Baltimore – Christian B. Carey

Mark Renner – “Saints and Sinners”

On Febuary 16, 2018, RVNG Intl. digitally released Few Traces, a recording of rarities by Mark Renner. The physical release is this Friday (February 23rd). Renner is an under-heralded icon of the Baltimore arts scene. A talented painter, printmaker, and musician, Renner’s work proved pivotal in the local community during the first early glimmers of postContinue reading “Mark Renner – “Saints and Sinners””

Prince – “Baltimore”

One of Prince’s greatest late songs.

Matmos: Ultimate Care II (CD Review)

Matmos Ultimate Care II Thrill Jockey Records Matmos (the duo of M. C. (Martin) Schmidt and Drew Daniel) uses an unusual sonic palette for their latest Thrill Jockey recording, Ultimate Care II. The sounds of the recording are made with the Whirlpool Ultimate Care II model washing machine in the basement of their home in Baltimore, Maryland. InContinue reading “Matmos: Ultimate Care II (CD Review)”