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Friends of Sounds & Noises, Vol​.​2

1/3/2019

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Today I released a compilation album on my Bandcamp site called FRIENDS OF SOUNDS & NOISES, Vol. 2 - Like the first volume in this series, this volume is focused primarily on the music of others, although I always can’t help myself and have to join in the fun - I have an appearance here as well - But I’d like to go over some of my thoughts of the artists as they appear here.
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ELMS - The Path (https://elms.bandcamp.com) -
​I discovered the music of ELMS when I relocated here, and he appears regularly - As this track no doubt sheds some light on - I’d say my favorite part of the music is it’s soulful quality - And the dizzying landscapes it conveys.
Joel Crutcher - (https://panpanpanaviandistresscall.bandcamp.com/track/duct-tape-wont-fix-this_) - Like something out of a desert twilight, this one - A very atmospheric sonic treat.
Albert Negredo (http://albertnegredo.net) - I came across his work online & really glad to have done so - He appears twice on this release.
Wilfried Hanrath (https://www.youtube.com/user/flyingtonefish) - Another virtual connection, I’ve not known Wilfred that long but we’ve already got quite a catalog of various collaborations, and I’m always thrilled to hear what he has in store for us!!
Peter Wullen (https://soundcloud.com/peter-wullen) - I believe it was first on Soundcloud we became acquainted, but it’s hard to say - He’s a very busy boy & I’ve seen his work in a number of different contexts & across various media, with the aspect of a high quality across the board ~! Check it out.
The Bim Prongs (http://www.recordism.com/The_Bim_Prongs.html) one of my great joys in re-locating to Canada has been the opportunity to collaborate in a variety of ways with Electronic Cottage’s own W.A. Davison - AKA = THE BiM PRoNGS - Top Shelf Stuff ~!
Jaap Blonk & Nora Mulder - (http://www.jaapblonk.com) (http://noramulder.nl) - I’ve had the good fortune to interact with these two amazing musicians in the past, and was able to get them to record some collaborations they made during a recent tour - What can I say? Sit back & enjoy masters at their craft.
Antonella Eye Porchelluzzi
(https://antonellaeyeaynilporcelluzzi.bandcamp.com/) - Another international collaboration, coming to us from France with some tasty sounds.
Awkward Geisha
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https://awkwardgeisha.bandcamp.com) -
​One of the things about organizing these albums is the random nature of what happens  - I'm sorry to say that Awkward Geisha - Primarily a rotating collective centered around Ade Rowe - Has closed up shop. I don't know if this is the last song released, but it is near the end of their run - And the end of an era. Happy to have been a small part of the legacy. 
Eddie Lee Sausage & Infinite Article - (https://www.facebook.com/groups/24267847400/) -
​Eddie Lee Sausage & myself have a personal history, having spent time in the trenches of the artist’s community in the driftless region of Wisc. - Still cherished memories - Speaking of which, Here’s Peter & Raymond - AKA SHUT UP LITTLE MAN, which Mr. Sausage had a pivotal role in bringing to the world.
#Grim6i6ter6  (https://www.mixcloud.com/thea-blachship/) is another guise of a collaborator of mine who works in a number of sonic realms - I've made albums with Diluadnumb another guise - Good stuff all around - 

{AN} EeL (https://soundcloud.com/nealretke) -
​This guy - What the heck can you say about this guy ? He's setting the world on fire with his movie star good looks ? He's a virtual Lothario ? It seems like he's part toad ? - Truth is, folks, I just muddle along as best I can.
James Bailey (https://www.pinterest.ca/weirdcanada/weird-100-canadas-forgotten-underground/?lp=true) - His album DIMENSIONS cracked top 100 Canadian Underground sounds, and like the BIM PRONGS I’m delighted my location in Canada has allowed multiple collaborations.
Glenn Sogge ( https://auralfilms.bandcamp.com ) another prolific internet denizen, I’d encountered his work many times before we came together in a  field recording project - And have collaborated from time to time since. 
The Psycho Paranoid Flower Power Electro Shit Song Company
(https://psychoparanoidflowerpowerelectroshitsongcompany.bandcamp.com)- Full disclosure - I’ve been a member of this fluid & cryptic ensemble in the past - But this is all the enigmatic C. Viard ~!
And there you have it - I am always amazed at how selfless & stunning the artist who work with me are - These volumes often have sparks & fire, and it’s always down to the high level of quality of the artists that I am happily fortunate enough to work with - 

And keep this in mind dear reader, I enjoy collaborations and am open to projects, so if you have something in mind do not hesitate to get in touch ~! 

https://panpanpanaviandistresscall.bandcamp.com/album/friends-of-sounds-noises-vol-2
9 Comments
Rafael González
1/4/2019 04:41:16

Good sounds, good cover! A great compilation (as always)

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Neal D Retke
1/4/2019 14:52:24

Thank you very much Rafael ~!

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Rafael González
1/5/2019 12:42:52

You’re welcome, Nel! Thanks for your projects!

Rafael González
1/5/2019 12:44:54

Neal! I had eaten an "a"

William Davison link
1/4/2019 09:51:21

Thank you for the kind words, my friend!

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Rafael González
1/4/2019 11:04:29

It is a great pleasure for me!

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Neal D Retke
1/4/2019 14:54:36

Thanks very much sir to you ~! more this in 2019

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Hal McGee
1/6/2019 10:49:54

I was able to listen to the first 12 songs here at my job and enjoyed it. Neal, you didn't write anything about Roger Whittaker.

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Neal Retke
1/6/2019 13:12:16

Oversight on my part - Revision to be emailed shortly

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    Neal D. Retke

    {AN} EeL =  Veteran of the Mail Art scene, Former resident @ Dreamtime Village, Inarticulate Poet & Fumbling artist -Tattoo Artist, Peep Show Janitor, Retired Facial Hair Champion & Scion of a life well lived. 

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