SHUN, by KINTSUGI EMPIRE

SHUN

by KINTSUGI EMPIRE

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FDJ (Desert Psychlist) An enthralling mix of post-punk, indie rock and heavy psych, an unexpected gem of a release. Favorite track: Into Nothing.

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PRE-ORDER 'SHUN' HERE: laybarerecordings.com/release/shun-by-kintsugi-empire-son001

VINYL WILL BE SOLD STRICTLY VIA LAY BARE RECORDINGS, NOT VIA THIS BANDCAMP PAGE. THANKS ~ KS

1) LIMITED EDITION - € 35,-
This Sound of Niche release is LIMITED to 100 hand-numbered copies of heavy weight black vinyl, a riso print Obi strip designed by graphic designer and visual artist Jop Luberti and an 8 pages lyric booklet with analogue photos from Maaike Ronhaar.

2) VERY LIMITED EDITION w/ Obi, Booklet and Photo - € 50,-
To a very limited records, 30 to be precise, Maaike Ronhaar added one of her pictures on photographic paper. This makes this record a collector's item and an exclusive, unique work of art.

ABOUT THIS RELEASE
This unique DEBUTALBUM 'SHUN' isn't just an ode to the art of music; it's a collector's gem for the true aficionado. Each copy is adorned with a striking riso obi print, designed by graphic designer and visual artist Jop Luberti. And is the giving every album its own unique flair. But the exclusivity doesn't end there. With every album, limited to 100, you'll receive a beautifully crafted 8-page booklet, filled with images taken by Maaike Ronhaar giving her artistic insights on each songtrack. To complete the experience, we're including one exclusive picture on photographic paper to a very limited of records, 30 to be precise. Handnumbered and signed. This makes this record a collector's item and an exclusive, unique work of art.

Act quickly, as this very limited Sound of Niche edition is sure to sell out fast. There will be no reprints. This is your opportunity to not only own a piece of musical history but also a work of art.

Place your pre-order now and secure this unique album. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity!

For more information please get in touch via info@laybarerecordings.com

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1.	The Preacher 06:31	buy track
2.	Into Nothing 02:56	buy track
3.	Note To Self 07:10	buy track
4.	Charlatans 05:16	buy track
5.	Underwater Rodeo 04:21	buy track
6.	Ghost Of A Ghost 05:47	buy track
7.	Memories Of A Guardian Hitchhiker 02:36	buy track

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Mike Watt (Independent artist/The Minutemen/fIREHOSE/The Stooges): "Your new music is great!"

Eric Corton (Kink FM): "Wow (...) Looks and sounds very beautiful!"

It’s Psychedelic Baby: “A captivating fusion of multi-instrumental talent and thoughtful songwriting (…) ‘Shun’ offers listeners a poignant exploration of human experiences. Each track is a tapestry of emotions, woven together with intricate melodies and evocative lyrics. Holkenborg’s musical prowess shines through on every track, showcasing his versatility as a songwriter and performer (…) Truly fantastic!”

Stoner Hive: "As you continue along the Shun story line you feel the album becomes increasingly more like a classic study of alienation, creativity and the outsider mind (...) There is no shortage of beauty on this album - 5/5 stars"

Nevermind The Hype: "'Shun' is quite a striking and extremely interesting record (...) A unique Sound of Niche-Gesamtkunstwerk."

BIO
Kintsugi Empire is the alter ego of Pieter Holkenborg (1981), a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter based in Arnhem. He was a former member of adventurous guitar bands Automatic Sam, Shaking Godspeed, and Woost. In addition to Kintsugi Empire, Holkenborg is active in the jamband ATLANTA, the lo-fi punk rock sextet Geishas Of Doom, the experimental guitar duo Tatabánya, and the American improvisation collective Ten East, led by Yawning Man guitarist Gary Arce.

SHUN
'to shun: persistently avoid, ignore, or reject (someone or something) through antipathy or caution’

The common theme of 'Shun' revolves around various encounters with individuals who have, consciously or not, chosen a life on the margins of society. Conversations during these encounters ranged from intense and open-hearted to dark, incomprehensible, and sometimes (tragi)comic. Holkenborg reflects, "I often contemplate the idea that not much needs to happen in a person's life to lose control over existence. In the past, I have found myself at such a point. When I meet people who have lost control of their lives, there is a bizarre combination of recognition, curiosity, compassion, and voyeurism that prompts me to initiate a conversation. Although I'm generally not interested in 'small talk’, I am rarely disappointed during such encounters. 'Shun' is my small ode and an unsolicited word of encouragement to everyone who is feeling lost, wandering the world or their mind, and to everyone forging their own path, regardless of the destination.”

On the seven tracks of 'Shun', Holkenborg takes on almost all the instruments. The album features two guest musicians: Urban Dance Squad vocalist Patrick Tilon (better known as Rudeboy) on 'Charlatans' and pedal steel guitarist Johan Jansen (Ilse DeLange/Derek Trucks) on 'Memories Of A Guardian Hitchhiker’.

For the physical release of 'Shun,' Désirée Hanssen of Sound Of Niche/Lay Bare Recordings enlisted photographer Maaike Ronhaar. Maaike created a specific work for each individual track, enhancing the atmosphere and theme of the album.

CONTACT / MORE INFO / BOOKINGS:
Kintsugi Empire: kintsugiempire.bandcamp.com
Bookings/press: Pieter Holkenborg | pholkenborg@hotmail.com
Label: Désirée Hanssen: info@laybarerecordings.com | www.soundofniche.com | www.laybarerecordings.com
Maaike Ronhaar: www.maaikeronhaar.com

credits

released April 30, 2024

All music and lyrics by Pieter Holkenborg.
'Charlatans' by Patrick Tilon and Pieter Holkenborg.
Recording and mixing by Sebastiaan van Bijlevelt (e.g., Iron Jinn/Temple Fang/Okieson) at Galloway Recording Studio, Nijmegen.
Production by Sebastiaan van Bijlevelt and Pieter Holkenborg.
Mastering by Pieter Kloos (Majestic Scene/Motorpsycho/Ween) at The Void Studio, Eindhoven.
Photography by Maaike Ronhaar.
Artwork by Jop Luberti.

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KINTSUGI EMPIRE Netherlands

KINTSUGI EMPIRE is the alter ego of Pieter Holkenborg (1981), a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter based in Arnhem, the Netherlands.

Debutalbum 'Shun' is out now on Lay Bare Recordings/Sound Of Niche.

Live performances feature Holkenborg supported by Daan Wopereis (Temple Fang/Geishas Of Doom) on drums and Sebas van Olst (ATLANTA/Typhoon) on bass guitar. ... more

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