A gig held at Strange Brew on Saturday 30th August. The event starts at 19:00.
Strange Brew presents
Jackie O-Motherfucker (Portland USA)
Six Organs of Admittance (California USA)
Saturday 30th August
7pm - 10pm
Tickets on sale April 29 @ 1pm
Two cult favourites from the 'New Weird America' movement on one bill!
Jackie-O Motherfucker was founded by Tom Greenwood in Portland, Oregon in the mid 90’s. The group has had more than forty members over the years drawn from the U.S. experimental scene, notably Natalie Mering, who now records under Weyes Blood, briefly on bass. The current line up is a 4 piece lead by Tom Greenwood.
An extraordinarily mutable feast, Jackie O’s music encompasses everything from industrial ho-hum to acid-volk readymades, and has included hundreds of participants over its lifespan. Under the influence of mysterious Northwest bohemians (often associated to some degree with the Holy Modal Rounders), Greenwood studied how to spin garbage into garlands. This technique proved invaluable when he drifted back to NYC, where he connected with Thurston Moore, who encouraged his conceptual moves.
Jackie-O Motherfucker's music draws from a variety of subgenres including various folk musics of the world, drone, free jazz, psychedelia, and noise rock, and is heavily improvisational in its nature.
The group has had recordings released by many different labels including Fire Records, Ecstatic Peace, Feeding Tube Records, ATP Recordings and their own U-Sound Archive and has been on several international tours including several performances at All Tomorrow's Parties Festivals by way of Sonic Youth. The band played the 2002 and 2004 festivals curated by Sonic Youth and the 2007 festival curated by Thurston Moore
In the 21st Century, Greenwood has created dual vistas of strangeness, all of them whistling like the rings around the o-mind. The musical projects – Jackie O, the U SOUND series, various shows and galleries – have blended into the visual ones, and splattered in a million unexpected directions.
Six Organs Of Admittance is the musical project of guitarist Ben Chasny. With a career spanning over two decades, Chasny has established himself as a prominent figure in the experimental folk and psychedelic rock genres. Known for his intricate guitar work and mesmerizing compositions, Six Organs Of Admittance creates music that transcends boundaries and explores new sonic territories. From delicate acoustic melodies to sprawling electric soundscapes, Chasny's unique blend of influences results in captivating and immersive listening experiences.
Throughout his discography, Six Organs Of Admittance has consistently pushed the boundaries of what can be achieved with a guitar. Chasny's virtuosic playing style combined with his innovative use of effects pedals and unconventional tunings create a distinctive sound that is instantly recognizable. His ability to seamlessly blend elements of traditional folk music with avant-garde experimentation sets him apart from other artists in the genre.
With numerous critically acclaimed albums under his belt, including "School of the Flower" and "Ascent," Six Organs Of Admittance continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Whether performing solo or collaborating with other musicians, Chasny's live performances are known for their intensity and raw emotion. As an artist who constantly evolves and pushes artistic boundaries, Six Organs Of Admittance remains at the forefront of contemporary experimental music.
Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
Jackie O-Motherfucker (Portland USA)
Six Organs of Admittance (California USA)
Saturday 30th August
7pm - 10pm
Tickets on sale April 29 @ 1pm
Two cult favourites from the 'New Weird America' movement on one bill!
Jackie-O Motherfucker was founded by Tom Greenwood in Portland, Oregon in the mid 90’s. The group has had more than forty members over the years drawn from the U.S. experimental scene, notably Natalie Mering, who now records under Weyes Blood, briefly on bass. The current line up is a 4 piece lead by Tom Greenwood.
An extraordinarily mutable feast, Jackie O’s music encompasses everything from industrial ho-hum to acid-volk readymades, and has included hundreds of participants over its lifespan. Under the influence of mysterious Northwest bohemians (often associated to some degree with the Holy Modal Rounders), Greenwood studied how to spin garbage into garlands. This technique proved invaluable when he drifted back to NYC, where he connected with Thurston Moore, who encouraged his conceptual moves.
Jackie-O Motherfucker's music draws from a variety of subgenres including various folk musics of the world, drone, free jazz, psychedelia, and noise rock, and is heavily improvisational in its nature.
The group has had recordings released by many different labels including Fire Records, Ecstatic Peace, Feeding Tube Records, ATP Recordings and their own U-Sound Archive and has been on several international tours including several performances at All Tomorrow's Parties Festivals by way of Sonic Youth. The band played the 2002 and 2004 festivals curated by Sonic Youth and the 2007 festival curated by Thurston Moore
In the 21st Century, Greenwood has created dual vistas of strangeness, all of them whistling like the rings around the o-mind. The musical projects – Jackie O, the U SOUND series, various shows and galleries – have blended into the visual ones, and splattered in a million unexpected directions.
Six Organs Of Admittance is the musical project of guitarist Ben Chasny. With a career spanning over two decades, Chasny has established himself as a prominent figure in the experimental folk and psychedelic rock genres. Known for his intricate guitar work and mesmerizing compositions, Six Organs Of Admittance creates music that transcends boundaries and explores new sonic territories. From delicate acoustic melodies to sprawling electric soundscapes, Chasny's unique blend of influences results in captivating and immersive listening experiences.
Throughout his discography, Six Organs Of Admittance has consistently pushed the boundaries of what can be achieved with a guitar. Chasny's virtuosic playing style combined with his innovative use of effects pedals and unconventional tunings create a distinctive sound that is instantly recognizable. His ability to seamlessly blend elements of traditional folk music with avant-garde experimentation sets him apart from other artists in the genre.
With numerous critically acclaimed albums under his belt, including "School of the Flower" and "Ascent," Six Organs Of Admittance continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Whether performing solo or collaborating with other musicians, Chasny's live performances are known for their intensity and raw emotion. As an artist who constantly evolves and pushes artistic boundaries, Six Organs Of Admittance remains at the forefront of contemporary experimental music.
Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
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