FUTURE FOREST

// Bastian Void / Three Fourths Tigers - Designs for Coloring

2012-01-17T15:42:00.000-08:00

Faux-Pas Industries and Moss Archive present:
Designs for Coloring by Bastian Void and Three Fourths Tigers.

Photo by Ana Caras. Design by me.

Split release from Joseph Bastardo and Ryan Mulhall, the two halves of Looks Realistic. Roots, leaves, moss and dirt. Each half is a distinct take on tape recording and manipulation, using synthesizers and sampling keyboards. Both sides were edited, mixed and arranged at Moss Archive, in the forest-valley of New Hampshire's White Mountains.
Edition of 100 hand-numbered, pro-dubbed audio cassettes. Coming January 2012.

On the first side we have moldy melodics and blown tape crumble from Bastian Void. Analog synthesizers bubble and rip the tape into a warm dust. You've sleepwalked into a secret science lab, hidden in the woods behind your house. You flip a switch. Recorded to 4-track summer 2011 in Worcester, MA.

Canopy Process by Bastian Void

Monadnock by Bastian Void

The flip side from Three Fourths Tigers offers up a broken screen of bright rainbows smeared with soil. Recorded to portable tape recorder on a camping trip. Computers tell you bedtime stories while keyboards play a glitched-out recounting of American pop music, until the batteries finally sputter to a halt. Some days, puffs of pink lint drift by. Other times, tar smears across your back yard while you're trying to play flashlight tag.

Dust Collector by Three Fourths Tigers

Gloss Plains by Three Fourths Tigers

// Trills / Charlie Naked - əˈnɛmənii

2011-12-24T23:31:00.000-08:00

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The final album by Trills. The cover drawings were by Denis Cisneros, who also plays guitar on a couple of tracks. I was given access to his sketchbook, from which I assembled several collages for the cover images.

It's a real shame that this is the final Trills release, because it is probably my favorite thing Jonathan has done thus far. Absolutely beautiful pieces that weave between acoustic sound collages, radiating synthesizer waves, and manipulated piano/guitar pieces. A beautiful final statement from Trills.

The Charlie Naked half consists of enormous deep drones, constantly shifting focal points before you. This is stuff you get lost in. Created with a plethora of instruments at his home studio in Houston, TX. Naked's been doing it since 1995 and it shows.

// One Kind Favor Logo

2011-12-24T23:26:00.001-08:00

Here's the logo I've designed for One Kind Favor. A small record label run by Nick Williams, of Cave Bears. The label specializes in rare/obscure re-releases on vinyl LP.

// Safety Danger

2011-12-07T16:30:00.000-08:00

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Proud to share my artwork for the debut album from Safety Danger. The solo project of Ryan Mulhall. Bright, colorful melodies built around a lo-fi Yamaha keyboard. Soaring vocals and synth laser-blasts surround the intricate loops. This image was a collaborative effort between Ryan and myself.

Download the album for free from his Bandcamp Page.

// Boreal Network - Means Business

2011-09-12T07:26:00.001-07:00

So psyched to finally be able to post this. Boreal Network's amazing new album. Probably going to be one of my favorites of the year. It's a free download from retronym.co.uk

Means Business is a record that begins by looking directly into the heart of the corporate art aesthetic, using the fictitious Boreal Network organization itself as a lens through which to peer into a world of glistening office parks and freshly printed documents.

The first half of the record gleams with polish and bravado, promising high rates of return and prosperity. As the album progresses however, sounds and themes suggest a gritty, polluted reality lurking beyond the shining facade of industry. The latter portion of Means Business is pocked with distorted, dirty sounds and leering, noxious synths, as the proud image of Boreal Network steadily becomes completely choked out by smog and desolation.

Here's a video from the album:

boreal network - boreal network corporate training video from broken machine films on Vimeo.

// Bastian Void - Horicon Sketches

2011-09-05T07:31:00.000-07:00

Bastian Void - Horicon Sketches
Digitalis Ltd #215

Very excited to announce my next album, coming out soon on cassette from the awesome Digitalis LTD again! All art and music by me!

"joe bastardo returns with bastian void's sophomore missive thrown into the swirling abyss. mirrored shards reach out and pluck chord changes from a diamond's eye. these electric daydreams move along on muted rhythms. soak it all in as you take a journey into the unsettling sonic environments of melting landscapes. this is as much in the sky as it is buried underground. a festive spectrum." - Digitalis

Marbles by Bastian Void

Bloom Perspective by Bastian Void

Ray Sentence by Bastian Void

Using Plastic / Wax Mist by Bastian Void

// Looks Realistic - Opticoral

2011-08-21T07:37:00.000-07:00

moss003 - OPTICORAL

New CDr now available from Looks Realistic. Synthesizers and voice recorded live at the Moss Archive. Artwork by me.

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Have a listen! Email me to order a CD.

In other Looks Realistic news, our first album 'Sans' has been remastered and re-edited. Download it for free from our bandcamp page!

// Gay Shapes Tour Poster

2011-08-01T07:46:00.000-07:00

Something I designed to take on our summer tour with us. Limited to 20 signed and hand-numbered prints. Now all sold out.

// Gay Shapes - Untitled Tour Cassette

2011-07-20T07:40:00.000-07:00

moss002 - Gay Shapes. 100 copies. Chrome Tape.

Originally made to take on our summer tour. This was something I designed quickly. I wanted the grainy artwork to reflect the noise of the music.

Digital Download available from our Bandcamp page.

// Bastian Void - Ported

2011-06-19T07:04:00.000-07:00

Bastian Void - Ported
Digitalis ltd #202

Presenting the artwork (and music) of my first solo album. Out on limited, pro-dubbed chrome cassette from Digitalis Industries.

Midnight Societies by Bastian Void

Glass Age by Bastian Void

Windows 97 / In Reality by Bastian Void

when you open your debut with the sounds of a modem connecting to the internet, you really have to deliver. massachusetts resident joe bastardo lets you know from the first spectrum that he's not fucking around. rhythmic casio spells cast with a wide ’90s web filter in through a slanted prism. with titles like "vaporware," "the TAG towers" and "windows 97 / in reality" you'd be forgiven if your mind drifts toward ferraro-isms, but bastardo's soundtrack runs less underwater and more straight at your throat. "ported" is a pre-apocalyptic cybergasm.
-Digitalis Industries

Ported is out now on cassette tape from Digitalis Ltd. Strictly limited to 75 copies. Check any cool distributor like Mimoroglu or Discriminate Music.

// White Mountains - Lightforms EP

2011-05-04T07:19:00.000-07:00

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Here is my artwork for the latest EP from White Mountains. Lightforms is shimmering and smooth. Like floating through a city street at night. There is a sense of propulsion throughout the album. Great for late nights and early mornings.

// Moss Archive

2011-04-03T14:15:00.001-07:00

Here is the logo I've designed for Moss Archive.

I conceptualized Moss Archive back in early 2010 and have had the idea on the back burner for over a year. Recently, I have found myself looking for a place to showcase all of my musical projects. Not quite a label, Moss Archive will probably function as more of an unofficial collection of like-minded artists. Expect small runs of hand-made releases on tape and CD-r, as well as free downloads.

// DOM Llama

2011-03-24T09:33:00.000-07:00

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Proud to announce my new t-shirt design for the legendary DOM. If you hadn't heard them yet, google it or something. Buy their albums on their website. Buy their merch when their tour rolls through a city near you!

// Trills - Blue Metabolic Sunrise

2011-03-18T14:44:00.001-07:00

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I am proud to finally share my artwork for Blue Metabolic Sunrise, the next album by Trills. This collection of retro-futuristic passages finds Jonathan Jindra experimenting with bubbly, analog textures. Many of the songs are based off of live improvisations on various synthesizers. This approach lends itself to a wonderfully organic sound.

The album will be released on cd-digipak, and as a digital download on Retronym Records. For the digital download, I designed a different psychedelic image to go along with each of the nine songs. Download your copy here to see them all.

Doesn't that look pretty? Support physical media! Buy one for $10!

// Skytree Logo

2011-02-09T16:30:00.000-08:00

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Here is my design for Skytree's logo. A mixture of electronic scapes and soulful guitar playing. Evoking feelings of a vast forest, Skytree has released music on Earstroke, Boltfish, Herb, Tympanik, Lotus Vibes and Benbecula.

// Burning Mill T-shirt

2011-02-09T16:23:00.000-08:00

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Here is my design for the Burning Mill Records t-shirt. Coming soon! I don't have a photo of the printed shirt yet. So for now, just imagine this man's face spread across your chest.

// Binarium Logo

2011-01-18T20:24:00.000-08:00

Here is the logo I created for Binarium Productions as well as the Binarium Sound Series.

Founded by Jonathan 'Trills' Jindra, the Binarium Sound Series is a weekly experimental music series in Houston, TX. They focus on showcasing noise, abstract electronica, free jazz, dance and film featuring a strong interest in new modalities of musical expression. The shows take place at The Mekong Underground (outside of Khon's Bar) at 2808 Milam St.

Accidentally took my time in getting this one up. Created July, 2010.

// Sam Gas Can - Dedicated to Lauryn Hill

2011-01-14T08:27:00.000-08:00

My artwork for Sam Gas Can's "Dedicated to Lauryn Hill"

As cliche as it might sound, if there's one thing to expect from Sam Gas Can, it's the unexpected. Seriously, what is this? Some tribute to Lauryn Hill? Whatever, it's totally genius.

Cassette out now on YDLMIER. Limited edition of 40. So pick one up, quick!

// The Sahara Jan 22nd

2011-01-09T14:37:00.000-08:00

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// Looks Realistic - sans

2010-12-25T17:19:00.000-08:00

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Proud to announce the first album from my band, Looks Realistic. Eight casioscape prog jams, uploaded to our Bandcamp page as a free download! Please check it out HERE.

// White Mountains - Northern Spirit

2010-12-21T16:27:00.001-08:00

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Here is my cover design for the single "Northern Spirit" by White Mountains. The track is off of his album "Wilderness," which can be found below.

Download the single from iTunes HERE!

// Wormhole Logo

2010-12-15T07:45:00.000-08:00

Here is my logo design for the Wormhole collective.

Wormhole is a new label/collective started up in Worcester by Andy Cary and Ben Wheeler of the Golden Girls. More info here.

// United Notions 001 & 002

2010-09-29T08:57:00.000-07:00

I am proud to announce my contribution to the clothing company, Mozaiks. My line of t-shirts is called United Notions.

United Notions brings into view an instantaneous and interconnected awareness. As an eclipse crawls across the face, we dance beneath a vastness! Through wires, and between skies, it will be known: this time is ours.

//OUR LEGACY

When all is said and done, the auto industry will have a lot of old junk to take care of.

//SINKHOLE

While our economy is in a state of distress, those up top are doing the best the best they can to avoid the repercussions of their actions.

Printed with high quality ink, on American Apparel shirts!

To order yours, go here!
http://www.mozaiks.com/

// White Mountains - Wilderness

2010-09-26T21:54:00.000-07:00

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Presenting my album artwork for White Mountains' debut, "Wilderness." As well as the logo which will be used for various pieces of merch, including shirts and stickers.

A shimmering, pulsing dance party in the woods. It also has moments of beautiful ambiance. Wilderness is being released this November by Waaga Records. Comes digitally or limited "hand-sewn" CD edition.

myspace.com/whitemountainsmusic
waagarecords.com/

// DOM Merch Design

2010-08-14T17:27:00.000-07:00

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My design. Buy it from Dom.

If you have yet to hear DOM, do yourself a favor and check out the raddest band this side of Pitchfork. From my hometown of Worcester, MA. These guys are doing huge things. Recently headed out on tour with Ratatat. Find my new t-shirt when you see them live. Buy it. Love life.

// Sam Gas Can - Dog Dance

2010-08-14T17:13:00.001-07:00

My Artwork for Sam Gas Can's "Dog Dance"

Behold Sam Gas Can in all his glory! Massachusetts-based genre-melting musician, sound/comic artist extraordinaire. This cassette tape sounds like a wonderful, murky journey through the forest. The album artwork says it all. Out now on Digitalis ltd.

ltd#78: sam gas can “dog dance” c22

sam gas can is one to leave you wondering endlessly and wandering aimlessly. it all starts with a low-key dance party for your favorite haunted asylum. manic voices and near-tribal beats plummet like a meteor through the clouds. you walk into this mental ward with no fucken clue how you got there. luckily there’s clarity on the horizon in the form of uber-melodic synth passages that will guide you like a drunken sailor back to the shore. the morning brings pump organ catharsis that’s bathed in warm white light. hypnotic vocals fill the air while the melodies grind along underneath. it’s blindingly emotive – you can’t help but be drawn in by the familiar comforts of each note that gently takes you home. beautiful stuff from one of the most underappreciated artists in massachussetts.

edition of 75, pro-dubbed.

Buy it or listen to samples here!

// NTSC Vol. 1

2010-08-05T16:19:00.000-07:00

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My design for NTSC Volume 1. recently released on DVD.

NTSC is the alias of video artist Steven Grisé. The video album is full of visuals, both absurd and beautiful. All shown through a psychedelic haze of VHS interference. Featuring the remixing abilities of Boston-based DJ/producer Coralcola. Here's a clip:

Original Song by: DOM. Chopped and Screwed mix featured on: Coralcola 4th of July 2K10 Burnt out Worcester BBQ Mix.

Mix available for FREE DOWNLOAD at:
http://drop.io/CoralcolaBBQ

// The Firehouse August 4th

2010-08-03T17:50:00.000-07:00

// The Sahara July 30th

2010-07-22T22:16:00.000-07:00

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// Xurba Remix EP

2010-07-02T23:30:00.000-07:00

My artwork for Xurba's Remix EP.

So glad I can finally post this! A collection of remixes by Xurba. Classic 'IDM' sound. Melodic and spacey. You can hear it here!

// The FYC June 28

2010-06-27T17:43:00.000-07:00

// We Are the Pagans

2010-06-06T16:16:00.000-07:00

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My artwork for the Black Moth Super Rainbow fan compilation. Download here.

// Looks Realistic Untitled CDr

2010-05-05T22:15:00.000-07:00

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Music that I have been making with friends.
More info here_ http://www.myspace.com/looksrealistic

// Golden Girls - Ultimate Freedom 7"

2010-03-25T22:41:00.000-07:00

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My artwork for the debut 7" from Golden Girls out on Burning Mill Records.

Gnarly, upbeat, blown out, garage pop shredding, from my home town of Worcester, Massachusetts! These guys were on pitchfork not too long ago. A force to be reckoned with!

// Secret Station T-Shirt

2010-02-07T16:01:00.000-08:00

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Man, this guy sure does look cool with his Secret Station t-shirt, designed by yours truly.

Pick one up while you can!

Also available in white on black.

// Trills - Modular Puzzle

2010-01-19T17:48:00.000-08:00

The new album out by Trills. On i,absentee, who has released music by Lunar Testing Lab and Tobacco from Black Moth Super Rainbow!
Check out a great review of the album here.

// FUR presents 'Witches'

2010-01-07T17:27:00.000-08:00

Happy 2010!

Here is the artwork for 'Witches,' the new full length from FUR. Coming out Feb 23rd from Waaga Records!

Limited dition of 125!
More info here: http://pitchfork.com/forkcast/13718-black-castles-ft-alan-palomo-of-neon-indian/

// Waaga Records Logo

2009-12-29T20:38:00.000-08:00

The logo for Waaga Records, a subdivision of Lefse Records! These guys will be putting on new music from artists like FUR, Florene, Power Animal, Treasure, Ming Ming Dance Company, and Soft Cat! Be on the lookout for some awesome stuff!

// Phasen - Selected Remixes 08/09

2009-12-17T15:14:00.000-08:00

Download link for the album coming soon on Unnamed Label!

Those who download will be treated to the super intense, full-sized version of the artwork!

// BoC Pages Banner

2009-11-28T14:24:00.000-08:00

My banner for Bocpages.org
Ultra ephemera:

The BoC Pages is a Boards of Canada wiki.
The logo was not done by me. It was created by some mysterious user over at Twoism.org.

// 88 Marquis - 1992 In an Igloo Remixed

2009-11-04T08:54:00.000-08:00

A companion-piece to 1992 In an Igloo. This remix EP has some great stuff on it from some really talented folks.

Out NOW!! Free download from Retronym Records!!

// Black Castles

2009-10-03T23:34:00.000-07:00

"Black Castles" new remix EP by FUR. The EP is a free download, from Secret Station Records.

Check out his myspace here.

DOWNLOAD THE EP HERE.

October 2009

// 1992 in an Igloo

2009-10-02T10:19:00.000-07:00

So excited to announce this! 88 Marquis is one of my favorite musicians right now. It's beautifuly melodic and atmospheric electronic music. It all seems to be filtered through a 16-bit Star Fox aesthetic.

'1992 in an Igloo' is his debut and its probably one of the most epic EPs I've heard in a long time. But with nine tracks, and a running time of 27 minutes, its more like a mini-LP.

check out his music here!

Out NOW!! Free download from Retronym Records!!

// Bibioscope

2009-09-26T01:38:00.000-07:00

Bibioscope is out! The album was compiled by my friend Lloyd, and yours truly!

Download it for free here!

June-September 2009

// Radical Radish

2009-08-14T23:40:00.000-07:00

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T-shirt design for the Woven Project, a small company based out of Boston, focusing on a sustainable future. This shirt was printed using non-PVC inks in Massachusetts. All shirts are printed on 100% organic cotton.

// Broadcast 01

2009-08-07T19:06:00.000-07:00

I'm super excited about this one. Working for the amazing SECRET STATION records. Home to some of my favorite musicians. This compilation features Power Pill Fist from Black Moth Super Rainbow! Holy shit!

This music is really good. Order or free download one here.

Summer '09

// One On Twoism 3 Website

2009-05-24T22:18:00.000-07:00

Finally, the microsite for One on Twoism Volume Three is up! Check it out!

Extra special thanks to Scott Stevenson for helping with the concept and actually turning this into a working website!

Here is the Artwork for the Compilation.

// Secret Station Logo

2009-05-06T17:51:00.000-07:00

SECRET STATION RECORDS:
http://www.myspace.com/secretstation
Some amazing music here. I'll be doing more work with these guys in the future.

April '09

// FUTURE FUTURE

2009-03-02T19:14:00.000-08:00

The new EP by Future Future. Printed on wallet packaging. For sale now! Check them out here.

Winter 2008

Note: The track listing is out of date and has since been switched around a bit.

// One on Twoism Volume Three

2009-03-02T17:57:00.000-08:00

The packaging for One on Twosim Volume Three; a continuous mix of chill, melodic electronic music. More info here.
Winter '08

// A Leap in Time

2009-03-02T16:45:00.000-08:00

Here's the artwork for a mix by Grim on Mbient called "A Leap in Time"
You can download it for free here.

Acrylic on Paper, Photoshop - Spring 2008

// Math the Band Merch

2009-03-01T21:00:00.000-08:00

Made in 2007.

// Math the Band Banned the Math

2009-03-01T20:54:00.000-08:00

Math the Band - "Banned the Math"
Spring '08

Get one here!