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Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon Virtual reality, despite its recent success, has been a perennial retro technology for the majority of our lives. It represents a technological future that may never arrive and a past that never really happened. The hauntological nature of virtual reality makes it a perfect companion to vaporwave! In this episode, we explore this connection and discuss work by artists who are merging virtual reality and vaporwave.Music Sampled Hyperdrive from Memento by Eagle Eyed Tiger Additional Links Live and In Pixel: Vaporwave’s Push For a Virtual Music Scene George Clanton on vaporwave, VR festivals and fostering democratic music culture Adam Kane - Show N Tell (Official Music Video) [VR 360°] Virtual Utopia 4 [Live 360° VR Concert] Our Favourite 360˚ VR Music Videos (2021) VR Gartner hype cycle: Is virtual reality hype or hope? VOICES FROM A VIRTUAL PASTCredits Music by: 2Mello     Artwork by: Patsy McDowell     Ross on Twitter   Birk on Twitter   Night Clerk Radio on Twitter

The Music of Terror Vision Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon The folks at Terror Vision, a boutique shop focused on preserving obscure genre films, recently released Copperhead, an early direct-to-video film made by Ross’s parents, on blu-ray. This release includes a restored version of the original soundtrack on LP and Cassette. To celebrate, we’re discussing the music of Copperhead and Neon Maniacs, another recent soundtrack released by Terror Vision.Check out Terror Vision and Copperhead! Terror Vision Records & VideoCopperhead on Blu-ray with Slip Music Discussed Copperhead OST LPCopperhead OST CassetteNeon Maniacs OST LPNeon Maniacs OST Cassette Additional Links Interview: Ryan Graveface on the Labor of Labels from New Noise MagazineCredits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Architectural Horror and Vaporwave Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we delve into the topic of architectural horror and its connection to vaporwave and other genres of haunted music. We explore the shared themes of disorientation, nostalgia, and the uncanny in both genres, uncovering the ways in which they use visual language, liminal spaces, and atmosphere to evoke powerful emotions and discussions about consumer culture, capitalism, technology, urban decay, and the complex interplay between our environments, our memories, and our psychological states.Music Samples 核雪 by CT57 Credits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Spring 2023 Discord Recommendations Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon It’s that time of year again. It’s our biannual Discord extravaganza. We selected almost 20 pieces of music recommended by our patrons on the Night Clerk Radio Discord over the past few months and spent this episode going over them. We cover everything from vaporwave to jazz rock to black metal covers, so join us and check out a variety of great music!Music Discussed Neon Godsby Failed State Audioillegal scam hold music by The Yonko LLCPisces, 3rd Decan: Introduction (Movements 121, 122) | Zodiac Cycle | art and music by The Yonko LLCｓ​ｐ​ａ​ｃ​ｅ​ｗ​ａ​ｖ​ｅ by KratzwerkＴ​ｈ​ｅ​　​Ｐ​ｌ​ａ​ｙ​ｇ​ｒ​ｏ​ｕ​ｎ​ｄ by CT57River Of Dreams by Romance & Dean HurleyH​ä​xan - Selected Works by Dagerlöff and GalnerSow Your Gold In The White Foliated Earth by DeathprodNicolas Jaar - Essential Mix - 19-05-2012Vital by BIG|BRAVEBlack Renditions by Spider GodCo)))ltraneThe Comet Is Coming: NPR Music Tiny Desk ConcertV by Unknown Mortal OrchestraHeld Together by AberdeenABSOLUT MAYHEM by UNWINDInstupendo - Six Forty SevenCONTACT by DatapointVisions and Prophetic Dreams, Vol. 2: A Vangelis Tribute by Various Artists Additional Links DEATHPROD Sow Your Gold In The White Foliated Earth Additional Info Credits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon This week, we’re digging into the music of Realm and Ritual, an anti-fascist record label from Boston that focuses on cassette and other physical media releases of dungeon synth and black metal. For this episode, we focused on two dungeon synth albums that range in mood from somber isolation to harsh noisy discomfort. Connect with Realm and Ritual Realm and Ritual on TwitterRealm and Ritual on BandcampMusic Discussed Goat Meadow by MEADOWGOAT My Secret Horror by Wooded Memory Additional Links Wooded Memory - My Secret Horror, Music VideoAn NCS Video Premiere: Wooded Memory — “My Secret Horror”Top 10 Dungeon Synth / Synth Releases Of 2020Credits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon Caleb is back and this time we’re chatting about the original soundtracks to two very different games: Warhammer 40,000: Darktide and Signalis. These soundtracks represent two very different approaches to creating rich and varied scores that enhance the themes and tone of their respective games. Connect with Caleb! Caleb’s LinktreeDelta Green: Dead ChannelsHebanon Games Music Discussed Warhammer 40,000: Darktide - Full Official Soundtrack by Jesper KydSIGNALIS (ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK) by Cicada Sirens & 1000 Eyes Credits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re diving into the world of Noir, film or otherwise, to discuss how it has evolved from cynical post-war artistic movement to bland genre pastiche. The modern euphemism for this process is “becoming a vibe.” We focus this discussion on two albums that express the range of noir-influence in music from richly textured dark ambient to abrasive noise jazz.Music Discussed Murken Hollow by Dead MelodiesThought Gang by Thought GangCredits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon Yet again, we’re ignoring Valentine’s Day and instead talking about the music of Null Object, the lo-fi/vaporhouse project of podcast favorite Jordan Bortner (a.k.a. 식료품groceries). We talk about the project, its associated music, and our personal experiences and thoughts on this unique fusion of EDM and vaporwave.Music Discussed Cooperative Taxi Station by Null ObjectFire Reward EP by Null ObjectNull Object on SoundCloud Additional Links Newtek Video Toaster 4000 1994 VideoCredits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Cryo Chamber’s Tsathoggua Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon As is tradition, we sat down with our friend Caleb Stokes to talk about the latest Cryo Chamber Lovecraft compilation, Tsathoggua! This joint effort of over 20 dark ambient artists on the Cryo Chamber label is an eclectic blend of genres and ambient soundscapes. We dig into the music and discuss the perils of albums themed after wet drippy boyz.Music Sampled Tsathoggua by Cryo Chamber CollaborationConnect with Caleb Hebanon Games on PatreonDelta Green: Dead Channels on PatreonCaleb’s Link Tree Credits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon We’re kicking off 2023 by talking about one of our most requested topics: Death’s Dynamic Shroud, an electronic music trio whose eclectic blend of power pop plunderphonics and industrial noisy glitch has been an innovative force in electronic music since 2014. Their large and varied discography is an engaging listen that both entertains and rewards the active listener with its stunning maximalist pop soundscapes.Music Sampled Darklife by death's dynamic shroudAdditional Music Heavy Black Heart by death's dynamic shroudVIRTUAL UTOPIA EXPERIENCE by death's dynamic shroudI'll Try Living Like This by death's dynamic shroudSEAWRLD​ハ​ー​ト​ブ​レ​ー​ク by death's dynamic shroud.wmvシ​ェ​ン​ム​ー​ONLINE by death's dynamic shroud.wmvCredits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re getting into the niche vaporwave subgenre of “dystopian virtual,” which serves as a counterpart to the previously discussed “utopian virtual.” Both genres present clean and sometimes ironic depictions of possible or now impossible futures. We discuss two excellent examples of the genre.Music Discussed FEEDING FRENZY by y o u r d i s c o v e r yThe Blessed Life by Vacation Bible SchoolAdditional Links “This Blessed Life” Visual Album by Vacation Bible SchoolMy Philosophy of “Churchwave” as a Subgenre of VaporwaveVacation Bible School on Hegelian philosophy and Crystal PepsiCredits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon 'Tis the season of consumption, so all through this episode we’re rambling about the various ways in which vaporwave interacts with consumerism. We introduce the various arguments for vaporwave as a critique of consumerism. We then discuss all of the unfortunate ways our consumer culture impacts vaporwave (or any) artists. It’s a feel good holiday episode!Music SampledMusic Sampled Black Friday - A Vaporwave Holiday Special… byConfused Bi-Product of a Misinformed CultureAdditional Links Do You Want Vaporwave, or Do You Want the Truth?: CognitiveMapping of Late Capitalist Affect in the Virtual Lifeworld of Vaporwave by Alican KocVaporwave’s little known roots are anti-capitalist and totally punkCredits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re going through the last few months of music shared and recommended on the Discord server for our Patreon community. We discuss eight albums that range from classic vaporwave to signalwave to dark ambient and beyond.Music Discussed Live from a Bomb Shelter in Ukraine by Heinali Tokyo Nights 1987 by 雨天 migraine Ｉ​​​Ｓ​​​Ｕ​​​Ｚ​​​Ｕ​​​　​​​Ｐ​​​Ｉ​​​Ａ​​​Ｚ​​​Ｚ​​​Ａ by いすゞ・ピアッツァ ＥＮＴＥＲＰＲＩＳＥＳ Ｍ​ｉ​ｄ​ｎ​ｉ​ｇ​ｈ​ｔ​　​Ｇ​ａ​ｓby CT57 Ｌ​ｏ​ｔ​ｔ​ｏ by Kratzwerk Streetlands by Burial Marek Zebrowski & David Lynch - Polish Night Music The Fundamental Nature of Being by The Shaolin AfronautsCredits Music by: 2Mello     Artwork by: Patsy McDowell     Ross on Twitter   Birk on Twitter   Night Clerk Radio on Twitter

New Releases from Old Favorites Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re checking out two new-ish releases from artists we love: 폐점 by 식료품groceries and Nameless Dreamers by Equip & R23X. That’s it. Just chatting about two albums we really liked. Check them out!Music Discussed 폐점 by 식료품groceries Nameless Dreamers by Equip & R23XCredits Music by: 2Mello     Artwork by: Patsy McDowell     Ross on Twitter   Birk on Twitter   Night Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this bonus episode, we’re talking about the brand new vapormetal album from podcast-favorite, Winterquilt. This album is an energetic journey through an eclectic blend of genres ranging from death metal to donk. Check it out! Music Featured Winterquilt - Monster Island & The Satan of Fire Released through: MyPetFlamingoCredits Music by: 2Mello     Artwork by: Patsy McDowell     Ross on Twitter   Birk on Twitter   [Night Clerk Radio on Twitter]( https://twitter.com/nightclerkradio )

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re exploring the unique genre of occult-inspired electronica known as Witch House. We share our thoughts on a wide variety of Witch House tracks, the appeal of its aesthetic, and its connection to vaporwave. A huge thanks to our patrons on Discord for recommending this topic.Music Sampled Salem - King Night Balam Acab - Await MATER SUSPIRIA VISION - Witchcraft 69Additional Music Salem - Knight Night  Wander Wonder by Balam Acab Balam Acab - See Birds Pictureplane - Gothstar White Ring - IxC999 Best Witch House Mix 2021 ▲ 2 Hour Mix The Guide to Grave Wave [Disc 1] by Various Artists The Guide to Grave Wave [Disc 2] by Various Artists The Guide to Grave Wave [Disc 2] by Various ArtistsReferences and Additional Links The Occult Genre Known As "Witch House" WITCH HAVS Explores A Pre-Solidified Genre The 2010 Guide to Grave Wave! Pitchfork: Wander / Wonder by Balam AcabCredits Music by: 2Mello     Artwork by: Patsy McDowell     Ross on Twitter   Birk on Twitter   Night Clerk Radio on Twitter

The Music of clown core Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re talking about the music of clown core, a duo whose music is a unique and abrasive blend of highly technical jazz, metal, and electronica with a healthy side of vulgarity. We also discuss the appeal of high-effort memes, the purpose of artistic creation, and the importance of experiencing challenging art. Music Discussed toilet by clown coreClown Core - Toilet (Visual Album)van by clown coreClown Core - Van (Visual Album) References and Additional Links 7:11 PolyrhythmsPlaying a 7/11 polyrhythm inside a 7-Eleven on July 11th at 7:11 for 7 minutes and 11 secondsThe LickI play the lick for 5 hours straightthe lick on 91 instruments 🎷Through the Fire and the Flames - BoomwhackersThe Floppotron 3.0 - Computer Hardware OrchestraKetzel, the Cat Who ComposedTrombone Champ Credits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re talking about the classic music of the DOOM video games, focusing on the work of Bobby Prince in 1993 and Mick Gordon in 2016. Not only did both composers produce memorable and compelling soundtracks for their respective games, they did so under very different market and technological conditions. We talk about these changing conditions and how they manifest in each soundtrack.References and Additional Links Masters of Doom: How Two Guys Created an Empire and Transformed Pop Culture by David Kushner Do Androids Dream of Computer Music?DOOM - SCARYDARKFAST by Dan PinchbeckBobby Prince, composer of DOOM & DOOM 2 Interview with QuartercirclesThe Sound Design Of DOOM - Exclusive Q&A with ADSRSatanic figures are hidden in Doom's soundtrack - The VergeHow the ‘Doom’ Soundtrack Was Made Will Melt Your Puny Mortal Mind in ViceRip & Tear: Deconstructing the Technological and Musical Composition of Mick Gordon's Score for DOOM (2016)DOOM: Behind the Music at GDCMusical inspirations behind Doom's music at Doomwiki.orgDOOM: Behind The Music Part 1DOOM: Behind The Music Part 2The INSANE Rhythms of Doom Eternal | Jazz Pianist ReactsCredits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re remembering the life and work of Cesar Alexandre; a multi-genre and multi-talented music producer and artist from Brazil who passed away in April of 2021. Cesar’s work includes seminal vaporwave albums under the name Lindsheaven Virtual Plaza, stunning atmospheric dark ambient work as Cryo Chamber artist Mount Shrine, and numerous other projects. We hope you join us in enjoying this excellent music.Albums Discussed NTSC Memories by Lindsheaven Virtual PlazaAll Roads Lead Home by Mount Shrine Additional Links All That's Here Will Be Sunlight by Yasu EtherCesar Alexandre/Mount Shrine: In MemoriamIn Memoriam: Cesar Alexandre, + Brief Thoughts on Legacy永​遠​の (Eternal) by various artistsSongs For Lonely Rainy Nights (Mount Shrine Archives)A Void Podcast Presents: Cesar Alexandre AKA Mount Shrine / Mt. Hibiki / KagutabaCredits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re returning to one of our foundational topics: Hauntology. We cover Hauntology as a genre of music and learn about its distinctly UK-focused roots. This includes the history of veteran hauntological record label Ghost Box Records and discussions focused on two recent Hauntological albums.Albums Discussed u​,​i by Olivier Alary & Johannes MalfattiEntangled Routes by Pye Corner Audio Additional Links Entangled Routes on SpotifyGhost Box Records on SpotifyGhost Box Records Primary ShopHauntology: Ghosts of Futures Past by Merlin CoverleyHAUNTED AUDIO, a/k/a SOCIETY OF THE SPECTRAL: Ghost Box, Mordant Music and Hauntology by Simon ReynoldsHauntologists mine the past for music's future by Mark PilkingtonHauntology Mix with Visuals Credits Music by: 2MelloArtwork by: Patsy McDowellRoss on TwitterBirk on TwitterNight Clerk Radio on Twitter