A Psychedelic Guide to Monsterism Island
Friday, May 29th, 2009
As the unofficial visual artist of choice for Welsh psych rock band Super Furry Animals, Pete Fowler has garnered a large following for his art and design work. Away from the band Fowler spends his time obsessively creating the inhabitants for his “Monsterism Island.” Done in Fowler’s distinct post-modern cartoon style each candy-colored monster on the island has its own back story along with personality traits, and are often featured in his cartoons, paintings, and drawings that are exhibited all over the world.
“A Guide to Monsterism Island” is the soundtrack for Fowler’s world and it’s every bit as eclectic, esoteric, and excellent as the the monsters themselves. Through the 27 track, all-instrumental collection you’ll run the gamut of contemporary psychedelia, from easygoing ukulele-led jams and funky but sometimes spooky electronica to freak folk and jazzy krautrock. Featuring the work of Gruff Rhys of Super Furry Animals, Wolf People, The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, Circulus, The Advisory Circle, and many more, it plays like a modern day Nuggets collection minus the lyrics, perfect for any summertime bash or day at the beach.

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Click the link below to watch an episode of Fowler’s “Monsterism Island”
posted by: Harold Johns III
















