We are happy to announce the release of traffic || jammed, our new album that grew out of a singular evening at the Rush Hour Kulturfestival, presented by Heussenstamm Stiftung. The music was recorded on September 8, 2024 at Atelierhaus Orber Straße in Frankfurt, in direct exchange with an attentive audience and the specific atmosphere of the space.

All pieces were written exclusively for this occasion. The album revolves around the different figures that populate our streets during rush hour, from drivers and pedestrians to invisible systems that regulate and disrupt urban movement. What emerged that night was a dense and physical sound world, shaped by repetition, friction, tension and sudden shifts, mirroring the pulse of the city itself.

The performance was recorded by Jörg See. In the process of mixing and mastering, rabirius focused on retaining the immediacy and energy of the original moment while carefully shaping the material into a coherent album that stands on its own beyond the concert setting.

That evening, mockART were Christoph Dorner, Ümit Kaya and rabirius.

The CD edition includes two bonus tracks, La Bête Noire and Kör Adamın Gazeli, performed as encores. Both tracks were previously released digitally as the single La Bête Noire (Alive).

traffic || jammed was released digitally and on CD.

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Join us for the unforgettable live performance of traffic || jammed, an innovative exploration of traffic, mobility, and movement in public spaces. As part of the Rush Hour Kulturfestival organised by Heussenstamm Stiftung, this unique event takes inspiration from the bustling Hanauer Landstraße in Frankfurt, bringing the sounds of the rush hour to life.

Through manipulated traffic samples and the everyday noises of commuters, mockART creates a sonic landscape that immerses you in the chaotic beauty of urban life. The performance features an eclectic mix of instruments, including flute, guitar, and electronics, as well as custom-built instruments crafted from materials related to traffic.

Visually, the experience is enhanced with light and video art, creating a multi-sensory journey that you won’t want to miss!

Mark your calendar and be part of this extraordinary event at the Rush Hour Kulturfestival!

Event Details:

• Date: September 8, 2024
• Time: 19:00
• Location: Atelierhaus Orber Straße, Orber Straße 24, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
• Admission: Free – donations appreciated

Stay tuned for more information and get ready to dive into the rhythmic pulse of the city with traffic || jammed!

The Rush Hour Kulturfestival is sponsored by Drees & Sommer. Additional sponsors are: Horst-Haas-und-Irene-Haas-Scheuermann-Stiftung, Kulturamt Frankfurt, Stabstelle Stadtmarketing Frankfurt, Stiftung Polytechnische Gesellschaft Frankfurt

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