After a summer road trip through upstate New York, Matthew shares highlights from Albany to Kinderhook with Joe. Some rock history is shared. The cover of Bringing It All Back Home is referenced. An artist with his own “ism” is discussed. Gallery, book, film, podcast, and even hotel recommendations are offered. Matthew takes his turn […]
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Of Memphis and Rusty Technology | Episode 37
After a summer break, Joe and Matthew return to the studio complex. Though they’re a little rusty at first, the conversation quickly turns to a recent travel destination. Art and music highlights of Memphis TN are shared. This also sparks a conversation around the evolution of – and ties between – technology, consumer models, and community. Previous […]
Ben Coleman And The Hiss of Life | Episode 36
Joe and Matthew join multi-disciplinary artist Ben Coleman over tea to discuss his sound work. They visit Ben’s Room of Future Hits for a listen to projects past and present. Then, it’s back to tea and a brief tour of Ben’s record collection. The strengths of McCartney II are explored. The pros and cons of […]
Of Readymades and Gentrification (Part 2) | Episode 35
A documentary recommendation and adventures in vinyl shops are highlights in part two of this conversation between co-hosts Joe and Matthew at the studio complex. Continuing with an account of travel through Florida, the topic of gentrification is revisited. Debate on the canon again re-emerges and references an earlier Brain Fuzz conversation with artist Craig […]
Raisons D’être | Episode 31
Art travel destinations in Ohio kick off Joe and Matthew’s return to the studio complex. Artist statements are unpacked and repacked. Art world subterfuge is uncovered, and a fledgling segment continues to stretch its wings. The band SQÜRL is praised, and a Jim Jarmusch impression is attempted. Movie picks are casually offered, while an official […]
You Know, I Was Watching You (Part 1) | Episode 27
Amid the shuffling of handouts and show prep, Joe and Matthew dig into Joe’s recent trip to upstate New York. Bard College and DIA:Beacon are highlighted. Mentorship and collaboration in the creative life are discussed – what does mentorship really look like? Matthew provides the audio pick of the day. Incidental film picks are offered. […]