The Brvtalist is pleased to present The Awakening: Pestilent Expressions 3, the massive new v/a compilation from L.A.’s The Black Lodge and Texas’ Fantasy 1. This is the third and final benefit compilation of The Awakening series trilogy - over 2 hours and 27 tracks of sonic mayhem. For this volume the labels have decided to donate ALL proceeds from the sales of cassettes to the Covid-19 relief fund of The First Nations Development Institute (www.firstnations.org), along with ALL digital sales of PE3 in the month August. Please visit their website to learn about all the amazing and essential work they are doing, especially in these difficult times with the pandemic which have disproportionally affected The First Nations.
But this is not just about the pandemic, it is also about The Awakening. It is is important to understand the history that has been suppressed and kept hidden from us. We need to recognize the sacredness of the land we live and breathe on - speak to elders, discover traditional knowledge. This is a time of reflection and a return to your source.
To mark the release, today we present Memory Clap Acid x Ben Chisholm’s “California Shame” which reunites the two artists after a long time apart for an infectious body mover which will stay with you for days. The two originally played in post-hardcore bands together and since then Memory Clap Acid has released material on Clan Destine, Up North and Junted. Chisholm is well respected for his underground productions and also plays in the band Chelsea Wolfe.
Pestilent Expressions 3 is out now and dig deep into your pockets for this great cause. Pick up the cassette and digital on Bandcamp.
-JRS
