The Tape Loop Labyrinths Of Justin Lakes

posted January 8, 2018 #

Justin Lakes has taken the concept of tape loops* and pushed the idea into an absurd and fascinating execution of chaotic spools and rollers. I love some of the more simple versions of this idea as they seem oddly plausible for playback. Regardless of the intensity, they're enjoyable to stare at and zig-zag your way through the paths.

via Bryan.

* see here for a proper primer

Juno's Jupiter

posted January 8, 2018 #

NASA built a $1billion spacecraft to aid in getting a better understand of our universe. Lately it's been spending time around Jupiter, the enormous gas giant. The Juno satellite recently completed it's 10th trip around the planet and sent back some phenomenal photos. The cloud formations alone are worth a deep dive - absolutely baffling configurations and beautiful colors.

The official NASA site and many other repositories have culled some of the best images together. Some fans have even animated them together into a fly-by of the planet.

posted January 7, 2018 #

Duck landing on ice ? https://t.co/bYjKEYzhSp

posted January 7, 2018 #

https://t.co/BTKKYGUn4Q

posted January 6, 2018 #

Forget the Fredo analogy. This is the important part of @davidfrum’s column. https://t.co/6f4FSVinpq https://t.co/CBPE4VYrxA

Friday Videos - Jan 5th, 2018

posted January 5, 2018 #

Welcome to 2018! It's a new year but that's not going to stop me from posting the same ole absurdity every week as a pleasant distraction from the world around us. As always, thanks for reading and enjoy:

Lawn - I don't know the story here and don't want to. via Paige.
Adult Dumpster Diving Freakout - "WHO CARES?! FINDERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS!" via John.
She Likes Big Words - I've been listening to this song for 19 years and it still grabs me every time. Rarely do you stumble upon the perfect blend of Duran Duran, Gary Numan and a bit of a hard rock edge. My description can't even do it justice.
I'm a Stupid Housecat - it's dumb, I admit it, but it's also catchy damnit.
Nirvirna in Major Chord - as the tweet says, "Someone auto-tuned 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' to a major chord, and now life is confusing."
Italian Grandmother learning to use Google Home - the "OK, Google" is unbelievably funny, every time.

If you need something new to listen to, get in on this podcast, with soundtrack from Makeup and Vanity Set.

CSS Image Glitch Effect

posted January 4, 2018 #

into it

posted January 4, 2018 #

atlanta monster. a new true crime podcast from ‘up and vanished’ creator @paynelindsey x @HowStuffWorks | original soundtrack by makeup and @vanityset | premieres tomorrow, january 5th on @ApplePodcasts https://t.co/DRyfhTFMOv

posted January 4, 2018 #

I hope the Spotify IPO goes well but if it doesn't I'm sure they can make it up on touring and merchandise.

Tung/Fang

posted January 4, 2018 #

As I mentioned previously, Makeup and Vanity Set is a busy guy - having released more than five albums last year with no signs of slowing down. He's also started releasing music under his other psuedonym, daas. The catalog of works isn't anywhere near as massive but it's great to hear such a stark contrast in styles to his regular output.

TUNG/FANG is certainly not for everybody but if you're a fan of many WARP records artists that are known for cutting, splicing and glitching their creations, this is for you. If you're not a fan of that style, just listen to "Beads", as it contains none of it.

DEDSA - Lighter Click

posted January 4, 2018 #

This video for Lighter Click, courtesy of the band DEDSA, evokes a visual style akin to Fantastic Planet mixed with plenty of D&D style fantasy elements and maybe even a nod to Metroid if you're paying attention. It's a visually captivating piece of work done by band member Robbie Ward.

What's even more interesting about the undertaking is that the song is not a thrashing epic of metal, it's a dance-y number that boils over through its duration. A pleasant surprise to be sure.

Jacrot: NY in White

posted January 4, 2018 #

The Bomb Cyclone of winter weather just hit the Northeast, so take a moment to enjoy these beautiful photos from French photographer Christophe Jacrot depicting New York in White, taken from previous snow storms.

Also of interest, NY in Blackout during the Hurricane Sandy aftermath and various snowstorms and Blizzards captured from all over the world.

They Might Be Giants - All Time What

posted January 3, 2018 #

been a long time since I've been excited for a TMBG album but this one is shaping up nicely

We Own This Town: Volume 99

posted January 3, 2018 #

The 99th installment of the We Own This Town podcast is now available. I had this one ready to go at the tail end of 2017 but wanted to let the Christmas music mania roll through before releasing it. It's a great smattering of musical styles; from the retro-y vibes of Lionlimb to the blazing psych-rock of Mouth Reader and shoegaze of Tape Deck Mountain, there's plenty to enjoy here.

It's kind of funny to read articles like this that lament algorithmic music discovery and its lack of personality. Personally, I think if you're looking for new music recommendations, a destination like WOTT is a great resource. I'm biased but I still think that.

Tracklisting

Peachtea - Pt. 1
Lionlimb - Maria
Mouth Reader - Eyes Sink
Two Chalfonts - Kings Highway (Tom Petty)
Tape Deck Mountain - Halo
Woodsplitter - Heart Of It All
daas - Beads

Cameron S Campbell

posted January 3, 2018 #

There's not much to see yet but I'm intrigued by these early offerings from Cameron S. Campbell, a landscape architect and artist from Austin, TX. With less than ten posts it's hard to make too much of a judgement call on what it will become but, from the artist standpoint, I'm enjoying the forms and implementation so far.

In 2018, I want to find new music without using algorithms

posted January 3, 2018 #

interesting read that boils down to listen to friends suggestions

posted January 2, 2018 #

https://t.co/BTzRFQUUly

posted January 2, 2018 #

Friday! Let’s start 2018 with a bang, y’all. 8pm. $10 at the door, $8 in advance, buy tickets at: https://t.co/xl7Zegb7OL https://t.co/YxswhohZw6

posted January 2, 2018 #

went outside. classic mistake.

posted January 2, 2018 #

i can tell by this picture... that 2018 gone be a good year https://t.co/R8YazwxeoZ