The Psychedelic Dungeon

Why Do I Do It?

Cosmicmuffin — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:02:00 GMT

Why do I even bother doing these things? Chances are no one will read this or hear anything I've done (don't worry, I have received comments on my work, I'm just putting this idea out there).

Do I worry about whether or not you like what I have to express? Here is a post I recently put up on Rainn Wilson's new site, SoulPancake:

Creativity is inherent; craft is learned. Both work together to express what is in the soul.
I have seen many people who are great crafters but not very creative and very creative people who are frustrated at not being able to express it as they want to for lack of skills.

Motivation is another important factor. Frustration can lead to apathy and disinterest in expression. I do believe, though, that expression of creativity is paramount to a happy life. Every one of us has something to express deep inside the soul.

One prime motivator is the desire to make our mark in history, to say "I was here"; however there are many cases of people who were the most popular in their day, but are now almost forgotten. A fascinating read is "Banvard's Folly" by Paul S. Collins. He illustrates 13 stories about fervrent individuals who had set out to change the world but didn't. John Banvard, whose story provides the book's title, was an extremely creative painter whose mammoth works were celebrated in their time but have now all but disappeared.

Therefore, I believe that the best way to go about things is to express your creativity in the way you see fit. If you feel that is accurately expressing your vision and it entertains you, than it is the greatest accomplishment. If others are impressed by it, then it's even better - but that should not be the prime motivation. After all, what are the achievements of the greatest pop stars of our time going to compare to, say, the Pyramids? Only time will tell.

As for my work, take a look at this:
The Oddcast Network

Thanks, Bob.

Hello Dere - Ghosts of the Shamrock

Cosmicmuffin — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 06:48:00 GMT

Grandaddy Dada's Debut

Cosmicmuffin — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 21:04:00 GMT

Shortly before midnight on September 9, 2009, mixing was finalized on what must be the most ambitious production coming out of Jollity Farm studios to date. “Hello Dere – Ghosts of the Shamrock” is an epic hour-long sound sculpture that was originally designed as an ambient piece; while listening to the playback on headphones however, I found that it worked that way as well. Then again, maybe the ghosts were taking over!

It is fitting that work on this behemoth finished on 09/09/09, because the track “Revolution 9” from The Beatles (aka the “white album”) was one of the earliest inspirations for what would become the Grandaddy Dada projects. Listening to that maelstrom of sound was always a treat for me – I never skipped over it. (I mean, there was only one more song after that, anyway.) So if you like that kind of thing, then this is the kind of thing you’ll like. If not, it is about ten times as long, so be forwarned. The next oddcast will probably be something a bit more conventional.

As for the Shamrock Hotel, it looms large in old Houston, Texas legend, as it was the biggest and Texan-est of it’s kind when it opened in 1949. The bigger they are, the harder they fall.

More information can be found here.

And remember: Om is where the Art is.

The Door Opens!

Cosmicmuffin — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 18:54:00 GMT

Greetings, Netlings!
I finally made my way down these steps and after trying all of my keys (in the dark) I was able to get this old door open. There are an awful lot of cobwebs, but most contents are still intact. As I peruse these curious archives, I will be giving you updates on my finds and attempting to present audio and visuals to you. That's about as basic as I can make it. I will try to post frequently and I hope you return often.