We were thrilled to have our guest Jay Howard of Circuit Wound bring his copy of Thirdorgan "Pessimistic Cyborg" to the Noisextra studio and proceed to shred our mechanical insides. The whole crew is left numb and dazed, but wanting more. We also dug up a very rare interview with Akihiro Shimizu and relay some of what he had to say. So ahead of the curve, there is no better time to dive head first into Thirdorgan.
Mar 18, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 42
We are joined by Chris Sienko of As Loud As Possible magazine to discuss the legendary Emil Beaulieau "Anti Performance" cassette from 1991. After having been mentioned on nearly every Noisextra episode, we finally devote an entire episode to the "greatest living noise artist." Chris dug in extensively to which anti-record is being played when as well as the history behind each record. We also discuss visiting RRR, and all try our own versions of Beaulieau’s dance moves. Straighten your tie, sha...
Mar 11, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Chris Groves of Cipher Productions and Night Science magazine stops by the Noisextra studio and we chat about putting together a magazine, running a label, early adventures in discovering noise, particularly in his homeland of Tasmania. Check out Cipher Productions Follow us on Instagram: @noisextra Follow us on Twitter: @noisextraaa Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/noisextra
Mar 04, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 40
We are joined by Ryan Martin of Dais Records, Robert & Leopold & Copley Medal to discuss Runzelstirn & Gurgelstøck’s “Asshole/Snail Dilemma.” Ryan is writing a book on R&G and the entire Schimpfluch Gruppe, so we couldn’t have had a better person to dig into this album. We cover the early days as well as the era that this CD is a part of. Pull up a plate of spaghetti and wash your brains with Runzelstirn & Gurgelstøck.
Feb 26, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 39
The time has come for us to take on one of the greatest works of the 20th century, Con-Dom’s “The Eighth Pillar : A Confession Of Faith.” We dive deep, not only into the album and the work of Mike Dando, but also into the life of the man that inspired the album, T.E. Lawrence, as well as his monumental book “The Seven Pillars of Wisdom.” Let us walk in the way of insight.
Feb 19, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Friend of the podcast G.X. Jupitter-Larsen is making a new movie called “Reference Desk” and has started a fundraiser to get it made. One of the perks is this brand new collaboration tape between GX and PAINJERK. Do you like the sounds of pumps, book pages and electronic stabs? Of course you do. Head over to igg.me/at/rdesk to support the movie and grab this cassette—the first cassette on Noiseoploy.
Feb 16, 2020•18 min•Season 2Ep. 37
G.X. Jupitter-Larsen returns for a third time to discuss the work of Manon Anne Gillis, and specifically her album “Euragine.” He gives insight to her art and performances, as well as his collaboration with her. We are all thrilled to walk around in the sonic world that Anne Gillis creates. The
Feb 12, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 37
We’re back in Pure-land and back in Italy for Murder Corporation’s “New Crimes” CD. Culled from an insanely limited 8 tape box set, the CD represents a perfectly distilled version of a staggering piece of work. Moreno Daldosso, the man behind Murder Corporation, was kind enough to answers some questions that we sent him, and we relay his answers throughout the episode. Open the vents and let the death wind in.
Feb 05, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 36
David Reed of Envenomist joins is to discuss “Cold Summer” by Mick Harris’s void ambient project Lull. We go many places with this hauntingly staggering album, from the artificial jungle to the sanctum just out of reach. David also discusses some of his recent work, as well as his early days getting into noise. Find your isolation shelter and fall slowly into Lull.
Jan 29, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 35
We couldn’t have been more excited to sit down with Andy Bolus aka Evil Moisture. Andy has been going strong since 1990 and we cover a lot about his early days and early releases. We also touch on what dreams are to us, as well as Greh’s fantastic cocktails. Another noise history lesson is in session.
Jan 22, 2020•50 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Today we bring you one of our favorite episodes, culled from the Noisextra Patreon. You can see how we do it over there, and hear the Noisextra crew get terrified with this stand out split 7” from Mlehst/Brume on Bandaged Hand Produce. Richard Chase, walking into the wrong house, favorite vampire movies, and sleep masks are all part of the discussion of this truly dark 7”. We've got something in store for later this week, so keep your ears peeled. Follow us on Instagram: @noisextraFollow us on T...
Jan 15, 2020•40 min•Season 2Ep. 33
This week we wander into cathedral ritual practices with Fatal Impact’s “Satan For Ever” cassette from 1991. We get deep with warped organ, chanting layers and lactating statues. A true cassette artifact that is begging to be played at your next ceremony. Satan For Ever.
Jan 08, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 32
We are starting 2020 with a very special interview with Seymour Glass of Bananafish Magazine. We discuss the history of Bananafish and Seymour’s time in the noise trenches. He gives us anecdotes of interviews, people he worked with, and the process of putting an issue together. Another noise history lesson is in session. Tardiness will not be excused.
Jan 01, 2020•1 hr 42 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Noisextra went on location at the Hospital Productions Fest on Dec 7th in NYC. We got in the thick of it and talked with Richard Ramirez, Jim Haras, Jim Mroz, Kris Lapke and more. This episode contains all the evidence we collected in the wild.
Dec 25, 2019•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Merry Christmas Eve with special bonus episode of the Connellys’ Hometime series. Normally a weekly Patreon-only series, Mike and Tara wanted to spend their favorite holiday with the entire Noisextra family. Sit by the Yuletide fire as they discuss their favorite Christmas themed noise, horror movies, and the spirit of Christmas.
Dec 24, 2019•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 29
Our second interview from the Hospital Fest weekend is with Jilla of Moonbeam Terror and Autoerotichrist. The discussion goes deep when talking about her music and art and pivots to hilarity when talking about beans and Wisconsin. Her album "Comfort Knife" was one of our favorites of the year and her set at Hospital Fest was visceral magic. Put on your chain mail and watch out for sharp corners.
Dec 18, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 29
It was an honor to talk with one of our favorite bands, Smell & Quim. A great history lesson, we go from off the wall Quim-ness to earnest chats about the early days, costumes throughout time and baking bread. Hear Tara predict the props used the following night. Head Dave describe what "the English Method" is. Hear a great talk with one of the all-time legends. And remember, "life's too short not to bake your own bread."
Dec 11, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Surprise! We are back a day before the Hospital Fest with a very special bonus episode. Did you know there was an unreleased Painjerk album from the '90s? Neither did we, but here it is! Easily the most exciting noise release of 2019, Painjerk’s “Mission Invisible : Kill the Poor” on Hospital Productions is here to scorch the earth and begin anew. Spoiler alert: we absolutely worship this album. In addition, Kohei Gomi sent us some great information on this unreleased masterpiece that we share t...
Dec 06, 2019•36 min•Season 2Ep. 27
As the the first year of Noisextra winds down, we thought we’d discuss some of our favorite albums and sets of the year. It’s been an excellent year for noise and it was hard to whittle our lists down, but each of us came with our personal stand outs of 2019. We cannot wait for many more years of noise listening and noise talking. Thank you all for listening, to us and to noise.
Dec 04, 2019•58 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Skies are blackening as we sit down to discuss Daniel Menche’s “Field of Skin.” Sandstorms, pools of mercury and 1800s apocalypse scenes all cross our path while we wander through the field of skin. Head on into the grain silo with us and this magnificent album.
Nov 27, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Time for another album in the Pure series, and this one is thick and heavy. Deathpile’s “Ne Plus Ultra” sends us inside ourselves as we explore the heart and blood of this monumental CD. Longtime favorite of all three of the crew, Deathpile delivers the goods with this unique and stand out record. We talked to Jonathan Canady and relay what he had to say about this album as well as the beginnings of Deathpile.
Nov 20, 2019•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 25
We are celebrating Masonna’s birthday with a bonus episode on the man from whom we took our podcast name. We shred our ears with the “Astro Harshtronism” 8” on Anti Music. Which color vinyl does Greh have? What is a quark? Are the Connellys ever seen without one another? The answers to all these things and more are contained within. Happy Birthday, Masonna! Thank you for all the noise.
Nov 16, 2019•19 min•Season 2Ep. 24
This week we pay tribute to one of the all time noise greats: Shohei Iwasaki aka Monde Bruits. We get stung all over with his debut cassette “Portuguese Man of War” on Vanilla Records. We explore his world of noise, his influences and his legacy. Join us as we get lost in the Japanese noise forest with a true legend.
Nov 13, 2019•48 min•Season 2Ep. 24
This week we dive into the world of rhythmic noise with Orphx's 1996 album "Fragmentation" on Malignant Records. The crew is completely blown away by Christina and Rich's sound mastery, attention to detail and song title prowess. Dream imagery, cellular consciousness and brain biology are discuss through the lens of this ripper of a CD.
Nov 06, 2019•58 min•Season 2Ep. 23
It’s our Halloween episode and we thought there was no one more appropriate to cover than Atrax Morgue. We listen to and discuss his “Paranoia” CD on Old Europa Cafe. We cover death, obsession and the darkness that Marco Corbelli infused into every moment of his recordings. In lieu of recent listening, we talk about some of our favorite Italian Giallo movies, a genre that was highly influential for Atrax Morgue. Slip on some black gloves and sharpen your knife’s blade.
Oct 30, 2019•58 min•Season 2Ep. 22
The Connellys check in as their tour winds down. Topics include: the surreal vortex of Lakehead, California, two bartenders named Nancy, and what they've been listening to since Laramie.
Oct 26, 2019•18 min•Season 2Ep. 21
This week's episode is something a little different, the first installment of TRASHWARE. The Connellys quizzed Crank Sturgeon and Greh Holger about making gear, getting into it, and we even came up with some fun future episode/video ideas!
Oct 23, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 21
The Connellys are on tour, but got themselves stuck in a snowstorm so recorded us a little bonus road listening discussion while holed up in a Super 8.
Oct 22, 2019•14 min•Season 2Ep. 20
As October rolls on, we dive into the black leather night dungeon with Master/Slave Relationship’s “This Lubricious Love” on RRR from 1987, chosen by our guest Jim Haynes. Things get unhygienic as we discuss Debbie Jaffe’s intense personal vision, both lyrically and musically. In addition, we have a thick recent listening segment as well as mentions of “Blue Velvet,” infrasound performance, mix tapes and Nitro. Dig your heels in.
Oct 16, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 20
It’s October and time to stray a bit off the noise path onto a road filled with fog, fire and obscured ambient sounds with Aghast’s Hexerei im Zwielicht der Finsternis, a perfect soundtrack for autumn’s chill. We wander in the forest of tape hiss, off kilter timpani and dances of death. In addition, we discuss some recent horror movie viewing, as well as some favorite horror movie series. Turn out the lights, light a candle, and descend into the ancient ambiance of Aghast.
Oct 09, 2019•51 min•Season 2Ep. 19