Chimp Beams
While I'll readily admit that the NY scene is not as vibrant as it was in the pre-Giuliani days, there are still pockets of underground noise that seem to exist just slightly off of the radar. Although Brooklyn has unfortunately become synonymous with fleeting musical trends like Electroclash and Dance Punk, it is still a vibrant source of alternative sonic options, one of which is an insane Japanese dub and afrobeat scene that includes groups like Akoya Afrobeat Ensemble, Asian Orange Sound System and today's post Chimp Beams. Self-described as an "electro jazz dub trio" the band take stock in the more psychedlic side of live cinematic groove, melding trip-hop (yes, I said it) with the headspinning ambient layers of the most THC-infused dub. I swear I saw these guys with Organic Grooves, but I barely remember the night. They're that kind of act. Both of these tracks are from their record "Vibrato" which is available at their Web site.
Chimp Beams :: "Lovely Chimps"
Chimp Beams :: "Mute Salvation"
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