Cyess Afxzs

Cyess Afxzs announces the release of "Was That Always There?", a bold new project crafted by S. McCune and Caesar Oetterli, blending raw and experimental electronics for an immersive sonic journey. The record captures novel textures—recorded between November 2024 and February 2025—featuring drums by Caesar and all other instrumentation and mixing by McCune.

"Was That Always There?" marks a significant evolution for the Cyess Afxzs project, known for pushing boundaries within the harsh noise and experimental music scene. The collaboration sees Swiss-based Stuart McCune, celebrated for avant-garde releases referencing abstract art, join forces with percussionist Caesar Oetterli to generate a dynamic interplay between live drums and sonic manipulation. Caesar Oetterli contributed striking drum performances, while S. McCune handled all instruments and electronics, infusing the tracks with his signature approach to noise and abstraction. The duo wrote and mixed the album over several months, ensuring a cohesive yet constantly shifting soundscape that rewards close listening.

Drawing on influences from both the art world and the experimental community, Cyess Afxzs continues to shape contemporary noise music by introducing novel compositional structures and embracing conceptual depth. "Was That Always There?" stands as a testament to the project’s dedication to challenging genre conventions and exploring new sonic territories.