“Weird Telepathic Moments” : Causa Sui’s Jonas Munk And Jakob Skott Talk ‘From The Source’

If you’re a fan of Causa Sui, then you’ll know the featured photo is not an up to date shot of the Danish psych/prog/post/fuzz rockers. That’s because these cats have better things to do than update promo photos. What are those better things? I don’t know, like run one of the most prestigious and musically […]

Edena Gardens Returns With ‘Dens’, out December 1st; Listen To First Single “Dusted”

Trilogies are the perfect means of storytelling. Three films that tell an expanded tale and take us on a journey. It’s the perfect collection of artistry, storytelling, and concept. Movies, books, and even music can tell a tale over the course of three albums. Denmark’s musical trio Edena Gardens has taken the musical trilogy to […]

Edena Gardens : Agar

Last year our ears and minds were blessed with the release of Edena Gardens’ debut self-titled release. The trio is a supergroup of sorts; Nicklas Sørensen(guitar), Martin Rude(guitar, bass), and Jakob Skøtt(drums, percussion) are all involved in major creative forces musically, including Causa Sui, Videodrones, Papir, Sun River, as well as Martin Rude Jakob Skøtt […]

Edena Gardens : Live Momentum

Live albums have been a staple of late night spins since the dawn of the bean bag chair. Basements across the globe set up with decent hi-fi stereos, Hendrix wall tapestries, and a mellow haze in the air have welcomed sleepy-eyed listeners in their warm yet dank embrace. Cheap Trick’s Live At Budokon, KISS’ Alive, […]

Stepping Into The Dura Plane : Jakob Skott Talks ‘Instrumentality’ And The Road To It

Hey, hi. I’m currently in the throes of year end list gathering, so I’m a little short on time for writing new schtuff. While I’m gathering information and wringing my hands over what moved me the most in 2022 I thought I’d repost some oldies but goodies. Today I’m reposting my interview with drummer/synth extraordinaire […]

Edena Gardens Unleashes “Hidebound”; Debut Album Drops In October On El Paraiso REcords

Listening to Edena Gardens brand new single “Hidebound” I feel as if I’m being carried away in some cosmic slipstream. It’s a slow drift of a song that lives in glorious 70s Komische light; touches of echoing guitar, psychedelic keys, and a rolling, endless groove of percussion. The cosmos passes by as you stare out […]

“Temporary Label” : A Conversation With El Paraiso Records’ Jonas Munk and Jakob Skøtt

Last week we had a hell of a time over hear at Complex Distractions celebrating a decade(plus a year) of releases with El Paraiso Records. So many amazing albums, artists, and vibes that have hit our ears and burned out psyches that it was impossible for me to cover all of them. I did cover […]

Odense Vibes : 11 Years Of El Paraiso Records Part V(Solo And Beyond)

It’s been a heady week-long journey into the heart of the mighty El Paraiso Records. So many amazing releases and artists have passed through the hallowed halls of El Paraiso, and I think we’re all the better for it. These last 11 years have seem some amazing records drop, and I’m hoping there’s at least […]

Odense Vibes : 11 Years Of El Paraiso Records Part IV(Collaborations)

Over the years there have been some truly great collaborative albums between members of Causa Sui and other amazing, like-minded artists. Albums that El Paraiso Records offered up to the universe so we could partake in those magical vibes as well. These albums stand for what El Paraiso was created for in the first place, […]

Videodrones : After The Fall

There’s something quite special about hearing a new Videodrones album. Since the 2016 debut album Mondo Ferox, the duo of Jakob Skott and Kristoffer Ovesen has created an aura of mystery with their heavy synth Dystopia put to record. Using queasy VHS horror rentals of the 80s as a their starting point, these two Danish […]