In this North Beach podcast episode, Korey Luna interviews Shipwreck Detective, an electronic music artist, about his music journey, gear, and influences. Shipwreck Detective shares his early love for Rammstein, highlighting their unique blend of heavy guitar riffs and synth melodies. His initial fascination with music began with video game soundtracks, leading to his involvement in band classes and eventually playing guitar. His favorite guitars include the Gibson SG and Gretsch baritone, which provide unique sounds and playing experiences.
He discusses his favorite pedals, particularly the Chase Bliss Mood pedal and Empress Effects ZOIA, which he uses extensively for creating micro-loops and effects chains. Shipwreck Detective elaborates on his collaborative band projects, including Grimoires, a punk band with shoegaze and post-rock influences, and Terra's, a remote ambient project involving multiple musicians.
Shipwreck Detective also delves into his solo project, explaining his preference for creating unique sets for each live performance. He expresses his excitement about his upcoming full-scale set in March, which will feature a combination of drum machines, synthesizers, and real-time looping.
Additionally, Shipwreck Detective talks about his involvement in Club Chicxulub, a live literature event where he scores science fiction readings with his synthesizer. He finds this collaboration creatively stimulating and enjoys interpreting and enhancing the stories with his music.
Throughout the interview, Shipwreck Detective emphasizes the importance of collaboration in his music-making process and shares his passion for both creating and performing unique, immersive musical experiences.
