Saturday, September 4, 2010

Ullakkopalo


kemialliset ystävät - ullakkopalo lp

kemialliset ystävät - ullakkopalo cd

ky close up

ky close up



I'm totally fascinated with the new album, Ullakkopalo, by Finnish project/band Kemialliset Ystävät which I discovered through Yer Sweet Chimneys.
Kemialliset Ystävät use instruments from flea markets and second hand stores and create music that sounds like how an orcheastra would sound during its instruments tune up.
Their new album's cover art is as complex and hypnotic as their music. Designed by Brenna Murphy and Jan Anderzen (of KY), the cover features a fantastic collage so rich with details it spellbinds you into a magical, imaginative world.

More:
/// Click the photos to view them in larger size and on black background (via Brenna Murphy's Flickr photostream).
/// Listen to samples of Ullakkopalo on fonal.com
/// Hear Jan Anderzén talks about his music, Ullakkopalo's cover art and hidden architecture (below)

4 comments:

  1. Funny to see someone like this here, who you just met last night. A bit surreal, but it makes this world a bit smaller.

    Greetings from Tampere!

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  2. Whoa that's pretty incredible to use instruments from flea markets/second hand stores. Very interesting! The cover art is intriguing as well. Thanks for sharing :)!

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  3. i really enjoy your blog, you have lots of inspiring images/concepts on here! thanks for making my day :)

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  4. Anna, I'm so happy to discover you're visiting the ///SlowLane! I'm flattered and happy to have you here!
    Yes, this world is small and cozy isn't it? Yet, very exciting to hear you were spending your evening with Jan! I'm more and more under the impression that Finland is full with unique talents.

    Happy you find it interesting Stephanie!

    Thanks so much Ella! Your comment warmed my heart!

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