Pauline Oliveros - RAEX293 Pauline Oliveros

Review by Stacey O'Neale

RAEX293 Pauline Oliveros is an album that showcases the innovative and experimental music of the late American composer and accordionist Pauline Oliveros. The album is a compilation of some of Oliveros' most groundbreaking works, spanning over five decades of her illustrious career.

The album features Oliveros' signature style of deep listening and sonic exploration, where she uses her accordion and electronics to create immersive soundscapes that blur the lines between music and noise. The tracks on the album are diverse in their approach, ranging from the meditative and introspective to the chaotic and dissonant.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Horse Sings from Cloud," a haunting and ethereal piece that features Oliveros' accordion playing alongside the sounds of horses and birds. Another notable track is "Bye Bye Butterfly," a seminal work in the history of electronic music that features Oliveros' use of tape manipulation and live electronics.

Summary by Stacey O'Neale

RAEX293 Pauline Oliveros is a must-listen for anyone interested in avant-garde and experimental music. Oliveros' unique approach to sound and her unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of music make this album a timeless classic that will continue to inspire generations of musicians and listeners alike.