Yay, it's Jay and the phenomenon of Menomena
Posted by Fat Roland in music
Amid the froth of Theatre Of Noise, lovely things bubble to the surface.
Firstly, Jay Tholen is a chip tune experimentalist from rural Florida. His music sounds like Nintendos dancing gaily in a field of hay. His debut album Hidden Moon Jungle brought a prog feel to the 8 bit scene ('8 bit' just means it sounds like lots of bleeps), and he's even written an instrumental interpretation of the parable of the prodigal son.
Secondly, Menomena is an indie band from Oregan who aren't afraid to honk their sax. They've covered a Flaming Lips song and they're signed to City Slang (otherwise known as A Very Important Record Label Indeed). Sadly, two members used to be in a Christian version of Pearl Jam, but don't hold that against them.
Check out Jay Tholen here. Check out Menomena here.
