Jed Speare
Sound Works 1982-1987
FV52 2xCD
Sound Works is the first collection of Jed Speare's long-form musique concrete compositions. Speare is a crossover artist who has been working in sound, video, and performance for over thirty years. The music here reflects his investigation and uniquely expressive practice of analogue sound/field recording, editing, combining and mixing during that era. These five pieces are vibrating, towering movements of complex sound strains that expand and grow with each listen.
He is the creator of the Folkways LP Cable Car Soundscapes (1982). In the early 80s he recorded with the San Francisco groups, Research Library (appearing with and solo on the legendary Red Spot compilation LP; Subterranean Records).
Twelve page booklet features introduction by video artist and writer George Quasha, SpeareÕs detailed notes on each piece, rare photographs and score reproductions. Remastered by Bhob Rainey (nmperign).
Released January 22, 2008
