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Steve Fisk – 448 Deathless Days – Cassette
Few figures exerted greater influence over the contemporary Pacific Northwest indie music scene than Steve Fisk. While a veteran of bands including Pell Mell and Pigeonhed, he earned his greatest renown as a producer, helming sessions for acts including Nirvana, the Screaming Trees, Soundgarden and Beat Happening.
Already a veteran of countless short-lived bands by the time he made his solo debut in 1980 with contributions to the compilations Sub Pop 5 and Life Elsewhere, in 1985 Fisk resurfaced as a member of the instrumental outfit Pell Mell, which issued a series of well-received efforts on SST.
That same year he made his producing debut with the Screaming Trees’ Other Worlds, followed in 1986 by the group’s Clairvoyance; soon his credit appeared regularly on releases from the Sub Pop and K labels, including key early releases from the likes of Beat Happening (the brilliant Jamboree) and Soundgarden (Fopp).
448 Deathless Days is the debut solo album by American musician and producer Steve Fisk. Released in 1987, it showcases Fisk’s eclectic and experimental approach to music, blending elements of electronic, industrial, and alternative rock.
Steve Fisk, known for his work as a producer and sound engineer for influential bands such as Nirvana and Soundgarden, embarked on a solo career with ‘448 Deathless Days.’ The album reflects Fisk’s unique sonic vision, incorporating a wide range of instruments, samples, and unconventional production techniques.
The album features a collection of atmospheric and abstract tracks that defy easy categorization. Fisk’s mastery of sound manipulation and texture creation is evident throughout, as he weaves together electronic beats, distorted guitars, ambient soundscapes, and haunting vocal samples.
Standout tracks from ‘448 Deathless Days’ include ‘Invocation,’ ‘Tongues,’ and ‘Ragged Old Flag’ These songs showcase Fisk’s ability to create intricate and immersive compositions that challenge traditional song structures and explore the boundaries of sound.
‘448 Deathless Days’ received critical acclaim upon its release, praised for its innovative soundscapes, production techniques, and Fisk’s ability to create atmospheric and captivating music. The album remains a cult favorite among fans of experimental and alternative music.
For fans of experimental and electronic music, 448 Deathless Days offers a compelling and boundary-pushing listening experience. It represents a significant release in Steve Fisk’s career as both a musician and producer, highlighting his unique artistic vision and his contributions to the alternative music scene.
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Track Listing
1. Invocation
2. No 2nd Chance
3. Ragged Old Flag
4. Weekend Review
5. Diamond Club
6. Oh Little Seeds
7. Johnny Smoke (Swamp Thing)
8. Emerging Nation
9. Trasheap
10. Further Demo Of An Assist
11. Break On Thru
12. Tongues
13. Soul Of Spain
14. Tragedy At Sea
15. This Vacuum
16. Chakiri Bushi
17. She Walks
18. Barretta
19. To Abide In The Flesh
20. Priorities
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