Urbanfailure Interview

 

1.Can you give us an update on going on with the musical project these days?

You caught me with a broken leg. I can’t move around much or play the gear I usually use in my daily routine. That's brings thoughts.

Right now, I’m thinking about simplifying the setup and brainstorming new musical ideas and approaches.

I plan to return to normal operations in the next few months.

2.In December you had released a new album, musically how does it differ from the stuff you have released in the past?

This release is different in many ways. It’s more raw and straightforward in execution—noisier and more abstract, inspired by a primitive, fast-paced reality.

All tracks were recorded live on a reel-to-reel tape recorder with no extra mixing or post-production. The sound is natural, with lots of field recordings and rhythmic parts recorded as live jams.

3.What are some of the themes and concepts you bring out with your musical style?

I like dynamic sound and rhythm-focused production.

My music often reflects society’s mess, transforming stress and aggression into sound. I’m more into rhythmic structures and sonic jokes than melody.

4.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Urbanfailure'?

It reflects how we’re failing as a species—how our urban expansion goes against nature and feeds greed, how we’re losing our connection to the environment and to ourselves.

For me, it means playing my best and letting the noise carry the message.

5.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?

The artwork was created by my long-time friend Vladmira Pčolová.

We’ve worked together on many releases. She has this great ability to translate music and message into visual art.

The front is mostly typography, made exclusively for this release using cut-out pieces. The back is an amazing scenery drawing, representing the release's vibe and state of mind.

6.With this project you record everything by yourself, do you prefer to work solo?

No I prefer working and playing with friends, but it is much easier to make and record music alone :-)

I wish we will record something soon with my other project.

7.What are some of the best shows that you have played over the years and also how would you describe your stage performance?

The gig in Vienna with Fuckhead was crazy blast, gig on Brutal assault was amazing, but I love most of gigs, people who loves this music are great.

I do HW only performance, it is live ride reflecting all the inputs. Sometime I play with vj friends, some time just fog and lights.

8.Do you have any touring or show plans for the future?

I’d love to do a short tour, but my current situation makes that pretty unlikely.

I’m planning to play local gigs, and I’m open to more if the opportunity comes.

This year, we’ll play at the Hardby Samoty festival—an improvised Urbsounds gig with Shutcoo, Makkatu and Vrtacky podesate hodine.

9.Can you tell us a little bit more about 'urbsounds.sk'?

Urbsounds is a small record label focused on music I like—mostly wild and noisy electronics.

Most of the artists are friends, and we share similar musical tastes.

Releases are usually small runs on cassette or vinyl, released irregularly :-) Same with our parties.

10.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of noise and electronic music?

Overall, I feel positive. I’m glad there’s still a scene out there. It’s great to have friends all over. a lot of interesting stuff happening in music.

11.Where do you see yourself heading into as a musician during the future?

Nothing too bright :-) I just want to play some new tracks, explore new directions, and keep it fun and evolving.

12.What are some of the bands or musical styles that you are currently listening to nowadays?

Mostly weird and crazy electronic music, plus old-school grind with a hardcore edge—like Total Fucking Destruction, Dropdead, Infest, Noisear, Spazz—some death and black metal too. The Slovak scene is quite fragmented, but still active and kicking. Mates Hlukar and Dead Janitor are killing it, and Maraki always throws insane live sets. Venta Protesix is wild. I broke my leg on my way home from a crushing Crypta and Aborted show. It must mean something...

13.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?

Stray in the chaos until errors will prevail.

Thanks, and cheers to all of you.

https://urbsounds.bandcamp.com/album/shortcutsharshmellow

https://urbsounds.sk/urbanfailure