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UT002: Houdini King

by Minnesota Nice/Zejma

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Houdini 03:41
2.
King 04:21

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Houdini King, a lush slab of harsh noise and experimental electronics, is the debut collaboration between Minnesota Nice (Dwarfcraft Devices) and Zejma (Tye Die Tapes, naisian).

Minnesota Nice is the stage name under which Ben Hinz (owner of boutique effect pedal manufacturer Dwarfcraft Devices) makes experimental noise and drone music. This collaboration is the first Minnesota Nice release for nearly two years since 2018’s Tee Tape.

Adam Zejma creates improvised noise music using a combination of heavily manipulated electric guitar and analog synthesis under the name “Zejma”. Adam founded the UK-based cassette tape label Tye Die Tapes and is the founder of Utility Tapes.

A significant departure from both artist’s previous releases, Houdini King is the result of a remote collaboration that began in early 2018 and spanned multiple locations across the US and the UK. Ben provided the sound bed on which the two track, eight minute long collaboration was based and compositions were formed through extensive experimentation and editing.

Sonically, Houdini King moves rapidly through distinct ups and downs. A smooth, atmospheric start is interrupted by aggressive, martial EDM before “Houdini” comes to a spluttering end and makes way for the more melodic and patient “King”. This second track demonstrates the ability of the duo to move beyond the white noise that typifies many noise music releases.

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released March 7, 2020

Recorded and mixed by Benjamin Hinz and Adam Zejma
Mastered by Adam Zejma

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