Clockwerk
Combining an array of computer technology, samplers, and vintage synthesizers; Clockwerk creates a tightly rhythmic audio assault. Their motives are politically ambivalent, yet socially critical. Live performances are complimented by a charged video installation. They seek to arouse and incite their audience into a politically driven frenzy.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
We are three very different people with very different backgrounds in electronic music. Our union is contingent upon what we perceive as a need for music of protest in the current international political climate. Our history is irrelevant. Our future is vital.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Yes, we do play live shows.
Your musical influences
CLOCK DVA - BURIED DREAMS, FRONT 242 - TYRANNY FOR YOU, GEORGE ORWELL - 1984, MINISTRY - TWITCH/THE LAND OF RAPE AND HONEY, EINSTURZENDE NEUBAUTEN - TABULA RASA, PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDA - AUTOBIOGRAPHY, GLOBAL POLITICS, HORROR FILM SOUNDTRACKS, THE TENSIONS BETWEEN ENTROPY AND EVOLUTION AND THE DIFFICULTY DISCERNING THE TWO
What equipment do you use?
tracking programs, subtractive synths, sample arrangement programs, bass guitar, various effects devices, ewi, electronic/accoustic percussion
Anything else?
http://www.wm3.org
http://www.votergate.tv
http://www.guardian.co.uk/
http://myspace.com/clockwerk
