The Scientific Superstar

I met this guy, Paul Gallant at the AmigaCon in Tulsa back in '93. We really hit it off talking about the shape of Counselor Troy's uniform and playing Smash TV in the hotel Bar.

We have since been in constant communication via a system of blind, albino homing pigeons, carrying tiny packets of damp coffee grounds, within which the secret codes are concealed. He also sends me email. He is the Scientific Superstar.

His new CD is ready - I have heard it. It is broadcasting at maximum wattage from way, way, way, out in left field. I guess I would describe it as the complete opposite of whatever kind of music is on your radio right now...no matter what. Absolutely Unique. A rare treasure.

It was recorded in, what can only be described as lo-fi from another era warmth. The kind of music that sounds like it is coming out of a flying saucer, into an old philco, family sized tube radio and burnt straight to cd. It's interesting because it literally sounds better the louder you turn it up. Instruments begin to pop out and the sound separates a bit at a higher volume, so that it's not so much 'louder' as it is 'clearer' - totally awesome.

Paul and his brother, the venerable NC graphic arts legend, Daniel Gallant operate a loose conceptual collective called 'The Scientific Superstar'. The Story, based on the suburban surrealism of teenage life in North Raleigh in the 80's and the soundtrack, itself a stand-alone sonic force are contributed by Paul while the entire, full-sized comic is drawn by Danny. His style and sensibilities, like his brother come from their own unique place, though commonplace for me, after so many years of admiration and familiarity. If you like graphic fiction, strange new music and maybe even a few laughs to boot, check out the Scientific Superstar from Durham NC.