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Cities and Memory - remixing the world

Cities and Memory
Field Recordings
Island Gardens
Migration
Tunis
Sound Recordings
Sound Art
Audio Landscapes
Iraq
Soup Preparation
South Sea
Istanbul
Barcelona
Sidi Bou Said
Tallinn
Winston Churchill
Sound Safety
Emotional Reflections
Safety Measures
Family Connections
Sea Voyage

Cities and Memory remixes the world, one sound at a time - a global collaboration between artists and sound recordists all over the world. The project presents an amazingly-diverse array of field recordings from all over the world, but also reimagined, recomposed versions of those recordings as we go on a mission to remix the world. What you'll hear in the podcast are our latest sounds - either ... more

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Interview with Cities and Memory creator Stuart Fowkes on the Nightlife show on ABC Australia, diving into Sonic Heritage as well as the ten-year history of the project.

"They say a picture tells a thousand stories, but how far does audio go?

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"Taksim Square in Istanbul has a history of protests and social activism, most notably the Gezi Park 2013 protests, in which 22 people were killed and more than 8,000 were injured, many critically.

"Listening to the soundscape from Taksim Square,... more

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Ambisonics recording at Taksim Meydani, site of the Gezi Park protests in 2013, a very busy city square, people jazzing around.

This soundscape-composition is part of the HEYR project, presenting 3-dimensional soundscapes from special locations, c... more

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"This track started with an idea to use the title converted to Morse code and then to MIDI, using an online tool I wrote (constantpool.co.uk/morse-code-to-midi/). The raw field recording, captured inside the Pohjala brewery, was then chopped ... more

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On a visit to the Pohjala artisan brewery in Tallinn, Estonia, we were invited behind the scenes into the brewery itself to record the sounds of beer being made. This soundscape records the beer-making process, with loud industrial noises, drones and... more

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"My field recording was a cable car journey to the top of an old town. In amongst the hubbub of voices there was snatches of music played on a telephone. I decided to use the duration of the cable car journey as a start and end point, placing the lis... more

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The cable car is the only sensible way to travel up to the precipitous heights of the old town in San Marino, which today is hosting a ComicCon-style festival for lovers of all things sci-fi and fantasy.

Recorded by Cities and Memory.

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"The piece opens with Anders Vinjar’s recording of the stark ambiance outside Auschwitz's crematoriums. A voice notes a chilling continuity: "the acoustics are the same today as it was in 1942".

Holocaust survivors then share their stories, inter... more

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Stuart Fowkes
Sound artist and field recordist

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Top podcast to discover how the world sounds

    This is a great podcast full of bite-sized sounds from all around the world. In just a few minutes, it transports listeners inside a temple in Thailand or right in the middle of Manhattan. The remixed counterparts are also short but creative journeys of discovery.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soundhoundess
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • This is a gift

    Wow keep up the great work. This series is truly a gift!! Hope this project continues, would love to see what obscure sound archives they tap into. It feels like when you’re a little kid, and you just pass the picture book age. When your mind feels so alive with the mental pictures, based on l what you’re hearing your parents read. It’s exhilarating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    diana dubois
    United States7 years ago
  • Awesome Sonic Mapping!

    Wow what a great podcast —thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beenThere 03
    United States9 years ago

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Many find the remixed compositions both creative and inspiring, often highlighting the artistic reinterpretation of everyday sounds from around the world.
Listeners appreciate the diverse soundscapes and immersive experiences presented, often describing it as a unique journey through global cultures.
The podcast captures the essence of community and connection through the shared appreciation of sound, making it a valuable resource for sound art enthusiasts.

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Q: Does this mean a little bit more to be able to put in these kind of performances?
Yes, it means a lot to me after a challenging year and personal changes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cities and Memory

What is Cities and Memory about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A unique exploration of sound, featuring field recordings and their creative remixes from all over the globe. The content captures the diverse auditory landscapes of various cities and settings, ranging from traditional chants and bustling markets to the serene sounds of nature. Listeners are taken on a journey through a rich tapestry of auditory experiences that blend cultural heritage with contemporary sonic art, making each episode an invitation to reflect on the world around us through the lens of sound. The project stands out by engaging with audio remixes rather than typical interview formats, offering a fresh perspective on global soundscapes.

Overall, the podcast presents an innovative approach to audio storytelling, allowing liste... more

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