Runes

Recorded at Total Refreshment Centre and produced by Kristian Craig Robinson (AKA Capitol K), of the Archie Bronson Outfit - who has previously recorded the likes of Bradford Cox of Deerhunter. Living in both London and Berlin, VENN encompass an impressive mix of musical influences on their debut EP - from the more industrial-leaning sounds of early 70s West Germany, up to the bourgeoning post-punk influenced scene of early-millennial Atlanta. The experimental essence of both eras is captured in Venn's unconstrained recording process, with the inclusion of live takes, sampling and assertive rhythmic changes throughout. A snapshot in time, the EP was performed in the studio and then chopped, dubbed and reassembled by the band, with lost sounds - now unremembered to VENN - finding their way back into these current compositions. These sporadic and improvised parts, such as the inclusion of vinyl being dragged backwards on a turntable, all contribute to the alluring bricolage that is RUNE001.