SOLACE has received its second review, this time from The Wire (Dec 2013). It reminds me a bit of Heathen Harvest’s review of Feb 23rd when they wrote: “it probably shouldn’t be played in public. Ever.” Brilliant, and in the context of the review, meant as a compliment. The Wire’s was a little more reserved […]
fast + Dirty, NEPAN (Aberdeen)
In September, Ian Spink and I led a creative workshop called fast+Dirty for dancers, musicians and visual artists as part of the North East Participatory Arts Network (NEPAN). fast+Dirty is a multidisciplanary workshop/residency developed by Ian Spink in 1983. Since then he has delivered over 20 workshops with professional and emerging artists from across […]
STEIM Residency 2008
In 2008 I was awarded a CPD grant by the then Scottish Arts Council (now known as Creative Scotland) to undertake a residency at STEIM in Amsterdam. The project involved creating an instrument that combined a number of circuit bent devices, custom built modules, DIY synths, high-end effects units, and an fx-pedal or two, into […]
Circuit Bending, Hardware Hacking, and Drunken Roommate Interviews
Several years ago when I lived in Austin, Texas, I went through the laborious process of trying to find a replacement roommate. This is a great way to meet people who you would never want to live with. My favourite was a slightly older woman who arrived 30 minutes late, dressed in a skimpy nightclub outfit […]
Slackerville and The Gates Ensemble
I took this photo in Austin on the last day of the trip (not even a week ago) just outside of End of an Ear (the best experimental weirdo music shop in Texas). It was great to see everyone and to play a few gigs (AMODA’s Performance Series, Austin’s Cage Centenary Concert, and a recording […]