New Album Out Now on Odd John Records

Kingbastard - Beg Your Pardon…

Beg Your Pardon… on Spotify

“A glcith is a srhot-levid falut in a stesym. It is oeftn uesd to dcreisbe a teinrasnt falut taht crcteros istlef, and is tferhreoe dfiuclfit to tlhsooeobrut. The trem is priaurclatly cmomon in the ciupntomg and etcoreilncs intdsuiers, and in cciurit bnndieg, as wlel as aonmg pylreas of vdeio geams, agtulohh it is aleppid to all tepys of semstys iudnilncg huamn oagoiantnrzis and nturae”.

Kingbastard - A Sudden Instance of Malfunctioning or Irregularity in an Electronic System

Come Again… is now available across all good digital retailers and streaming services.

A Free Album of "B-Sides, Bonus Tracks & Rarities"

Kingbastard - The Research Circle

Newgrounds users use code: trc50 for 50% off the album price.

With his first full album release in three years, Kingbastard is back with an explosion of experimental/electronic creativity. The album is a daring plunge into the avant-garde realms of experimental electronic music, but never loses sight of the Odd John Records philosophy: “Experimental, yet accessible. Odd, but engaging.” With a unique approach, the artist pulls inspiration from recording himself dismantling an old piano, infusing the album with haunting echoes of its demise. The juxtaposition of the 'dying piano' sounds against saturated glitched beats and warped fx showcases Kingbastard's ability to meld the timeless with the contemporary. The result is an auditory journey that defies genre norms, skillfully weaving together a “hi-fi-lo-fi” production sound and style. [Odd John Records]

Coming Soon: 12.01.23

KB-00-04

I uncovered a collection of CDs containing many of my older Kingbastard tracks; written between the years 2000-2004. These are tracks I thought were lost forever, tracks that were originally posted and hosted on the Newgrounds 'Audio Portal' kingbastard.newgrounds.com

I couldn't recall the correct names for all the tracks, but I know most are accurate.

This era was when I was first getting to grips with making more electronic-based music. The quality is not great, but they have a certain charm (for me at least). They were created using a Roland SP808ex, Yamaha DJX, an acoustic guitar & an old AKG mic I found at a car-boot-sale. They are what they are. 

It was a nostalgia trip for me stumbling across these CDs and I hope some of the original Newgrounds Audio folks find their way to this page for a listen & reminisce.

40 tracks, two hours of tunes.

Name your price…

Remembrance re-issued on Neotantra

My Ambient/Minimal/Drone album ‘Remembrance’ from 2022, has been re-issued on the label Neotantra. It’s currently available for ‘name your price’ download, and has two extra tracks compared to the original release.

Remembrance’ is about being torn between the past and future. Trying to ground oneself while being in a state of flux. 

In 'Remembrance,' Chris Weeks takes listeners on a sonic expedition through the darker corners of the mind. The album was conceived during long, restless nights, a testament to the artist's personal struggles with insomnia, anxiety, and depression. These raw and visceral experiences served as the fuel for this musical exploration, resulting in a collection of tracks that capture the mood of those late-night hours. 

What sets 'Remembrance' apart is its unique approach to music-making. Listen closely and you’ll note that Chris has crafted each piece with meticulous attention to detail, employing a stripped-back style that focuses on subtle textures and noise. This minimalist approach creates a sense of intimacy, allowing listeners to connect with the artist's emotions on a profound level. 

The album plays a delicate balance between dark and light, past and future, with hypnotic drones that ebb and flow. It's a testament to the power of music to convey the complexity of human emotions, offering solace and understanding to those who have walked a similar path.