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Ubikuitous: Experimental Compilation Inspired by Philip K. Dick's Dystopias

publication · 2026-06-10

Unexplained Sounds Group, a Neapolitan experimental label, has released 'Ubikuitous – Music Inspired by Philip K. Dick’s Dystopias', a compilation curated by Raffaele Pezzella (aka Sonologyst). The album features artists such as Mark Hjorthoy, Borda, Bruno Bé Dorella, Richard Dore, Oubys, vÄäristymä, and Adi Newton of Clock Dva. The collection explores themes of reality versus technology, media manipulation, and the fragmentation of identity through sound. It prioritizes mental and imaginative dimensions over linear storytelling, with contributions ranging from cinematic atmospheres to tense percussive structures. Adi Newton's track 'Non Psychogenic Ambivalence' is highlighted as a key piece blending memory, dream, and perceptual manipulation.

Key facts

  • Unexplained Sounds Group is a Neapolitan experimental label.
  • The compilation is curated by Raffaele Pezzella, also known as Sonologyst.
  • Artists include Mark Hjorthoy, Borda, Bruno Bé Dorella, Richard Dore, Oubys, vÄäristymä, and Adi Newton.
  • Adi Newton is the frontman of Clock Dva.
  • The album is inspired by Philip K. Dick's dystopias.
  • Themes include reality vs. technology, media manipulation, and identity fragmentation.
  • The compilation prioritizes mental and imaginative dimensions over linear storytelling.
  • Adi Newton's track is titled 'Non Psychogenic Ambivalence'.

Entities

Artists

  • Raffaele Pezzella
  • Sonologyst
  • Mark Hjorthoy
  • Borda
  • Bruno Bé Dorella
  • Richard Dore
  • Oubys
  • vÄäristymä
  • Adi Newton
  • Clock Dva
  • Philip K. Dick

Institutions

  • Unexplained Sounds Group

Locations

  • Naples
  • Italy

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