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Lee Ward's avatar

Such a good piece Ben, kudos. I have such vivid memories of the reading The Unconsoled in various onsens across Japan, constantly and deliciously disorientated.

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Ben Cardew's avatar

I am going to Japan this summer. Maybe I should have saved it!

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Stephan Kunze's avatar

Brilliant piece, Ben. Must check out that Basic Unit album. I read The Unconsoled last year, and it vaguely reminded me of Kafka's castle. Needless to say, I loved it.

Isn't it interesting how some people want music/art to always fulfill their expectations, while others derive deep pleasure from being surprised and disoriented? I've been thinking about that a lot.

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Ben Cardew's avatar

Oh you will love Basic Unit. To my shame I haven't read The Castle, but I must.

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