"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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NTS WIP is an ongoing artist development programme that offers a focused programme of support for artists and bands including mentoring, access to free audio equipment, paid live performances, recording and practice studio time, an NTS guest radio show and press photos.
NTS WIP supports artists from all backgrounds and across all genres globally.
NTS WIP is an ongoing artist development programme that offers a focused programme of support for artists and bands including mentoring, access to free audio equipment, paid live performances, recording and practice studio time, an NTS guest radio show and press photos.
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NTS WIP supports artists from all backgrounds and across all genres globally.