Exhibit B is a photo based publication and exhibition about work and people. This is my latest collaboration with Tyler Kohlhoff and will exhibit at Wieden + Kennedy (Portland) in June 2011. Currently we have created a Kickstarter to generate funding for the build out and installation of the exhibition. Exhibit B, features a number of case studies, the first of which is Rinella Produce, a venerable, family run produce distribution company located in South East Portland. Our focus with this study was on the owner David Rinella, and the pride he takes in employing 65 people in an age where ... (read more)

This week marks the release of a new LP from New York City producer FaltyDL. You Stand Uncertain is the second full length album released on Planet Mu and is packed with a push/pull of mid 90's IDM, House, and Garage stylings. The result is a string of overlapping drums, vocals, and piano stabs sure to get your foot moving.  

I've launched a new quarterly publication this last week as part of the group exhibition, THE WORLD IS NOT ENDING, YOUR WORLD IS ENDING curated by Sean Joseph Patrick   Carney. The debut issue, "The Fair at the End of the World" will be available for online viewing shortly. Thanks to those who came out for the opening. 

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An exciting new music project found its way into my inbox... Audio Program, is an open forum for new music created by Cassidy DeMarco. De Marco is a long standing resident and musician of Portland, OR. He has made music under several titles, most notably Gouseion and Monodec. Audio Program offers the ability to share the variety of music being made in DeMarco's studio in one place. '2Sharp' is his first release on Audio Program, it fills the room with a light speckle toned melody, full of rhythmic gasps and a funk pitched bass line. Make sure to hit ... (read more)

Sepalcure's new EP on Hot Flush Recordings add's another solid notch to this collaborations discography. Sepalcure is electronic artists Machinedrum and Praveen. Fleur picks up in the same channels Sepalcure's 2010 release Love Pressure, but with a more sensitive quality to the duo's bass worked compostions. The track posted bellow introduces warm acoustic overtones and vocals amongst a chop-clap rhythm, sounding like something related to the recent sounds of Mount Kimbie and James Blake. Check it.  

The Marble Mix is September's Edition to the PMS Mix Series. It's a live arrangement by Monkeytek composed with a deep collection of 45's and dubplates. The mix transitions from low key dub groves in between sets of minimal 2-step and Garage patterns. Monkeytek is one half of Portland's acclaimed dance night Various, a monthly night devoted to the celebration of bass music featuring rotating guests and collaborators. ... (read more)

The recent progression and hype around Draught Bags has come like music to the ear. Owner and Montana based designer Caesy Oney is on to something special. I recently caught up with my old friend to chat about his evolving creative practice and life in his home town of Missoula. We talk the basics to uncover the development of his recent work with Freeman Transport, to the transition and next steps of his vision for Draught. ... (read more)

London duo Mount Kimbie has released their much anticipated debut album, 'Crooks and Lovers' on Hot Flush Records this week. From the start of last year they have developed a signature sound with the release of two influential EP's and a handful of well crafted remixes. Make sure to check out their recently completed mix for Resident Advisor. The mix is accompanied by an interview about the new album, the development of their live shows, and where their headed next. These Londoners got it going on. Check them out!