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Artist:	MONDII
Title:	T:P
Label:	HEFTY
Format:	CD
Price:	$14.50
Catalog #:	HEFT 017CD

"Naohiko Sugimoto (a.k.a. Mondii) comes from Chiba, Japan and is by all means a Japanese avant noise artist -- though not in the traditional sense. Mondii plays more with the electronic, a sculptor of clicks and beeps, rather than the loud and grinding noisecore most are known for. He is an experimentalist, weaving soundscapes and inorganic textures with little regard for structure or sequence. Inspired by everyday sounds and experiences, Mondii explains 'I always try to follow my mood and try to bring in some element that I haven't done before. I want to touch all kinds of sounds, instruments, and structure to expand my way of expression and make a fresher sound.' Mondii is not concerned with coloring between the lines, rather questioning why the lines are there to begin with. T:P was mixed and treated by John Hughes III, founder of the Chicago avant-electronic label Hefty records. Mondii is Hughes' most experimental project to date, pushing the boundaries of both art and music."

Artist:	HUGHES, JOHN
Title:	Scarlet Diva
Label:	HEFTY
Format:	CD
Price:	$14.50
Catalog #:	HEFT 026CD

"Scarlet Diva, an Italian film written, directed, and starring Italian superstar Asia Argento marks a return to the past for John Hughes. Prior to scoring Scarlet Diva, which has gained critical acclaim overseas, John had been relatively quiet, spending most of his time running the Chicago-based label, Hefty Records. Asia Argento, the daughter of cult/horror legend, Dario Argento is best known for her acting career. She has starred in several of her father's films, including Phantom of the Opera, The Stendal Syndrome, and Trauma. Includes collaborations with John Mcentire (Tortoise, Sea & Cake) & the legendary Phil Ranelin (jazz trombonist and co-founder of Detroit's infamous Tribe Records -- 1970's)."

Artist:	RETINA
Title:	Volcano Waves
Label:	HEFTY
Format:	CD
Price:	$14.50
Catalog #:	HEFT 027CD

"FILE UNDER DIGITAL FUCKERY. Retina is an avant-electronic-experimental-noise project that explores the boundaries of digital music. Lino Monaco and Nicola Buono of Retina began making music as the Qmen in 1994, one of the first performing electronic groups of their kind in Pompeii, Italy. Lino explains that, 'the Pompeii volcano is a huge example of the natural energy ready to explode here. The people here have great energy, but because of the poor economic situation and cultural struggles, they can't turn it into positive activity'. He elaborates that he has 'a great fascination in the historic area', in which they work, 'which has a big influence on our experimental activity'. Retina's studio exists beside the ancient city of Pompeii, the city that was buried under the Vesuvio volcano 2000 years ago. They perform and improvise all of their material to DAT which is later transferred to the computer and re-edited."

Artist:	RANELIN, PHIL
Title:	The Time Is Now!
Label:	HEFTY
Format:	CD
Price:	$14.50
Catalog #:	HEFT 032CD

"The Time Is NOW!! the time is now, for unity among the people! the time is now, for all men to be able to control their own destinies! the time is now, for oppression, racism, greed, hate , and poverty to end! The time is now, for revolution. This recording itself is part of the revolution, and the whole purpose behind this self determination venture is survival; survival for the musician, his music, and thus survival for you, the listeners and demanders of the creative black art form that has been labelled 'jazz.' Therefore efforts such as this are born of necessity. It is my hope that in some way, the music on this recording will not only inspire, or create moments of happiness, but also help cure or heal someone's mental or physical ills. This is an honest effort to communicate with and raise the awareness level of all the people." -- Phil Ranelin

Artist:	SLICKER
Title:	The Latest
Label:	HEFTY
Format:	CD
Price:	$14.50
Catalog #:	HEFT 034CD

"The Latest offering from Slicker finds John Hughes making a conscious, accessible shift in direction from his previous sound. John has been slowly developing his sound, while retaining his organic, hands on approach since his days as leadman for the eclectic pop group, Bill Ding. He has now come to fruition with Slicker, offering his most diverse and innovative recording to date. Although refined and minimal, The Latest manages to jar and peak attention. And most of all, it hits hard. The album features collaborations with Matmos (Matador), Telefon Tel Aviv (Hefty) and Samadha Trio's Chris Case (Hefty)."

Artist:	SAVATH & SAVALAS
Title:	The Rolls And Waves
Label:	HEFTY
Format:	CD
Price:	$9.00
Catalog #:	HEFT 038CD

"With the release of The Rolls and Waves EP, Herren has come full circle. His trademark soundscapes are expanded for even deeper listening. Multi-textured songs bloom through soft focus lenses. Sensually harmonic & melodic, gently flowing organic instrumentation (upright bass, guitar, drums, percussion, sax, etc) is accented with the most subtle digital tapestries. The Rolls and Waves EP is an ecosystem of notes connected in a single motion. You can absorb it as a whole or slide in and out."

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Artist:	MCENTIRE, JOHN
Title:	Reach The Rock: Music From The Motion Picture
Label:	HEFTY
Format:	CD
Price:	$14.50
Catalog #:	HEFT 014CD