ddt — Deep Dark Tunnel

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May 1

May 1 Episode XXIV: Alejandro Marenco

Carly Metea

Join us in the Tunnel for an exclusive Tunnel mix from Alejandro Marenco, a Chicago based DJ and artist. In the Tunnel, we expand on different types of rhythms themes and sound design found in their music.

Feb 26

Feb 26 Episode XVIII: Kees Austin

Carly Metea

This week we speak will Kees Austin in Episode XVIII of Deep Dark Tunnel! Kees is a producer focusing in UK Garage, Breakbeat, House, and other cool sub genres in the electronic field. We talk about what it means to be an independent artist, making work under different names, and how cool British post-punk is.

Nov 14

Nov 14 Episode V: Pixel Hood

Carly Metea

student work

The discussion of micro genres which exist in the underground world surrounding Soundcloud are explored deeper; as further understandings of “Hyperpop” and the neighboring communities such as “Scenecore” are developed. The algorithm which exists in Soundcloud is discussed, as Pixel hood is an example of such an artist who utilizes it.

Oct 31

Oct 31 Episode III: Sage/ Sumothemechanic

Carly Metea

student work

Join us in the tunnel for our Halloween special, featuring the producer Sage who also goes by Sumothemechanic. This week we play three songs off of Sage’s new mixtape “the photo is unknown” and discuss its themes such as the integration of AI in aesthetics, the genre hyperpop, and sampling techniques.