As we march forward through the Universal Mind and deep into our current post-truth world, it begins to become apparent that not all of us are maneuvering with the same deck of cards or even choosing to work with each other on any level of understanding. Many of us find ourselves disassociated, detached and non-serious. We are, in fact, playing “Reality Games”.
“Reality Games” is the timely and poignant new single from New York-based genius, electronic music storyteller and unapologetic cheshire cat, Chris Ianuzzi. His radical style and sound, although informed by his musical ancestors and contemporaries, from Aphex Twin, Oneohtrix Point Never and Gary Numan to Skinny Puppy, Floating Points and Alessandro Cortini, the direction and imprint Ianuzzi creates is confounding and one of one. His creative force and complex gear setup is a mass of wires, inputs and data that most would not understand, nor would it be special if they did. Chris does not simply step across the border and color freely outside of the lines; he gleefully shows his listeners how to do so themselves.
“In the video there is a scene with a giant that demolishes an icon statue that the people have surrounded. At the same time the lyrics are referring to waking the sleeping giant and letting him know that we need help. The sleeping giant comes and gets a start 🙂
I want the people in this country to come together, be the giant and pull the country through the mess that we’re in.” – Chris Ianuzzi
Chris has been in a constant state of rapid evolution with his completely original synth-heavy electronica, adventurous and post-punk hybrid sound. Unafraid to take bold creative risks, Ianuzzi has leaned into sonic experimentation while embracing new technologies such as artificial intelligence and Dolby Atmos production. His efforts are clearly paying off. His AI music video for “Lonesome Highway Superstar” took home several awards (Winner in Japan indies Music Festival – Best Electronica, Winner of Best Music Video in Movie Play International, Winner of Best Music Video in Filmnest International), while “Edge of the Earth” was a finalist at the Cannes World Film Festival and selected for the Japan Indie Film Festival (JIFF).
Chris Ianuzzi‘s music is at once apocalyptic and devilishly fun, recklessly leaning into the untethered and unknown. His artistic expressions are challenging and tend to divide public opinion, which is what makes them so potent for those that ‘get the message’.