I don’t know about you, but my August has been exhausting so far. I’ve been playing as hard as I work, to be honest. In fact, just yesterday, my boss gave me a certificate of recognition for working as hard as I play and really bringing it all to the table. He even offered to take me out for a refreshing afternoon business lunch, but I had to turn him down, because I had just eaten 16 chicken nuggets. Anyhow, enough about me and my busy month: how about 1080p? Richard MacFarlane’s British Columbia-based label has been insanely busy this month, with releases from the likes of Temple Volant, Gobby, and Bobo Eyes. And, of course, 1080p has in fact been pumping out great full-lengths from folks like ATM, LNRDCROY, and Tlaotlon all year. Will MacFarlane ever get tired? Will his boss ever offer to take him to a refreshing business lunch like mine did? Isn’t he technically his own boss since 1080p is his own label? Some questions just have no answers.
One question that does have an answer, however, is, “Will 1080p continue to fill the Earth with glorious sounds into the month of September?” The answer is, “Yes,” though it probably should be “Duh,” except I’ve been trying to be more polite lately. As of right now the label has three releases planned. First is Riohv’s Moondance, a scratchy acid house/techno meetup that’s out September 9. Next it’s Via App’s Dangerous Game, which is a collection of wonky techno from Boston-based producer Dylan Scheer. It’s out September 16. Finally, as a special Cassette Store Day release on September 27, there will be Babe Rainbow’s Music for 1 Piano, 2 Pianos, & More Pianos. MacFarlane describes it as consisting of “road trip and Reich-inspired piano compositions,” and it’s already pretty near to my heart because its title uses an Oxford Comma. Keep your eyes glued to the 1080p Bandcamp for when these delightful little chicken nuggets of music are available!
• Riohv: http://prnncmnt.tumblr.com
• Babe Rainbow: http://baberainbow.com
• Via App: https://viaapp.bandcamp.com
• 1080p: http://1080pcollection.net
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