Form The Head Podcast

Manning the helm at Unseen Force, Derrick Spotts stops by to discuss multiple music projects. Growing up in Western Massachusetts Derrick performs under the monikers and Flysch, and Ellery Everet as well as part of projects like Elastic Energy Ensemble, Full Metal Confused, and Public Universal Friend - to name a few. We dive deep into the joys of not making art, tacos and the lives of tape loops.

https://unseenforcenoise.bandcamp.com/
https://concretehorizon.bandcamp.com/
unseen-force.com

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Kaho Matsui is a musical powerhouse. She has released an uncertain number of albums and tracks under the name Kazuma Matsui on her own label - Bedside Tetrapod - as well as international labels like Norm Corps and others. Kaho visits and we talk about Inventive recording techniques, grief and American Football. https://kazumamatsui.bandcamp.com/ https://bedsidetetrapod.bandcamp.com/ https://normcorps.bandcamp.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Je0WwBstieFnBCiFsXQ0N?si=CqFEFVVnSxKB3v2ORgt5Qw

This week Clamber visits to talk about their personal story, starting with a handheld recorder, growing up with engineers, punks and technology then later discovering that which is truly important in life. Clamber is a musician, author, photographer, event organizer, performer, public speaker, one of the heads at Bento Records. Find out how Clamber values creative time and presents sophisticated and intentional sonic structures in a noise-heavy context. Intro: Clamber - Clamber (album) - Yuppiminium Outro: Clamber - Live at Mt Tabor - Excerpt 2 [2021-06-10] clamber.bandcamp.com clamber.org bentorecords.com Instagram: @_clamber_ Support Form The Head on Patreon: http://patreon.com/formthehead

In this episode we meet t0k4 - Nathaniel Alexander. We talk about the emotional content of his music, starting over, his journey which reaches through the music industry, tugboats, the military, loss and family. Evolving as an artist, control, grief and a fast-moving mind all play a part in the t0k4 sound and creative process. Currently DJing out as Nate Aries as well as doing live performances under the t0k4 moniker, Nate still finds time to complete his studies in music through the Sonic Arts and Music Production (SAMP) program at PSU. Intro: t0k4 - Dissociation - Loose Wire Outro: t0k4 - Self Inflicted Meditation - Ego(death) Summer https://t0k4.bandcamp.com/ Twitter + Instagram: @t0k4music Support Form The Head on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/formthehead

In this second part of our Norm Corps. feature, we spend some time talking with deejay chainwallet about reasons for making music, disinformation, psychedelics and dealing with challenges. With releases and remixes coming at a breakneck pace, Daniel shares thoughts on running Norm Corps, current music culture, conspiracy theories and Smash Bros Melee. Intro: deejay chainwallet - BREAK CORPS 2 - gateway process Outro: deejay chainwallet - 5G DEATH GRID - Na Nach Techno https://normcorps.bandcamp.com/ https://soundcloud.com/deejaychainwallet Support Form The Head on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/formthehead

Amazing conversation with Golden Boy, Paris Alexander in our first of a 2 part b2b with the heads of Norm Corps. We talk about discovering new music, sampling, anime, Smash Bros, collaborating with other artists and supporting the scene. Golden Boy - PHANTASY 999 REMASTERED - Ravers From Dimension X (Bonus Track) Golden Boy - HAIZAI RECORDS vs NORMCORPS - .hack//mod https://normcorps.bandcamp.com/ https://soundcloud.com/g0ld3nb0y

Gumar takes a moment out of his very busy schedule to talk with us about time management, working with artists, upcoming releases and very chill vibes. Head of local label Bed of Roses, host of a weekly radio show on Freeform FM, a livestream, and many ongoing mixes, edits and remixes, Gumar finds a way to do what he loves, support the local community while also working with international artists, producers and djs. Seemingly always laid back, Gumar gets a lot done and still has time to create groovy jams under his Break Mode pseudonym, blending smooth jams with touching, emotional atmospherics that are at home in any bed, dancefloor or lounge. Intro: Break Mode - Wash One - Wash One Outro: Break Mode - Wash One - Stabs (Sound Believer Mix) https://bedofrosesentertainment.com/ Bed of Roses Radio on Freeform Portland Mondays 4-6 PST https://www.freeformportland.org/ https://linktr.ee/bedofroses https://www.patreon.com/bed_of_roses Support Form The Head on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/formthehead

Krista Bourgeois joins us to talk about finding her sound and finding balance during the pandemic. Currently based in Portland, Krista has been busy cranking out mixes, tracks, remixes and livestreams while working as a resident DJ for Interference Radio and Tenth Aesthetic. Riding on the success of last year's Cognitive Dissonance EP on Obskur Music, a new release is forthcoming before moving to Berlin this fall. Uniquely driven, she has focused on educating herself through schooling and mentorships, focusing on challenging herself and learning to manage constructive criticism with style and grace.

Intro: Krista Bourgeois - Cognitive Dissonance EP - Cognitive Dissonance (Original Mix)

Outro: Rebekah - Ghost Stories (Krista Bourgeois Remix)

https://soundcloud.com/kristabourgeoismusic

https://kristabourgeois.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kristabourgeoismusic/

In this short episode I talk about tragic loss, fentanyl and community. I also talk about public safety, awareness and appreciating artists.

Cyan Day Fund: https://wcf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create?funit_id=2759 Narcan: https://www.narcan.com/ DanceSafe: https://dancesafe.org/product/fentanyl-test-strips-pack-of-10-free-shipping/ Optic Echo: Airs every Tuesday from 6-8pm PST My mix will be up on Tuesday, May 4, from 6-8pm PST https://www.opticechopresents.com/ https://xray.fm/shows/optic-echo-presents Intro Music: DJ Seinfeld – U Outro Music: Caribou – Melody Day (Four Tet Remix) Follow Form The Head: instagram: @formthehead twitter: @formtheheadrecs Support FTH on Patreon: http://patreon.com/formthehead

Very chill talks with Colby Dean about parenting, practice, process and how he has arrived at the beautiful sounds of Torrey Pines. Originally from Las Vegas, Colby has been a touring musician for years, playing in bands such as Divers, Fleshtone and Kind Brother. Upon becoming a father, Colby sought to use sounds to soothe the soul and discovered a vast space of creativity and peace. Intro: Torrey Pines - Upcoming Release - Into The Sun Outro: Torrey Pines - Upcoming Release - Open Space https://torreypines.bandcamp.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/4duE8zRXR4wdrfcK0uwgLr?si=e-9dZWftRtaGGugtCcnMZQ Support FTH on Patreon! http://patreon.com/formthehead