Latest Works by Chicago-Based Sound Artist Push Boundaries of Sonic Exploration

On November 1, 2024, Kevin Drumm, a renowned sound artist from Chicago, will release his new double album, "Constant Fear of Fainting" and "DRY", via the independent platform Signal Noise, which specializes in experimental music, noise, and video art. Pre-sales for the digital versions begin today, October 8, with the full digital release scheduled for November 1. A 12-inch vinyl edition is also set for release in the first quarter of 2025.

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Kevin Drumm by Peter Gumaskas

Exploring New Sonic Territories

Drumm describes 'Constant Fear of Fainting' as an exploration of dense textures, likening it to "a black wall or space with occasional distant beams of light puncturing through at different rates." The album presents intricate sonic landscapes that shift between minimal and maximal elements, blending intensity and dissonance to create a constantly evolving sound environment. Listeners are drawn into a world where harshness and softness, chaos and order, exist side by side. Drumm’s unique approach to sound design evokes the sensation of fine particles in perpetual motion, allowing for a profound auditory experience.

Mastering and Visual Design

The albums are mastered by Stephan Mathieu, with album covers designed by Joe Gilmore, adding visual depth to the immersive sonic journey Drumm creates. adf-web-magazine-kevin-drumm-1

About Signal Noise

Signal Noise is an independent platform that focuses on experimental music, noise, and video art. Based in both Chicago and Tokyo, Signal Noise has become a key player in the global art scene, providing a space for boundary-pushing artists like Kevin Drumm to share their work. The platform supports innovative and avant-garde projects, particularly in the realms of sound and visual art, offering artists a venue to explore new creative expressions.　Through online releases and live events, Signal Noise not only showcases experimental sound and video art but also fosters collaboration between artists and promotes a forward-thinking creative community. Kevin Drumm's upcoming releases are part of Signal Noise's mission to promote cutting-edge musical and artistic endeavors.　Signal Noise continues to build a community around experimental art, bridging music, video, and beyond, while supporting artists who challenge the status quo.