Musicalfungus delivered an enthralling performance at Piqued, marking his notable return since his initial appearance at the event's inception in April. With his approach to modular synthesis, Musicalfungus strives for a fresh and improvised experience in each set, despite relying on a familiar setup for routing. This performance was distinguished by his division between two distinct systems: initially utilizing a Make Noise system, then transitioning to a skiff dedicated exclusively to Mutable Instruments modules. His admiration for Mutable Instruments is evident, having recently developed a fondness for their unique sound signatures.
Musicalfungus's setup, grounded in analog modules and devoid of samples, champions organic melody, a signature aspect of his musical narrative. This particular set ventured into noisier territories than his usual style, incorporating self-oscillating techniques for transitions and concluding the performance. An advocate for improvisation, he emphasizes daily practice as the cornerstone of his art, exploring vast musical landscapes through spontaneous creation. Musicalfungus's work resonates with a melodic core, occasionally veiled by noise, yet persistently surfacing to anchor the set's thematic continuity.



