Loula Yorke: Good Vibrations
With her improvised, hardware-only sonic collages, composer and modular specialist Loula Yorke has become a live performer of high repute
Vicky Clarke: Neural Pathways
Based in Manchester, sound artist Vicky Clarke explores DIY electronics, digital art and what she calls “techno-emotional states”, resulting in scintillating recorded work and live AV performances
Space-Age and Woooo
More random musings from Fat Roland. On his mind this month (as far as we can tell): Ambient Music
Philippe Petit: Little Wonder
Philippe Petit, co-founder of thriving electronic/modular synthesis platform Modulisme, is a prolific, modular-focused recording artist in his own right
‘Weekender’
Flowered Up keyboard player Tim Dorney discusses the evolution and impact of the titanic ‘Weekender’, the band’s 1992 post-rave anthem
Arthur Baker: Quality Baked Goods
Legendary producer Arthur Baker shouldn’t really need any introduction. With a new compilation showcasing his classic 1980s remixes, he reflects on his time working with New Order, the rigours of being a full-on restaurateur, and having his own radio show
Jack Said What
Freewheeling through time and space, Kris Needs continues his adventures in sound. This month: Jack Said What
Bluedot 2023 Review
Even four days of monsoon-style rain could not diminish the sparkle or dampen the enthusiasm of the crowd at this year’s Bluedot festival. From ‘Doctor Who’ to the inimitable powerhouse that is Grace Jones, there were so many highlights…
Roberto Gerhard
Resident archivist Jack Dangers ponders a seven-inch called ‘Electronic Music’ by overlooked composer Roberto Gerhard
Co-Pilot: Taking Flight
Welcome aboard! Your crew today? Manchester enigma Jim Noir and honey-voiced Soundcarriers/International Teachers Of Pop frontwoman Leonore Wheatley. Together they are Co-Pilot and their new album is a one-way flight to psychedelic pop heaven