Rooms by Loren Mazzacane Connors
Loren Mazzacane Connors' *Rooms* is a haunting exploration of blues through the lens of experimental and minimalistic soundscapes. The album defies traditional blues structures, instead opting for an impressionistic and lo-fi approach that resonates with deep emotional undercurrents.
The sparse instrumentation, often just a solitary guitar, creates a sense of isolation and introspection, perfectly complemented by Suzanne Langille's ethereal vocal contributions. Each track is a delicate balance of sound and silence, evoking a mood that is both melancholic and serene. The ambient elements further enhance the immersive experience, drawing the listener into a world where every note feels like a breath.
The album's freeform nature allows Connors to express his emotions without the constraints of traditional song structure, making *Rooms* a truly unique entry in the blues genre. Whether you're a fan of experimental music or simply looking for something that challenges the norm, *Rooms* offers a compelling journey through the depths of human emotion.
Tracklist
| 1. | Grip My Hand | 3:04 |
| 2. | Blues No.25 | 4:05 |
| 3. | Blues No.10 (fallen son) | 3:14 |
| 4. | Blues No.12 | 3:54 |
| 5. | Blues No.13 | 1:08 |
| 6. | Blues No.15 | 1:42 |
| 7. | Blues No.16 | 2:17 |
| 8. | Blues No.19 | 3:19 |
| 9. | Blues No.23 | 4:15 |
| 10. | Blues No.24 (midnight) | 4:21 |
| 12. | Blues No.27 | 1:59 |
| 13. | Blues No.28 | 2:08 |
| 14. | Blues No.29 | 2:22 |
| 15. | Blues No.30 (palms) | 3:33 |
| 16. | Can't Forget | 2:44 |
| 17. | Blues No.31 | 2:36 |
Credits
License
CC BY-ND 3.0. See the Creative Commons website for details.Tags
- Avant Rock
- FREE PUNK
- Folk
- abstract
- abstract guitar
- ambient experimental
- avant garde hip hop
- avant-garde
- avant-garde metal
- experimental death metal
- experimental hardcore
- experimental jazz
- experimental jungle
- experimental screamo
- experimental shoegaze
- free drone
- free drone ambient
- free form
- free improvisation
- free rock
- improvisational
- instrumental
- microtonal
- musique concrete
- noise folk
- noise prog
- noise rock
- sound collage
- soundscapes
- London
Loren Mazzacane Connors is an avant-garde guitarist known for his abstract, experimental approach to blues and folk music. Active since the late 1970s, he has released over 50 albums, exploring minimalism, improvisation, and haunting atmospheres. Connors has collaborated with various artists, including Suzanne Langille and Jim O'Rourke, leaving a profound impact on underground music.