Artist description Although it once was said that no machine is an island, the currents of time have brought change. As the once distant future comes into focus, it becomes apparent that there are clusters of patched-together electronic entities generating their own atmospheric presence without interference from clamouring on other shores. The live multimedia project known as The Machine Isle is one such entity which is defining it's own ambient audio-visual space with a stack of electronic hardware, bass, guitar and an improvisational approach to recording which are each a unique aural sculpture in themselves.

Music Style Improvisational Ambient, Abstract, Experimental Audio Scupture. All pieces are mixed and recorded live.

Musical Influences Eno, BOC, Steve Reich, German experimental likeToRoccoRot, Oval, Kreidler, etc.

Similar Artists None we have heard yet.

Group Members Gary Joynes (Music, Visual Design)Aaron Macri (Music)Jody Rusnak (Live Visuals & Animation)

Instruments We have constructed what we approach as a modular instrument, which is played and manipulated as such. Analog synthesizers are played alongside live guitar, bass and percussion. Additional sampler, sequencer, drum machines, analog tape delay, and a large array of digital multi-effects and pedals are patched into two separate 16-channel mixing consoles. All these pieces are combined and controlled to create our experiments which reveal themselves as live, improvised, ambient soundscapes, melodic grooves and sonic textures.

Albums Available at our website www.themachineisle.com

Press Reviews “The audio experiments of musicians Gary Joynes and Aaron Macri have evolved through the use of layered loops and unstructured elements with the idea that an open-format approach allows for endless permutations within the loose boundaries of a well-defined aesthetic. Live Experimental Visuals have also been integrated into their performance with the addition of visual artist and animator Jody Rusnak, who manipulates video gear in a similar manner with the use of a live visual system he devised himself, and their performances embody a full sensory experience which envelops the audience rather than alienating it.“ “It is common for live electronic acts to just get up on stage and push the button to play the prepared elements in their shows, often being entirely disconnected from what's going on in the environment they're performing in, and unable to react to the crowd. The Machine Isle's technicians act as an interface between the electronic controls and those present at their shows, which have been described as having a catalytic effect on some conscious observers, and aim to engage the senses to the greatest possible extent.” David Jackson ­ SEE Magazine

Location Edmonton, Alberta - Canada

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