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TchKung – Post World Handbook – Compact Disc

Tchkung! is known for their intense and experimental approach to music, blending industrial, punk, and tribal elements into a unique and powerful sound. They are also known for their politically charged messages and activism, often incorporating performance art and multimedia into their live shows.

¡Tchkung! was a rock music band from Seattle, Washington who blended guerrilla theater, tribal drumming, and punk ethics. Their live performances included multiple drummers, violin, didgeridoo, and electric bass, all played to fire breathers and fire eaters, body piercing, and other theatrical scenes. Often compared to Crash Worship, or Crass, the band has been described as ‘industrial’, though ‘post-industrial’ might be more accurate.

The band became well-known for the conclusions of their shows, which occasionally ended in police raids (such as in Eugene), riots (particularly Seattle’s Bumbershoot Festival in 1994) and street parades in which audience members were encouraged to participate. After the break-up of the band, members (including Wilson and Filastine) went on to form the political marching band Infernal Noise Brigade.

Post World Handbook is an album by Tchkung! released in the 1990s. This album encapsulates the band’s philosophy and their approach to music and activism. The title suggests a focus on themes of societal change, environmental issues, and the restructuring of post-industrial society. These themes are a common thread in Tchkung!’s work, reflecting their commitment to social and ecological causes.

Musically, the album likely features a mix of intense percussion, unconventional instruments, and industrial noise, creating a rich sonic landscape that is both challenging and engaging. The use of various non-traditional instruments and found objects contributes to the unique texture of their music, which can be both cacophonous and rhythmically complex.

Post World Handbook would appeal to listeners who are interested in music that pushes boundaries and incorporates a strong message of resistance and transformation. Tchkung!’s work is a call to action, a manual for survival and change in a chaotic world, making their music resonate deeply with those who are politically and socially conscious.

Tim Kerr Records

Song List

1. Tuning
2. Khat (Nanns)
3. Smash Things Up
4. FeralCore
5. Nomadology
6. Tegucigalpa
7. New Earth Rising
8. Picturte Of The Riotzone
9. New Earth