Yushan

Remembering Letchworth

A collection of songs developed over the last two years from multiple improvisational and experimental sessions using unconventional instruments and methods. Heavy use of cassette tape loop recordings comprising of kalimba, synthesizers and other instruments; various tape configurations/players paired with delay, reverb and other effects, often became the starting point to the compositions.

The pandemic allowed for seclusion in the studio - providing a nostalgic, playful indulgence of sound. The majority of the sessions took place in the winter months, in an area that sees more cloudy, grey days than the majority of the country. While climate and isolation set the mood, there are signs of hope and optimism within the organic flowing arrangements.

About the artist

Mark Valkwitch resides in Buffalo, New York with his wife and three kids. By day Mark is an Art Director with a focus on graphic design, motion graphics and illustration. He is also a fine artist specializing in linoleum cut print making. He has been producing electronic music for roughly 20 years under the name Mark Kloud. In 2020, Mark’s Moonquake album; described as left-field, experimental drum and bass, was released (vinyl sampler/full digital) by Lossless Music’s sub-label Exkursions. The Yushan alias began in 2017 as an experimental outlet and in recent years concentrating on his ambient work.