Self-released / Netherlands / 2011
DEADSTOCK. Step into a sonic map of the world with this captivating release by French multidisciplinary artist Julien Grossmann. This LP is a profound exploration of cultural identity through sound, where each track is named after a specific musical scale or tuning system from different regions of the globe—from the Indonesian "Slendro" to the "Pigmy" polyphonies of Central Africa and the Greek "Rumanikos."
Originally conceived as part of his sound installations, Grossmann uses self-built mechanical instruments and synthesizers to reinterpret these ancient scales through a contemporary lens. The result is a mesmerizing blend of experimental minimalism and avant-garde ethnomusicology. A truly unique record for those interested in the physics of sound, global tunings, and the intersection between contemporary art and music.