“When I dreamed up a new collection of experimental guitarists for 7d, Andre was my instant first pick.” - Trey Gunn
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"Entry Level: An Introduction to Andre LaFosse" is a captivating compilation that highlights the innovative work of experimental guitarist, composer and producer Andre LaFosse. This 14-track collection spans more than two decades of his career, featuring remastered classics, remixed favorites, and an exciting glimpse into the future with a brand-new song.
The title track, "Entry Level," debuts as an electrifying preview of LaFosse’s upcoming album, Then Again, which is set for release later this year on Trey Gunn's forward-thinking label, 7D Media. Throughout the album, LaFosse’s distinctive "turntablist guitar" technique shines, showcasing his mastery of loops, multitracking, and unconventional sound manipulation.
Notable highlights include the frenetic energy of "Hard Sci-Fi" (2012), the genre-defying "Interference" (2003), and a re-amped rendition of "Balancing Act" (2012). The collection also features updated versions of "Disambiguation,""IMNSHO," and "Seismic."
This compilation serves as both an ideal entry point for new listeners and a treasure trove for longtime fans. It encapsulates LaFosse's artistic evolution, from his early experiments like "Signify" (1999) to more recent explorations such as "Each Planet a Complete Society" (2022).
"Entry Level" aligns seamlessly with 7D Media’s mission to spotlight innovative artists who challenge musical boundaries. This album is a testament to LaFosse's enduring creativity and his significant contributions to the experimental guitar music landscape.
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“Hard Sci-Fi” appears on the album Do the Math (2012)
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“Interference” appears on the album Normalized (2003)
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“Seismic” appears on the album Normalized (2003)
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“Entry Level” appears on the album Then Again (2025)
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“Travlling Planetwide Bailiwick" appears on the album Infinite Regression: 1997 Ambient Archive (2015)
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“Disambiguation” appears on the album Pivot to Video: Six String Mixtape Vol. 2 (2018)
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“Magnets and Microchips” appears on the album Vaccination Street: Six String Mixtape Vol. 4 (2021)
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“Each Planet a Complete Society” appears on the album Small Worlds: Six String Mixtape Vol. 6 (2022)
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“Time Dilation” appears on the album Celestial Jukebox: Six String Mixtape Vol. 5 (2022)
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“IMNSHO” appears on the album Six String Mixtape Vol. 1 (2017)
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“Ask Me Anything” appears on the album You Won't Believe What Happens Next (2017)
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“Cold War” appears on the album Karma Suppression Index (2020)
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“Signify” appears on the album Disruption Theory (1999)
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“Balancing Act” appears on the album The Hard Bargain (2012)
All of the tracks here were remastered by Andre specifically for this release.
This compilation was produced by Andre with Trey Gunn and A.J. Chippero
Thank you: Leopold, Marsha, and Maria LaFosse • Rebecca Lee • Scott T. Anderson and Room 34 • Miroslav Tadic • Daren Burns • Kim Flint • Matthias Grob • Andre Cholmondeley • Rich Pike • Jedd Beaudoin • Bill Forth • David Torn • Rick and Bill Walker • Phil Clevenger • Scott Collins • Mark Reveley • Eric Oberthaler • Amy X. Neuburg • Brian Kenney Fresno • Thomas Nordegg • Chris Opperman • Bernhard Wagner • Goh Kurosawa • Olivier Armbruster and Glou-Glou • All of my Patreon supporters • Trey and A.J.
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“I first encountered Andre's musical vision through his release 'Normalized' and within two bars I was floored. Finally! Someone had taken guitar-looping into wild new territory. While everyone else was crafting these big, swirling, watery pieces à la Robert Fripp (I'd been wrestling with that myself), Andre completely threw out the rulebook.
His 'Normalized' sound was seriously funky stuff – think more Carlos Alomar (Bowie), Adrian Belew, and Fela Kuti's guitar players. More James Brown swagger than Brian Eno dreamscape.
And his looping technique? Totally 'wrong' by convention, and brilliantly so! He was corrupting those guitar loops like a mad scientist: chopping them up, stretching them out, breaking them into tiny blips before expanding them back again. No more of those long, drippy sustaining guitar layers – this was musical fragmentation and reassembly, all while keeping the groove alive.
When I dreamed up a new collection of experimental guitarists for 7d, Andre was my instant first pick. Could we get him involved? Would he make new recordings for us? Yes and yes! Even better – we got his whole back catalog, including (Yes!) ‘Normalized.’” - Trey Gunn
