On/Off is a collaborative project between flautist Patrick Shaw-Iversen and electronic musician Raymond Pellicer (Dj Darknorse), emerging from the influential Jazzland Recordings stable in Norway. The duo represents a pivotal moment in the 'Grüneløkka' scene, where the boundaries between purist ECM-style jazz and the burgeoning European electronic underground were systematically dismantled.
Shaw-Iversen brings a global perspective to the woodwinds, incorporating Javanese and Balinese gamelan techniques that provide a unique harmonic and rhythmic foundation. Pellicer, known for his work on Nils Petter Molvær’s seminal 'Khmer' album, provides the 'tech-trickery' - a blend of minimalist techno, glitch, and ambient textures that frame the flute in a digital context. Critically, the project is seen as a successful bridge between the organic and the synthetic, avoiding the clichés of 'chill-out' music in favor of a more rigorous, experimental approach. Their work is characterized by high dynamic range, sparse arrangements, and a focus on the textural possibilities of their instruments.
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