Shit and Shine

Shit and Shine sounds like a warehouse party where the sound system is malfunctioning in the most beautiful way possible. It is a dense, percussive thicket of sound that prioritizes rhythm above all else, often utilizing multiple drummers to create a wall of hypnotic, tribal energy. The music is gritty and tactile, filled with the hiss of tape, the crunch of distorted samples, and the relentless thud of a kick drum that refuses to quit.

What truly sets them apart is a wicked, surrealist sense of humor. While many noise and experimental acts take themselves with deadly seriousness, Craig Clouse injects his work with cheeky samples, absurd titles, and a playful willingness to pivot from grindcore to mutant disco on a whim. It is music that feels alive and unpredictable, constantly poking at the boundaries of what constitutes a 'song' while keeping your head nodding.

Start with 'Powder Horn' or 'Bad Vibes' to hear the project at its most infectious. These albums bridge the gap between their early noise-rock roots and their later electronic explorations, offering a perfect entry point into their world of rhythmic obsession and sonic mischief.