternate programming media remix project. It originally consisted of a trio of SF Bay-Area based radio collage artists: Phineas Narco, Ronald Redball and Alexander T. Newport. NCN seeks to play *with* music , using sound, and video media samples in the process of media collage or 'mediage'. ... more
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Pretty Eight Machine SE
by Inverse Phase
This is NIN (Nine Inch Nails) played songs in 8-bit format. Very clever concept and a delight to listen to, especially if you're a NIN fan.
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The Pursuit of Hyphyness
by DJ Shylock
I enjoy DJ Shylock's work immensely. This is a classic example of what he does, and is a fine album. Free Download too. Recommended!
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IFAR comp ONE
by Institute For Alien Research
I liked this very much!
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Ambients
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This left-of-center ambient collection from UK producer Xqui threads soothing, layered synth melodies through twisted arrangements.
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You Fucken Sucker
by Paul de Jong
The former member of The Books explores disappointment and despair on his brilliant new record.
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We Prefer Two
by Seward, Los Voluble, Raúl Cantizano, Marina Herlop, B1N0, Águeda García Molinero, Bofirax
Remixes of songs from the last LP by Barcelona’s Seward recast the songs amidst field recordings & moody rhythms.
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