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Okey Szoke - Cowbell in palm [Brother Sister Records]

"International Germans" is the brand new work by Okey Szoke (Sam Szoke-Burke), co-funder of Brother Sister Records, the independent music label with roots in NYC, Melbourne, Seoul and Kuala Lumpur that is regularly gifting us with the exquisite electronic and experimental music from artists around the world with names such Kharkov, Nídia Minaj, Drama for Yamaha, Part Based to name only a few. Okey Szoke hails from Australia and is currently based in New York, where he works on human rights issues associated with international investment.

On "International Germans" he uses silence and irregular loops to experiment with ambience and dynamics. Each track explores different terrains and moods, beginning with plaintive, snowy textures (International Germans) before exploring compositions that are more urgent and dramatic (British guys in their naval uniforms), and sun-melted (Cowbell in palm). The album is bolstered by recordings made outside of the studio, including multiple anonymous voicemails received in early 2016. Attempts were made to contact the caller but were ultimately unsuccessful.

Okey Szoke
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