Fenn O’Berg- In Stereo

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This admittedly silly name is a portmanteau of the names of its three incomparable members: weird music greats Christian Fennesz, Peter Rehberg (who runs the Mego label,) and Jim O'Rourke (Sonic Youth, Gastr del Sol, etc). Returning after an 8 year absence with In Stereo, the trio take a slightly different approach with this unexpected record. Unlike their initial two LPs, 1999’s The Magic of… and 2002’a The Return of…, which were both recordings of live improvisations, this new output is a studio effort, and one in which the three composers have managed to create a unique hybrid voice. Such ‘super-groups’ often run the risk of disappointing the listener, or of failure to compromise clashing egos’ signatures, but In Stereo will appeal to any fan of innovative electronic music.