traffic || jammed was part of the Rush Hour Kulturfestival, organised by the Heussenstamm Stiftung. Since the theme was all about traffic, we decided to create an exclusive program featuring tracks inspired by different aspects of urban mobility. We had pieces about cars, bicycles, pedestrians, trains, and the underground—giving each main participant in the rush hour its own musical voice.

To capture the essence of traffic and rush hour, we incorporated real-world sounds and built our own instruments from car parts. We even used a bicycle as an instrument! Christoph played flute, while I handled guitar and electronics. We were also joined by a special guest on stage: Ümit Kaya, who played the saz and provided vocals. You might already be familiar with Ümit’s work; he is featured on our track Kör Adamın Gazeli from the album Men Who Lost Their Heads. For the encores, we performed this song, along with a live version of La Bête Noire from Reflux Ux Bisou.

We wanted the show to be something truly special, so we chose to perform in a factory hall. On stage, we had a car, and we used lighting and fog effects to create different moods.

You can check out some pictures taken by Christian Rocas here:

We also made an audio recording of the performance, which we’ll receive by the end of the week. Of course, it still needs to be mixed, but we’re excited to see how we can share it with you.

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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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