Flock Of Scissors EP, by Paul May + Platform

Flock Of Scissors EP

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For this second collaborative work from Paul May and Matt Atkins, they once again split the duties into drums and percussion from Paul and processing / programming from Matt. The first release from the pair really paved the way for what is turning into a very fruitful relationship indeed and this EP signals a definite evolution in their sound. From the original recordings Matt has put together a varied and extremely listenable selection of work that has its roots firmly in the abstract side of things. But, the real joy is the way that it’s accompanied by a palpable sense of melody as well – witness the first track with its subtle bass build up and gentle layers of sound. There’s even a nod to a more dancefloor friendly style with what I believe may well be the first pure 4/4 based track on the label. Stripping back the original recordings and using them as an extra layer of percussion gives the track real movement and life. I’d hesitate to actually call it techno, mind you, but it’s certainly in the same ballpark. From there the last track once again blends the obtuse with the beautiful in a composition that I feel is probably my favourite track of their work so far. Clattering sounds and percussion give way to absolutely gorgeous, ethereal chords half way through and then remain until the very end. Well put together, expertly produced, full of fascinating sounds and textures. MRM delivers once again. Superb.

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released August 1, 2009

Paul May - Drums and Percussion
Matthew Atkins - Electronics and Processing
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MRM is a DIY label for experimental music curated by Matt Atkins, a London based sound and visual artist whose principle interests are reductionism, chance, repetition and texture. He uses objects, percussion instruments, occasionally a laptop and cassette recorders to create sound collages in both the recorded medium and live. ... more

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