Experiments & Observations on Electricity
In March 2022, my music project "Experiments & Observations on Electricity" became a reality, influenced by a visit to a Titanic exhibition and a quiz question about Benjamin Franklin.
My inspiration stemmed from bands like Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, Tangerine Dream, and Jean-Michel Jarre, and a multitude of electronic and ambient artists.
The first completed track, "An Overwhelming Sense of Sadness" was first conceived amidst the poignant atmosphere of a Titanic exhibition, leading to a burst of creativity and a foray into music production. The project's inception marked a significant turning point driven by newfound passion and dedication, resulting in a musical journey of self-discovery and one that will hopefully resonate with listeners.
Reviews for The Ascensión
“The progression of “Movement I” is where its true power lies. As the track builds, the melodies grow richer and more haunting, layering with an eerie calm that is anything but passive. There’s a steady, trance-like rhythm that feels almost otherworldly, pulling you deeper into its spell with each passing second. The subtle shifts in melody and intensity guide the listener along a journey that feels introspective and boundless, a gradual ascension that speaks to the album’s title. By the end, the listener is left with a lingering sense of awe, as if having experienced something intensely personal yet universally resonant. It’s a track that doesn’t just invite listening; it demands surrender, immersing you in its shadowy, beautifully desolate world.”
— Dulaxi
“The Ascensión is a masterpiece that will undoubtedly resonate with even the pickiest experimental and avant-garde music fans. With four incredible compositions, Experiments & Observations On Electricity paints a vivid imagery of Icelandic landscapes while showcasing tremendous experience, knowledge, skills, and talent. The continuous collision between organic and industrial sounds delivers that fascinating, ethereal, serene ambiance worth repeating over and over again. Experiments & Observations On Electricity created an outstanding album that positions himself at the very top of the ambient music scene, and you should immediately place “The Ascensión” on your music radar. The album is available on all streaming platforms. Don’t miss it!”
— ThoughtsWordsAction
“One of the most striking aspects of The Ascensión is its sense of space. The artist’s decision to base the album around a loop that gradually evolves over the course of the tracks creates a meditative, almost transcendent experience. As the album progresses, the loops subtly change, introducing new layers, shifting frequencies, and evolving rhythms. The music feels both organic and meticulously crafted, with each movement building upon the last in an almost ceremonial way.”
— Parkett
“The Ascensión by Experiments & Observations on Electricity (EOE) is an immersive four-track album that brings listeners into a haunting, atmospheric journey. Released on October 18, 2024, by Cult Image Music, the album was inspired by a blend of field recordings, studio experimentation, and ambient influences like William Basinski and Brian Eno. Each track builds a layered, surreal atmosphere that feels like an auditory exploration of mysterious, otherworldly realms.”
— Illustrate
I’m really excited to announce the release of the second Experiments & Observations on Electricity. Titled The Ascensión, it’s an album I am immensely proud of.
When I sat down in my studio at the beginning of December last year, to start work on album number 2, I had a vague idea of what I wanted to achieve for the EOE follow up. I had a handful of rough musical sketches, but try as I might, nothing really stuck or sound as I wanted. I then had the horrible thought that maybe the first album would be the only album I’ll ever release!!!
I then remembered recordings I had made, from walking up and down six flights of metallic stairs in an echoey stairwell. Taking the best bits and I edited them together, creating this rhythmic loop. This sample I thought, might spark a track, but in fact it sparked a complete album.
All artists say that they’re proud of the latest release, but for me, I’ve proven to myself that I can create more music, that the debut album wasn’t a one-off. I’ve learnt new techniques in the studio, overcome hurdles, have even formed new ideas for further albums, and most importantly learnt that, the journey for Experiments & Observations on Electricity isn’t over just yet!!!
The Ascensión is released on October 18th via Bandcamp, as a limited edition (of 50) cassette and digital download.
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Another playlist spot, and following on from the evening before (see below), and very much like that show, I was featured with some super artists, Megalithic Transport Network in particular, has produced some wonderfully atmospheric music. All though are worth a listen.
Check out the below link.
https://http//isolatedcommunity.bandcamp.com/
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November has turned into a busy month, with reviews and playlists, and on 10/11/24 I was featured on the below show. Always great to be featured on any show, so many thanks to DJ Space Terrapin, even more so, as I was featured on the same show as the rather superb Aphex Twin.
The weird, the eerie, the nonsensical ...
DJ SpaceTerrapin presents beautiful, fascinating, inspiring, uplifting, downlifting, sidewayslifting electronica from the Archives of Enclosure Three.
New show every Sunday evening 9pm UK Time on madwaspradio.com. Repeated at 2pm Tuesday and 2pm Friday. Upload to Mixcloud also on Friday.
Information & Contact via DJ SpaceTerrapin@GehegeDrei (Twitter) and/or gehegedrei@outlook.de.
Support the artists. Most of them are to be found on Bandcamp.
If you like what we do then please consider supporting the station. Mad Wasp Radio are a commercial free station and we rely on listener support to keep doing what we do.
http://madwaspradio.com/listener-support
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ArrhythNia Records Compilation 5: Experimental Music And Noise (aNr150)
I had a track featured on the above compilation earlier this month. Released by ArrhythNia Records on November 1st, I feature at 74 of 100 in the running order.
My submission was a new version of Movement 2 (Movement 2.5), trying something out that had time allowed earlier this year, I would have experimented with this track a little more, as it was, I left as it was. I’ve flicked through the music but haven’t had time for a complete listen, it is over 11 hours, nevertheless, the tracks that I have heard sound very interesting, much in the same way as the LOUDsilence compilation sounded earlier in the year. Give it a listen, and if you like anything support the label and buy a track or 2. Over to Tom.
“Beyond humbled. aNr150. 100 Artists. 11 hours of Experimental Music and Noise. Thank you to everyone who sent in a track. Thank you to everyone who has sent tracks, released tracks, albums, EPs, splits or who has helped amplify the releases in anyway along the way. Follow us here, follow us on Youtube. Keep sending us stuff. Thanks -Tom Niacinamide”
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Merchandise
I’m currently in the process of setting up a merchandise business, that alongside other designs, will include t-shirts for Experiments & Observations on Electricity.
Other colours (in most) will of course be available, so watch this space.
In September I had a track featured on the rather superb series Did Somebody Say…Ambient? Movement 3.25 plus an appeared in Episode 11 “Your Own Personal Ascension”, and I was also asked to record an introduction.
As mentioned, it’s a superb series of shows, featuring some fantastic artists and music, and I feel very honoured to have been included in an episode. My intro / track starts at 43:42, but you really need to listen to the whole programme.
In this episode take a trip beyond the stars with a plethora of wonderful artists and creators making music in the ever growing and diverse genres of ambient, electronica, neofolk, drone, noise, experimental, dark ambient and more. Hear introductions to tracks from the artists themselves including the likes of Piscean Daydreams, Press Any Key, Scholars of the Peak, Jim Szudy, Experiments & Observations on Electricity and Corpse Pose.
Headphones on, take yourself away from normality and make a new discovery (and support the artists if you can)
Thank you
Lonetapes x
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First broadcast on the 19th September 2024, on Cando FM, Space Is The Place Radio Show gave a first airplay to Movement 4 from my new EOE album The Ascensión. You’ll find my track at 48:24 but give it a listen through, you’ll find some good tunes. A big thank you to SITP for their support.
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The Dreamtime of The Ascensión
Released in late September, Movement 3.5 “The Dreamtime” is, again, another free to download release.
Once again featuring 2 tracks, the first is an extended version of Movement 3, an unintended recording. Whilst recording, the samples the album have been built around stopped playing, leave a bass like drone coming from the Korg, continuing on. The sound felt relaxing to me, inducing a calm feeling so I let it run for a further 15 minutes or so minutes. The track was edited and embellished, and reduced to a listener friendly 14:17.
Track 2 is Movement 0.75 which follows on from the “LOUDsilence” session, as I term it, and is maybe a touch more polished, and a tad longer. This track won’t appear on the album, or anywhere else.
Genesis of The Ascensión
The first new music since Movement 0.5 was released at the start of this year. This free to download 2 track single features Movement 3.25 which is a shortened version of Movement 3 from the forthcoming EOE album The Ascensión. Movement 5 was cut from the album release, as I felt it didn’t sit comfortably with the other tracks.
Movement 0.5
In February 2024, the LOUDsilence label sought tracks for their compilation "Minute," limited to 60-second durations. Whilst work on my second album continued (and still does in May 2024), I thought I’d challenge myself to produce a piece of music, and crafted "Movement 0.5".
This track not only secured a spot on the 'Minute' compilation but also marked EOE’s debut on a music collection. No official video was produced, but I pulled some footage together for my YouTube channel, and if you wish to hear Movement 0.5 or any of the many other artists featured on this label click on LOUDsilence.
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The Emptiness Song (Hollow)
Released as a companion piece for the first EOE album, this track is very different to the other 2 pieces on the release. Neither sprawling, or ambient, as such, it’s nevertheless dark in nature and felt like the perfect ending for it.
The song also marked my first ever music video, and my first ever attempt at this media. With footage shot on the Suffolk coast, Waltham Abbey, and Eagle Pond in East London, I am really proud of this edited version of The Emptiness Song. I hope you enjoy.
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Heavy Rain Approaching
Never initially intended to be a video, this was a track that despite my many attempts, couldn’t edit down for a single type release. In truth, I would’ve really have liked it to have been remixed by someone, and given a completely different lease of life.
Left over from The Emptiness Song video, I had footage of dark storm clouds, so instead of throwing away, I just edited together for this song, as it felt right. I think it’s a great late night watch, or just background light, but it suits, and if I ever did play live, this would be perfect for a backdrop. I hope you enjoy.
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