IRITATION IN SOUND DESIGN
Part 1: Reclaiming Creativity Through Flaw
with Evo Haven
In this Lux Cache article, we interrogate how imperfection—whether technical, ...
2025-03-06 17:12:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Illusory artist and producer Spivak chronicles her evolution from raw ambient synth-pop to daring, genre-transcending soundscapes. Inspired by the quiet pulse of rural Cyprus, she explores her creative journey and expressive songwriting into intimate works that traverse unapologetic liturgy.
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We've updated our 'digital audio fantasy' playlist with some of our favourite experimental electronica releases from Modulaw, Malaurora, Spivak, THEJLB,
Rude Kid, Think Twice, Poetmistry, RKM, Slikback, Rick Farin, RXM Reality, Dreeks, stnvndijk*, Portway, Orchestroll and more.
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Why do we continuously seek to disrupt the methods of music creation, pushing boundaries only when they’re most firmly established? What leads us to embrace both historical music theory's rigour and digital experimentation's uncharted territories? How can the blend of structured technique and chaotic spontaneity become the fertile ground for sonic innovation? How does the tension between discipline and rebellion shape the soundscapes we create? When does innovation turn into clout, and how ...
2025-01-30 19:00:08 +0000 UTC View PostSOUND & BEING
Part 1: The Invisible Forces of Music Production
with cndl
In this Lux Cache article series, we look to explore the symbiotic relationship between...
2025-01-23 19:01:02 +0000 UTC View PostSTUDIES OF ECOACOUSTICA
Part 1: Building Dynamic Sonic Environments
with 990x
In this Lux Cache article/tutorial, avant-garde beat producer 990x explores the creati...
2025-01-09 19:30:02 +0000 UTC View PostDJ and multidisciplinary artist Juliana Huxtable joins Kai Whiston in our newest episode of Prod, delving into the post-COVID cultural explosion surrounding DJing, her transformative studio collaborations with SOPHIE, the multidimensional nature of her artistic practice, and the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary nightlife.
As a leading voice in nightlife culture, Juliana Huxtable has reshaped the intersections of art, music, and identity. From her early explorations with Virtual ...
AUDIO ARCHITECTURE MASTERCLASS
Part 4: Creative Spatial Processing In Soundscapes
with 824p596c
In this Lux Cache article/tutorial series, we delve into the intricate wo...
2024-11-21 17:00:11 +0000 UTC View Post
We've updated our 'digital audio fantasy' playlist with some of our favourite artists and new releases from Zoë Mc Pherson, Jocelyn Campbell, Lockbox, Proc Fiskal, E-Saggila, herb sz, t0ni, SSIEGE, Walton, Simo Cell, Toupaz, Color Plus, phil in a maze, Minor Science and many more.
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'Prod: Essays On Music Production In The Human Experience' is a podcast that examines the crucial ways that sound, music, and all aspects of audio culture have shaped our lives.
Today we are joined by influential curator and cultural strategist Michail Stangl (opium_hum), discussing the evolution of curatorial standards in music, the dynamic balance between the underground's niche origins and its global impact, and the considerations of local music scenes that resonate on a worldwide sc...
2024-10-31 20:05:15 +0000 UTC View Post
What happens when the once-vital world of music media collapses under the weight of algorithmic convenience? As music blogs and niche publications fade into abandonment, how do we navigate the diminishing context that once enriched our understanding of sound and culture? When hot takes, instant gratification and trend speculations have overtaken thoughtful critique, what is lost in the conversation around music? Why, in a world of endless content, do we find ourselves patient and deliberate w...
2024-09-26 17:43:37 +0000 UTC View Post
'Prod: Essays On Music Production In The Human Experience' is a podcast that examines the crucial ways that sound, music, and all aspects of audio culture have shaped our lives.
Today, we're joined by Sarah Belle Reid, a groundbreaking trumpet player, composer, and innovator in music technology. Sarah is not only celebrated for her pioneering work in experimental music and interactive systems but also for her commitment to exploring the intersection between acoustic tradition and modern...
2024-08-14 17:44:13 +0000 UTC View PostTHE PLAYFUL PROCESS
Part 1: The Subject of Coincidence and Workflow with Chewlie
In this Lux Cache essay series, we explore the ...
2024-07-17 18:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
How do genre labels like 'hyperpop' and 'deconstructed club' affect an artist's sense of ownership and identity? How do artists reconcile the need for labels with the desire for creative freedom? What is the role of 'Digital Audio Fantasy' in transcending traditional genre classifications? Can the manipulation of digital sonic elements truly simulate new, otherworldly environments? How does the isolation of modern-day music production affect a producer’s creative process? How has the commod...
2024-07-10 18:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
We've updated the 'digital audio fantasy' playlist with some of our favourite artists and new releases, featuring work from Mun Sing, Honour, Nexcyia, Hajj, Quit Life, Saint Abdullah, James K, object blue, Datasatte, Loraine James, mu tate, CORIN, and many more.
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2024-05-15 18:00:07 +0000 UTC
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Benn Jordan joins Kai Whiston in the latest episode of 'Prod' to discuss artist autonomy in the contemporary music landscape, exploring musical evolution, the role of being an educator in the online space, and Aphex Twin's foreshadowing concept of 'music as code'.
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2024 © Whiston Digital / Lux Media | 2024-05-01 17:51:47 +0000 UTC
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AUDIO ARCHITECTURE MASTERCLASS
Part 3: Understanding FDN Reverb & Flow Diagrams in Gen~
with fendoap
In this Lux Cache article/tutorial series, we delve i...
2024-04-10 18:30:01 +0000 UTC View Post
How do artists balance authenticity and performative expectation transitioning from enigmatic mystery to digital intimacy? To what extent does the digital age's transparency diminish the mystique traditionally associated with artists? Can the authentic self survive in an era where algorithmic determinism and market dynamics shape public personas more than personal intent? How does the experience of public controversy affect an artist's relationship with their craft, particularly when their id...
2024-04-03 17:24:08 +0000 UTC View PostHERTZ & HAVOC
Part 2: Imbuing Nature into Sound, MIDI & Recordings
with Fout List
In this Lux Cache article/tutorial series, we embark on a sonic journey into ...
2024-03-27 19:00:08 +0000 UTC View PostLIVE AND KICKING
Part 1: Design and Theory of Electronic Performances
with BEAN / Enpal
In this Lux Cache article/tutorial series, we delve into the intricate world o...
2024-03-22 20:59:51 +0000 UTC View Post
We've updated the 'digital audio fantasy' playlist with some of our favourite artists and new releases, featuring work from Oliver Torr, Arad, Tom Quigley, ZULI, TRYCE, 990x, Rabit, TRNGS, SOFTMATTER, Aho Ssan, RUI HO, Randall Dunn, Kenji Araki, and many more.
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2024-03-13 18:00:08 +0000 UTC
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Christoph Cox—philosopher, cultural theorist, author of 'Sonic Flux' and co-editor of 'Audio Culture: Readings in Modern Music'—speaks to Kai Whiston in a discussion on noise versus music, the philosophical depths of Marx and Nietzsche in sound, the critical dynamics of music streaming, and exploring the vast world of contemporary audio culture.
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How do raves, parties and live music events act as contemporary rituals? In what ways do music venues act as contemporary cathedrals, offering a new form of sanctity and community for today's generation? Can the shared experience of live music, with its emotional and psychological dynamics, serve as a contemporary form of ritual in a secular world? How do afterparties contribute to the overall narrative of live music as a modern ritual, and what impact do they have on the long-term memories a...
2024-01-29 18:00:11 +0000 UTC View Post
Injury Reserve & By Storm producer Parker Corey sits down with Kai Whiston in the newest episode of our 'Prod' podcast, discussing experimental rap production, laptops in a live show context, disruptive plug-in usage, finding collaboration in the modern era & more. This extended conversation is available now for Lux Cache subscribers.
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2023-12-13 19:00:04 +0000 UTC View PostAUDIO ARCHITECTURE MASTERCLASS
Part 2: Max & gen~ for Signal Processing, Distortion & Filters
with fendoap
In this Lux Cache article/tutorial series, we delve into the intricate world of ‘audio architecture’...
2023-12-07 19:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post
We're thrilled to announce six workshops in China this month, presented with Ableton. We will be hosting this workshop in Shanghai, Beijing, Dali, Changzhou, Chengdu, and Kunming, showcasing new experimental tricks in Ableton Live 12 and the new Push 3 controller. 🇨🇳
Led by Lux Cache director Kai Whiston, participants will dive into the intricate world of 'digital audio fanta...
We've updated the 'digital audio fantasy' playlist with some of our favourite releases, featuring work from Rachika Nayar, Object Blue, TWR72, Atrice, Sam Slater, Yraki, Rainy Miller, Laces, Bungalovv, Sarahsson, tau contrib, Rabit, Kaho Matsui, Heith, Plag3t, Holly Waxwing & many more.
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2023-11-29 18:28:38 +0000 UTC
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Is the essence of human creativity in music being preserved or overshadowed in the age of AI and algorithm-driven production? Are platforms like Splice.com redefining or diminishing originality and authenticity in music? Is technology enhancing or eroding the human touch in music production? Are AI compositions and pre-packaged loops empowering artists or overshadowing their unique voices? Do digital tools promote diversity in sound or lead to a homogenized musical landscape? Are these techno...
2023-11-23 18:59:49 +0000 UTC View Post
For our introduction episode of 'Prod: Essays on Music Production in the Human Experience', we set the stage for a journey into the world of music production and its profound connection to the human experience. This episode serves as a prelude to the series, providing listeners with a glimpse into the themes and perspectives that will be explored in depth in the upcoming essays and discussions.
Hosted by Kai Whiston, founder of Lux Cache, this podcast series is an initiative of the educ...
2023-11-23 18:58:29 +0000 UTC View PostTEXTURAL TURMOIL IN THE DAW
Part 1: Punk Ethos to Synthetic Soundscapes
with Bungalovv
In this Lux Cache article/tutorial series, we dive deep into the gritty underbelly of textural manipulation, guided by the punk e...
2023-11-16 19:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post
