"New Weird America" emerged in the late 90s and early 2000s, blending folk, psychedelic rock, and experimental music. Popularized by journalist David Keenan, this movement showcased American musicians embracing DIY ethos and drawing inspiration from folk traditions, avant-garde, and outsider art.
Delve into bands like MV & EE, Chalambides, and Fursaxa, alongside influential acts like Sun City Girls and Jandek, in this guide exploring the genre's innovative sound.
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Craig Clouse's genre-bending project Shit and Shine hijacks the NTS airwaves. Tune in on a Saturday for an hour of audio felonies spanning everything from post punk to dirty electro, techno or new wave.
Craig Clouse's genre-bending project Shit and Shine hijacks the NTS airwaves. Tune in on a Saturday for an hour of audio felonies spanning everything from post punk to dirty electro, techno or new wave.
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