Dan Fallon

The initial intent here was a full length album of tracks I have been working on since lockdown, however with the end of the year fast approaching I did not want to go another year without releasing some music into the wild so I pieced together this 5 track EP based off of the strongest and most complete tunes I had completed. In the end I am actually really quite happy and proud of these songs and ll have been received quite warmly.

1. The Grove
2. Finality
3. Shed
4. Droplets
5. Release

Inverted Clouds was originally intended to be a full-length album, but it ended up becoming something different. These three tracks were written and recorded around the time my daughter was born, and I sat on them for quite a while before realizing they stood on their own as an EP. Newer material just didn’t quite fit with these tracks, and in many ways, this EP feels like a closing chapter to the work I began with the Ambiveil project.

“7 Year Itch” is still one of my favorite and most delicate compositions, while “Inverted Clouds” stands out as one of my most polished tracks. “Bloem,” on the other hand, is a spacious ambient piece that hints at the direction I was headed in creatively for the future.

1. 7 Year Itch
2. Inverted Clouds
3. Bloem

Three Moons is, in many ways, a concept album. It reflects a period of three and a half months in my life marked by upheaval and uncertainty. During that time, I had countless ideas and emotions swirling around, but much like my state of mind then, I couldn’t separate them into neatly defined tracks. The result is a two-hour epic that pulls in many directions.

At its core, it’s an ambient album, but there are moments of discomfort and sections that demand an open mind to grasp what I was trying to convey. It’s an incredibly personal piece, and while I’m proud to have it in my collection, I know it’s not for everyone. The album feels like a journey through the complexities of that period—at times serene, at times uneasy—capturing the irresolution I lived through.

1. Denison
2. Le Tour
3. Charlie
4. Up in the Hills
5. Narcissus
6. October
7. Misalignment
8. Negremont
9. Tromso
10. Three Moons

Written and roughly mixed during autumn 2010 – autumn 2011.

I have intentionally not over worked these tracks in post-production, essentially they are the original session with a few minor tweaks here and there. I wanted to keep them slightly raw so as to keep their original emotion and feel.

1. The Bear
2. Stratosphere
3. March
4. Silence
5. No Windows, No Doors
6. Inner Mechanisms
7. Sub-Freakquencies
8. The Little
9. Opposing Poles

All tracks written Summer 2007 – Autumn 2009

Mixed and Mastered Winter 2009

For my Little Elke + The Cats

A collection that spans both the light and dark spectrum, starting from finding out about bubs (jack in the box), through to the complete destruction of my relationship (cranky), and everywhere in between…

1. Jack in the Box
2. Reprise
3. aG
4. Sucking Backwards
5. Siren Floating
6. Raised
7. Baboo
8. In_Out_Thru_Out_In
9. Gibidibah
10. Plant Matter
11. Out On A Wire
12. Late Night Cold Toes
13. Semi-Cranky
14. The End Is Near
15. Cranky

This piece came together from samples of [a.i], Moon June Spoon, Moumou, and Titania mashed up across 8 channels, with 8 variants on each and 8 effect channels—up to 32 samples per channel. I was experimenting with randomization using Ableton, cycling through samples on varying follow times, with the follow set to “any” or “other.”

I played with different sample lengths. Most channels followed a set pattern, but some were rigged to “reset” the random loops, while others were set to stop altogether. I hit record, let it run for an hour while I made dinner, and then sat down afterward to listen and edit it for the first time.

The editing process was hands-on, and my controller definitely got a workout. The end result is this rather strange, experimental piece.

1. Reconstruct
2. Regenerate
3. Rework
4. Reboot
5. Redistribute
6. Reshuffle
7. Readapt
8. Recondition
9. Reset

1. Introduction
2. Skater interlude 1
3. Alek’s theme
4. Skater interlude 2
5. Luke’s theme
6. Skater interlude 3
7. Amy’s theme
8. Skater interlude 4
9. Ice Insekts

1. Kettle
2. Titania
3. Spawn
4. Quartered
5. Amoeba
6. Mimas
7. PC Sensitive
8. Clean Slate
9. Red Moon
10. Oberon

By this stage, Dale (Throbgoblin) and I had played countless gigs where we’d follow one another on the lineup, each delivering our individual sets. But this particular performance marked the first time we decided to truly collaborate on stage—a “versus” set, with a spontaneous jam session thrown in the middle just to keep things interesting. It was an unplanned experiment that would end up shaping our musical journey in ways we hadn’t anticipated.

The performance took place at the This is Not Art (TINA) festival, where we were booked as the final act on the opening night. The atmosphere was electric, and the crowd’s energy fed into the improvisational spirit of the set. That night, something clicked. There was a chemistry between us—an organic, raw energy—that we both felt immediately. We realised this format had potential far beyond just one festival performance.

We enjoyed it so much that we made a decision right then and there: this was something worth pursuing. As such, Veil was born, and for the better part of the next seven years, Veil became our primary focus, taking priority over our solo projects. What started as an experiment evolved into a full-blown creative partnership.

Over those years, Veil performed at numerous festivals along the east coast, including Subsonic, Peats Ridge Festival, and, of course, multiple TINA performances.

1. Tuatha Dub
2. Catch
3. Titania
4. Subterranean
5. Germinate
6. Moosebuzz

The genesis of this album was marred by adversity—a complete hard drive failure wiped out 80% of the work in progress, leaving only “Moosebuzz,” “Tinklebell,” and “Simple” intact. The remaining tracks vanished into the digital abyss, lost forever.

Despite this setback, I persisted, with “Tabula Rasa” emerging as the first of the new tracks to surface from the ashes of the disaster.

This album holds a deeply personal significance for me, as it features collaborations with my dearly beloved and cherished friend, Pete, who is sadly no longer with us. Our creativity together infused the project with a special energy that resonates throughout.

The album’s title, inspired by a Henry Rollins spoken word piece I admired, encapsulates a sense of renewal and fresh beginnings. These tracks, some of my most refined work at the time, filled me with pride despite the obstacles encountered during their creation.

1. Moosebuzz
2. Tabula Rasa
3. Noodle
4. Simple like before
5. Glass Rain
6. Tinklebell
7. Snow
8. Dreaming of Lounges (part III)
9. These blokes are clearly bonkers
10. F#

Glass Rain and Dreaming of Lounges (part III) were co-written with Pete Bayliss
Tinklebell was co-written with Pete Bayliss and Scott Kirkaldy

Artist: oniKa
Format: CD
Release: limited release

Little did we know at the time that this 2-track 40m live noodling would be our last output together.

1. At Night, rave near the guards compartment, naked, with a blue light
2. Beasty 303
3. Boombox Physics
4. Chemical
5. Enjoy The Contour
6. Interconnect
7. Lil Bit More
8. Napthalene
9. Tribal Bible

After immersing ourselves in the electrifying atmosphere of the TINA festival in 2001 for nearly a week, Steve Blanch, also known as base Electro(n), and I found ourselves in the courtyard of Space10 on an early Sunday morning. Fuelled by a cocktail of sleep deprivation and adrenaline, we embarked on a sonic journey to explore the realms of twisted and distorted acid sounds.

In the haze of exhaustion, our minds teetered on the brink of delirium, yet our creative instincts remained sharp. Despite the fatigue, there was an undeniable chemistry between us as we allowed our intuition and muscle memory to guide our hands on the equipment.

Remarkably, the resulting piece exceeded our expectations. It captured a moment in time, encapsulating the raw energy and spontaneity of that early Sunday morning session. It was a manifestation of creativity born from the depths of exhaustion and fuelled by the exhilaration of the festival experience.

1. Orca
2. Acid
3. The Depth of my Infatuation
4. 01ecaps

Drawing inspiration from Nine Inch Nails’ releases like “Broken > Fixed” and “The Downward Spiral > Further Down The Spiral,” we set out with the original intention of creating a remix album. However, as we delved deeper into the process, it became increasingly evident that these new versions of our tracks weren’t just improvements—they had evolved into something altogether different, something that felt like the definitive expression of our vision.

The decision to release these versions as the standard representation of our tunes was not taken lightly. Yet, the unanimous agreement among us was that these iterations captured the essence of our music in ways we hadn’t imagined possible.

The timing of the release was strategic, coinciding with our performance at Sensory II. Almost all copies of the album were snapped up on the night, a testament to the resonance these tracks had with our audience and the impact they made in the live setting.

1. Pulse
2. The Turban Trip
3. Hapytun
4. Midlight
5. Thread
6. Beake
7. What Evil Lurks
8. Barbecued Steak
9. This Is Love

Following the triumph of the Sensory 1 event and the revitalisation of the electronic scene in Newcastle, a collaboration between Pendulum Tapes and Breve emerged. This partnership tapped into the growing interest in electronic music, which, though largely underground, had been steadily developing since the early 90s.

With momentum building and online platforms facilitating greater connectivity, it became easier to engage with fellow “bedroom musicians” within the community. Our initial call for submissions garnered an overwhelming response, compelling us to sift through numerous tracks to curate a cohesive compilation for a CD release.

The primary aim of this compilation was twofold: firstly, to showcase a diverse array of music that often flew under the radar, and secondly, to shine a spotlight on the burgeoning music scene in Newcastle. We sought to convey that the city harbored a vibrant and dynamic music culture, every bit as fresh and innovative as anything produced on the global stage.

1. Throbgoblin – Roaming the Hills *
2. Aiffhead – Compact Beats
3. The PR Team – On The Floor
4. X-Tremens – Ho Hah
5. Lahaine – I Want to be a Poser
6. Goku – Midnight Eye *
7. Anomaly – The Future Gets Fun Again *
8. Tonsil Cheesecake – Aspiration
9. Base Electro(n) – DJ Scoobie Dude
10. DJ Hitchhiker – Journey of the Mind
11. oniKa – Interconnect
12. phreaddee – Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
13. Trancendental Headache – Slow Cooked Dub
14. Soon – Bloody Hell, It’s Getting Out of Control
15. DIV – Stolen Symphony *
16. Anthony Gore – The Chaos That Reigns Within The Calm *
17. Dreamtime Brothers – Vampyre’s Lament

* Also Breve artists

As Iain and I delved deeper into crafting tracks for oniKa, we stumbled upon a few compositions that deviated from our usual style. These pieces took on a more experimental and softer tone, featuring chilled and delicate melodies that resonated more with my own creative sensibilities than with Iain’s.

Feeling compelled to explore this newfound direction, I made the decision to release a trial run of 25 copies featuring these tracks. To my surprise, the response was overwhelmingly positive, with listeners connecting deeply with the subtle nuances and atmospheric vibes of the music.

And thus, out of this unexpected resonance, the phreaddee project was born. It marked a departure from our usual sonic palette, allowing me to delve into a more introspective and emotive space within my musical journey.

1. Intro
2. F13
3. Piece for Piano and Strings
4. Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
5. Symphony #1
6. Rainy Days
7. Angels with Dirty Faces
8. Shriek Pea
9. Bleeps ‘n Squeals
10. Chaos Triumph and Tragedy
11. Sub-Bass
12. An Insecure Shadow
13. Closure

Piano and Arrangements on Piece for Piano and Strings by Paul Smith

In August 1999, the seeds of oniKa were sown by myself and Iain Dowling. Drawing inspiration from the hardstyle sounds of Bloody Fist Records– also from our hometown, Newcastle, as well as the trance and techno beats we had been immersing ourselves in, we embarked on a journey to craft our own distinctive musical style.

Our tools were humble, to say the least. A PlayStation loaded with Music 2000, a Pentium computer running DDclip and Hammerhead, alongside the trusty old Windows recorder, formed the backbone of our creative arsenal. Accompanying these were a dual tape deck and a Casiotone 2-octave keyboard, each contributing its unique flavour to our sonic experiments.

As we transitioned from the rigours of the Higher School Certificate (HSC) into a whirlwind of 18th birthday parties and summer gatherings, we dedicated ourselves to the task of piecing together a 5-track tape to share with our circle of friends.

The initial response was a mixed bag, with some offering words of encouragement while others remained indifferent. Yet, buoyed by the support of those who saw potential in our work, we resolved to press on, undeterred by the challenges that lay ahead.

1. Pulse
2. Beake
3. Thread
4. What Evil Lurks
5. This is Love

Unfortunately I don’t think there is any copies of this still around, certainly none that have been digitised.