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Ott & The
All-Seeing I
Ott was doomed to be a teenager in the cultural wasteland
that was mid-1980′s provincial England. After a brief period spent wandering
aimlessly through the hairsprayed deserts of New Romanticism and poodle-rock he
found refuge in the warm, inviting sounds of Scientist, King Tubby, LKJ, and
Prince Far-I and the effortless grace of European experimentalists Neu! and
Kraftwerk. Spending the early days of his career working as a studio engineer,
racking up credits on works by Brian Eno, The Orb, Youth, African Head Charge,
Steve Hillage, On-U-Sound, and more, Ott eventually ventured out as an artist,
creating and releasing some of the most influential electronic music albums of
the time. Ott combined his undeniable mastery as a studio engineer with a fresh
creative approach to a variety of styles, developing a sound both relevant and
unique. Releasing three albums with Twisted Records, ‘Hallucinogen in Dub’,
‘Blumenkraft’, and ‘Skylon’, and performing a whirlwind of gigs worldwide, he
created a growing demand for his works both in the studio and live. The
release of his current full length album ‘Mir’ on his own Ottsonic label in
2011 marked the beginning of a new phase. After many tour dates and a handful
of festivals, we find ourselves moving into 2013… and Ott & The All-Seeing
I. Ott & The All-Seeing I is a live four piece band performing
material from ‘Blumenkraft’, ‘Skylon’, ‘Mir’, and new unreleased songs.
Featuring Ott (electronics), Naked Nick (vocals, guitar, synths, and
percussion), Chris Barker (bass), and Matt White (drums), the band captures all
the intricate glory of Ott’s electronic sets, but augments them with a raw
power and spontaneity which propels the songs to another level. Naked Nick
is responsible for guitars and vocals on many of Ott’s best loved songs such as
‘Adrift in Hilbert Space’, ‘The Aubergine Of The Sun’, and ‘The Queen Of All
Everything’. Chris Barker is the other half of Umberloid and has provided
bass on Ott, Hallucinogen in Dub, and Sphongle albums. Matt White is a
drummer of some 25 years of experience who first played with Ott and Chris
Barker in their first band as teenagers way back in the late 1980’s. Together,
they are Ott & The All-Seeing I.
Octopus Nebula
Colorado's Octopus Nebula has recently opened up on the
scene, impressing audiences far and wide with their new style of music that
blends elements of electronic, ambient, downtemps, breakbeat, rock, acid jazz,
and ethereal grooves. Originally formed in 2004, the current incarnation
coalesced in 2008 and consists of Fleeb Thomas on bass, Robin Bloch on guitar,
John Safarik on keys, and Dan Raasch on drums. These musicians have come
together not only to inspire the dance floor (which they do on a regular
basis), but also to spread positive vibrations through music. The rise of
Octopus Nebula has been swift and complete, as was evidenced at the first show
they ever played together, a sold-out gig at Colorado's famous Mishawaka
Amphitheater with musical icons from across the pond, Shpongle and Ott. In
addition to these two major names, Octopus Nebula has shared the stage with
such heavy-hitters as the Disco Biscuits, Random Rab, Bluetech, Lotus, David
Murphy (of STS9), Ana Sia, Eskmo, Boombox, Signal Path, EOTO, and
RJD2.Currently laying out the textured psychedelic grooves for their first
album, Octopus Nebula shuns the formulaic in favor of a purely original sound,
a gamble that has paid off in the long run for this talented quartet. The music
refuses to be classified and, as a result, gives the sense that the members of
Octopus Nebula are truly breaking new ground.
Project Aspect
In 2008 I began ProJect Aspect, a new vision in a
digital/electronic light. My Aspect is the specifics included within the depths
of sound, creating multiple layers to overall provide an unpredictable live
performance meant to touch the soul. A lot of emotion goes into writing tracks
for me. The biggest opportunity to express my rawest of feelings and lay them
all out on the table. I write songs to perform them live. Nothing makes my
heart happier than playing live music and connecting with new people. In
January 2008 I began pursuing musical creation in a new light. With
electronic/hip hop influences ranging all across the galaxy, I Started
"ProJect Aspect". A new vision, way of looking at music as a whole,
an idea if you will. Computer performance is the backbone of this project and
performing 100% Organic, original material is an essential piece in what which
makes ProJect Aspect. With a vast array of heavy bass tones, melodic ambience,
whompy hyphy crunchy beats, and mashup acapellas, Aspect brings a unique sound
to the dance floor that will leave you craving more! -Jay Jaramillo
(ProJect Aspect)
Future Simple Project
Future Simple Project is an amalgamation of musical,
movement and aerial artists. FSP features audio performers MIRAJA & MIKEY
FISHER of the Family Moons Artist Collective / Dubanimals. They are often
joined by live violinist Ilya Goldberg, aerial fabric dancers and movement
artists MaQi Star, Akayate, Jilly Kat, Lani, Shakti Sunfire, and other special
guests. Together this dynamic group weaves a sacred visual soundscape
intertwined with pretty melodies, complex rhythms, gripping basslines and
mystifying movement.
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