JOHN FEKNER New Release
LPEPMP3-JOHN FEKNER CITY SQUAD-SELECTIONS
With this new release entitled LPEPMP , street-artist John Fekner (DECAY, BROKEN PROMISES, WHEELS OVER INDIAN TRAILS, etc.) creates an aural soundtrack to his urban art experiences. For years, Fekner made the city itself his exhibition space by creating his own form of art with social commentary. He used stencils and spraypaint to create text-based messages, icons and logos throughout the five boroughs of New York.
When Fekner returned to an “indoor” studio environment, he made a decision to bring his ’street experience’ to a recording studio instead of a painting studio. An interesting choice for Fekner; one which allowed him the opportunity to bring his vision to another level. Fekner’s intense sound works are collaborative in nature with musicians and non-musicians alike.
The spirit and sounds of his City Squad is driven right from the streets; Concrete People, The Beat ‘08 and Oil Drum Mix supply high-energy with a mix of rap, industrial, jazz and sampling vignettes. Throughout LPEPMP3 , there are looping sound collages, spoken words etc., ignited with a sound production that is eclectic, harsh, poetic and difficult at times. Sight of the Child is a total contrast with a stark and delicate production. A small boy’s voice is heard from a barren futuristic back alley with only a sweetly played accompanying harmonica completing the desolate scene. The message-driven lyrics about TV, Native Indians, toxic waste, technology, greed, consumerism and space invaders are an extension to Fekner’s street works. Cover art “Space Invader” is with long-time collaborator Bronx artist Don Leicht.
LPEPMP3 is available to download at Amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00168ZFT6/ref=dm_sp_alb?ie=UTF8&qid=1207057871&sr=8-3
More information: http://www.fekner.net