Het Generiek / Netherlands / 2024 / CS, Limited edition
Bocklos am Wegesrand is the latest release by German-Filipino performance and sound artist Tintin Patrone. With a focus on minimal sound work and long-duration performances, Tintin's artistic endeavors are deeply influenced by her studies in microtonality. Using a trombone and electronics, she crafts compositions that gradually unfold, featuring sustained tones that create a contemplative atmosphere.
On Bocklos am Wegesrand, however, things are a bit different. For this album Tintin was inspired by hooligan chants and it sees her exploring more 'untamed currents' where 'anger echoes in thunderous crescendos... yet, beneath the surface, a river of melancholy flows...'. As always, Tintin's soundscapes are meticulously shaped, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the nuances of her work.
In the artist's own words:
In this auditory odyssey, the primal urge to rebel finds its voice. The tape captures the essence of hooligan chants, a pulsating undercurrent that defies convention and challenges the ordinary. Each note, each intonation, a brushstroke upon the canvas of vocal rebellion, telling tales of fervor and fervent spirit.
Emotions surge like untamed currents, cascading through the melody. Anger echoes in thunderous crescendos, a battle cry that reverberates through the ages. Yet, beneath the surface, a river of melancholy flows, revealing vulnerability hidden within the tapestry of strength. The ebb and flow of sentiments, a dance of light and shadow, entwined in the strains of hooligan song.
The title of the tape and song titles are inspired by the volume of poems “Prunk” by Michael Barthel.
Edition of 100.