Rafael Anton Irisarri

Someone recently asked me what the process was in choosing an album to write about. Given the ocean-sized scope of new music and the constant stream of submissions, it’s an interesting question and one most scrolls fail to talk about. A lot of the time the key factor is feeling. If something sparks the senses and moves you to the point of wanting to write about it, then that really is the logical end point. The music of Italy’s Paolo Tortora does this.

Few artists command as solid a presence as Rafael Anton Irisarri. The prolific New York-based producer, engineer, and sound designer boasts an expansive body of work built on deep sonic exploration and a relentless drive for auditory and thematic innovation. From his potently beautiful soundscapes to evocative live performances that transform acoustic spaces and perceptions, Irisarri's legacy transcends any preconceived limitations within the alternative arts scene.

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