Granpa Abela at Mackenzie Hall
/w Death Kneel, NIMME AMEE, Crude Flame, GaSH
Australian experimental artist Lucas Abela (now known as Granpa) has spent decades developing his unique noise practice. Using amplified and processed shards of glass he has created a performance instrument unlike any other. Blowing and pressing into the glass he can create a controlled chaos of resonant sounds and shifting modulations. His performances are impossible to ignore and a testament his devotion to his craft.
In the decades since picking up his glass, Granpa has toured the world extensively. He is now embarking on the 49th parallel and Rising tour bringing him across Canada and to Windsor for the first time. Granpa and his glass appears on the Death Grips album Year of the Snitch and he recently released a collaborative album with Zach Hill on Warp Records called Bag of Max Bag of Cass.
Joining Granpa in the Main Gallery at Mackenzie Hall on June 22nd are:
DEATH KNEEL — Harsh Ambience from Toronto. Intricately, controlled movements and dense recordings that deliver intentisty and restraint.
NIMME AMEE — Patient and incidental noise from Toronto. Deeply personal and spirited. Dynamic sound collages and audiographic experimentation.
CRUDE FLAME — Visceral Harsh Noise from Windsor/Essex. Chaotically orchestrated feedback patterns, circuit bending, and radio play. Dynamic and unyielding.
GaSH — Slow ambience from Windsor. Broken electronics, feedback loops, and droning gasps for air.
Doors at 7 PM. Performances will begin at 7:30 PM.
Contact acardillo.canada@gmail.com if you have any questions.