#anthony child

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Anthony Child - of the Beginning

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don't ever change, tony

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The Transcendence Orchestra (ph. Ali Wade)

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Anthony Child - Amoré [Editions Mego] http://ks.kud.li/emego230

[earinfluxion]

Anthony Child: Electronic Recordings From Maui Jungle, Vol. 2 (Editions Mego)

Anthony Child is best known for his now legendary repertoire as Surgeon, having released pummeling techno since the advent of early 90s Tresor. While his output under the moniker has afforded him some generous latitude, particularly in releasing on his own imprints Downwards, Counterbalance, and more, he's now released two volumes of beatless synth music under his proper name. This second volume is comprised largely of languid, undulating synth patterns and effects, often stripped back to just a few layers. In this sense I consider it a healthy complement to his latest as Surgeon, wherein modular synth patterns layer to create visceral, tough techno; in this case, however, the music is more pastoral and reflective, recalling similar terrain explored by M. Geddes Gengras on his Collected Works albums over the last few years, to name just one comparison. While these collections are curveballs for Child, they feel less singular and distinct than his most recent Surgeon output. They plug into the contemporary synthesis zeitgeist in such a way that they could sit comfortably next to anything on Spectrum Spools (Donato Dozzy and Steve Hauschildt come to mind in particular). Thank heavens, though, that music is meant to be heard and felt rather than merely compared and analyzed! Because for all of these likenesses and comparisons, the collection is undoubtedly solid.

Electronic Recordings from Maui Jungle Vol. 2 by Anthony Child

It feels stark and pensive, Child's inward expression of his lush Maui inspiration. That I'm listening to it again and on a flight to Maui at the moment seems somehow perfect — priming my ears and spirit for the paradise awaiting when I touch the ground. Fans more plugged into Surgeon's harder edge may or may not find the groove in these more subtle and subdued productions, but I find they offer just the right amount of peace and beauty in contrast. Recommended.

(Also, check out this recent profile on Mr. Child as published by The Quietus.)

Buy it: Bandcamp

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The Transcendence Orchestra (ph. Ali Wade)

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My Head Feels Like an Open Window - Anthony Child of the Beginning (December 2025)

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