Insect Ark - Relocation To Berlin, Line Up Change
Insect Ark, experimental drone/doom metal project led by Dana Schechter, shared some fresh news. First, the band has officially relocated to Berlin (Germany). Second, drummer Andy Patterson parted ways with the band. Tim Wyskida (Khanate), who also resided in Berlin, has been confirmed as the official replacement. And third, the majority of demos for the next full length have been completed. More info can be read via Dana's statement down under.
A note from Dana: "Insect Ark is now officially based in Berlin! This complex & vibrant city is now our official HQ, making it easier to focus on work in Europe. Insect Ark turned 10 this year. This coincided with the crazy whirlwind of the last 1,5 years, with forced separations everywhere we turned, and huge losses on so many levels in the music world & in life. It's been a time of big questions, and making music/art feels more crucial than ever. I've had a deep desire (personally/musically) to sharpen focus and to simplify, while also becoming more expansive. I love "doing it all" (writing/recording/looping/playing all the parts) but I'm more interested in evolution.
"So, the changes: The "duo band" format will now make room for occasional outside collaborators. I’ll stay the main writer, and keep doing solo work alongside the band version. Welcoming this flexibility feels good.
"Andy Patterson (drums) who played/toured for 2020's The Vanishing will be taking leave. He’s focusing on The Otolith & on his studio in SLC. The 5000+ mile gap between us and a year of Covid-induced dislocation was a tough recipe for making progress. Over the time apart we both had shifted priorities, so we made the mutual decision. I’m super proud of the music we did together and grateful for all Andy’s work, and for our continued friendship.
"I'm excited to announce that now joining me on drums is none other than Tim Wyskida (Khanate, Blind Idiot God, Azonic), who now also resides in Berlin as a fellow NYC expat. Tim’s dedication to sound, his creative vigor and work ethic, paired with his exceptional skills as a drummer/percussionist are very exciting developments for Insect Ark, as I’ve been a huge fan of his work for years.
"The writing and demos for the upcoming record are 75% done. There’s been many delays and obstacles, but I feel like the wait + these new developments will help make this the best Insect Ark music ever. I hope you’ll stay tuned, there’s lot more to be announced soon. Thank you for your time in reading, and wishing you all strength, courage and good health in all you do."
A note from Dana: "Insect Ark is now officially based in Berlin! This complex & vibrant city is now our official HQ, making it easier to focus on work in Europe. Insect Ark turned 10 this year. This coincided with the crazy whirlwind of the last 1,5 years, with forced separations everywhere we turned, and huge losses on so many levels in the music world & in life. It's been a time of big questions, and making music/art feels more crucial than ever. I've had a deep desire (personally/musically) to sharpen focus and to simplify, while also becoming more expansive. I love "doing it all" (writing/recording/looping/playing all the parts) but I'm more interested in evolution.
"So, the changes: The "duo band" format will now make room for occasional outside collaborators. I’ll stay the main writer, and keep doing solo work alongside the band version. Welcoming this flexibility feels good.
"Andy Patterson (drums) who played/toured for 2020's The Vanishing will be taking leave. He’s focusing on The Otolith & on his studio in SLC. The 5000+ mile gap between us and a year of Covid-induced dislocation was a tough recipe for making progress. Over the time apart we both had shifted priorities, so we made the mutual decision. I’m super proud of the music we did together and grateful for all Andy’s work, and for our continued friendship.
"I'm excited to announce that now joining me on drums is none other than Tim Wyskida (Khanate, Blind Idiot God, Azonic), who now also resides in Berlin as a fellow NYC expat. Tim’s dedication to sound, his creative vigor and work ethic, paired with his exceptional skills as a drummer/percussionist are very exciting developments for Insect Ark, as I’ve been a huge fan of his work for years.
"The writing and demos for the upcoming record are 75% done. There’s been many delays and obstacles, but I feel like the wait + these new developments will help make this the best Insect Ark music ever. I hope you’ll stay tuned, there’s lot more to be announced soon. Thank you for your time in reading, and wishing you all strength, courage and good health in all you do."
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