Join us for an evening of sonic exploration at the Audio Foundation, presented by 2014 Audio Foundation Artist In Residence Thomas Lambert (i.ryoko / Sonorous Circle).
i.ryoko
Thomas Lambert (aka i.ryoko) is a multi-instrumentalist with a focus on synth, voice, guitar, drums and violin. As a member of several musical projects including i.ryoko, Seth Frightening and Skyburial (an ambient/noise/rock trio), he has performed many live shows around New Zealand (and some in Australia) and supported artists the likes of Low, The Books, Jonsi, Grizzly Bear, Eric Copeland, Ilios, Leighton Craigand Hildur Gudnadottir, among others.
Thomas Lambert has recorded solo under the the name i.ryoko, releasing two albums 'Sacred Space (2013)' and 'Rarities (2007-2011)' (2013). He has produced commissioned works for Jack Body and sound design for numerous theatre and short-film works. Lambert has a Bachelor of Music at NZSM (Sonic Arts & Instrumental Composition) and a Diploma in Audio Engineering and Music Production at MAINZ. One of his main occupations is running the recording-label/ artist-collective, Sonorous Circle -http://www.sonorouscircle.com/
Dean Roberts / Seth Frightening
Beginning with the post punk rock trio Thela and moving through White Winged Moth and into his solo recordings, Dean Roberts has marked himself as a guitarist of unique talents. Through arrangement, processing and editing Dean Roberts has crafted out rock that presents listeners with familiar forms as it challenges them with oblique gestures.
Seth Frightening is: Sean Kelly, summoner of catchy tunes and rusty ethereal psychedelic sonic explorations. Currently based in Wellington, NZ.
Seth Frightening has supported the likes of Grizzly Bear, Jonsi, Low, The Books, Neko Case, Neutral Milk Hotel, Eric Copeland, Beirut, Deerhoof…
Park Tapes
The Beat Making and mangling side project of Deer Park’s Nick Walsh & Shannon Walsh. Expect some cool sounds and inventive gear sharing!
