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This new blog will explain what contemporary art is about and how it differs from modernism.

At once quirky and accessible, Strange Bedfellows may seem scattered into disparate styles, although repeated listenings will reveal a hidden unity.

Two recent papers by Risto Holopainen discuss algorithmic composition using autonomous systems. The ideas are realised on the new album Kolmogorov Variations.

Oberdada moves fluently across real and imaginary genres. His latest album revisits his first compositions from the 80's.

Let's cross the artistic disciplines! Composer Risto Holopainen exhibits his visual art for the first time.

On February 29, the oddest day of any year, Risto Holopainen's new electronic piece Circular Golomb Rulers is released as a digital album as well as a limited edition CD.

Teem Work is a two hour long piece of electronic music created using algorithms. Originally composed in 2013, it is now released in a remixed version.

SOZIALREALISMUS contains 15 electronic pieces featuring a modular synthesizer and field recordings. The album is available for download and as a limited edition cassette with an original linoleum print.