Fri 3/27 @ 8-10PM
Matteo Liberatore, based in Brooklyn after many years living in Abruzzo, Italy, is a free-ranging musician whose work encompasses classical music, electronics, noise and free improvisation, just the sort of thing embraced by the Cleveland Uncommon Sound Project (CUSP) which is bringing him into town as their next headliner. As with many artists in this scene, he’s got a long list of collaborations and has played in diverse venues from museums to galleries to nightclubs.
The project he’s touring right now is called Molto Ohm, described as “a sonic and visual exploration of the fragmentation and alienation of modern life.” We’re told that “Through a juxtaposition of dance beats, seductive voices, synthetic melodies, and environmental sounds, the music captures the tension between the magnetic pull of consumerism, commodification, anxiety, and affect regulation; and our profound yearning for calm, joy, and human connection.” He creates this feel through improvised sound collages using 4 DJ decks played simultaneously, as he chops up, layers and recombines the sound. The music is enhanced by immersive visuals that include screen recordings, 360-degree footage, iPhone footage, and stock imagery.
Also performing is Ótal, created by Akron-based Icelandic artist Óskar Þór Arngrímsson, featuring layered soundscapes created from synthesizers an field recording, influenced by minimalist composers. Akron-based artist Ella Medicus will add an immersive visual projection to the performance.
It takes place at the former Convivium 33 on the edge of Asiatown. Go here for more information.