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About Me

For over a decade, Strange as Angels (aka Rob Talasman) has existed relatively under the radar of the Toronto electronic music scene. Composing and performing live since the age of 15, Rob is best known for his prolific output and performance driven live shows.
Having experienced synaesthesia since a young age, Rob sees his music in brilliant colour. His initial interest in electronic music derived almost exclusively upon his discovery of his ability to sculpt and blend tonal textures the way a visual artist would blend colours.
Rob describes his music as "a beautiful, multi-layered racket". He has tried his hand at everything from Synth-Pop and Trance to full-on Industrial. Currently however, he has found satisfaction in bluring the lines between ambient and harsh over-driven beats, somewhat comparable to the likes of Boards of Canada, Ulrich Schnauss and "Exile" era Gary Numan.
Placing high precidence on emotionally resonant and memorable songwriting, Rob Talasman forges on, making the music he wants to hear--and sharing it with those interested along the way.

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Member Since: 11/15/2005
Band Members: Rob Talasman

Influences: Boards of Canada, The Cure, Ulrich Schnauss, Jesu, Massive Attack, Depeche Mode, Underworld, Brian Eno, Moby, M83, Dream.Corrosion.
Sounds Like: Boards of Canada, The Cure, Wesley Willis.
Record Label: Illicit Pulse
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

5 Songs Uploaded

Nice Easter presents from Myspace means you all win; Monolith has been uploaded and is here for your listening and downloading pleasure. Enjoy.
Posted by Strange as Angels on Mon, 09 Apr 2007 08:51:00 PST

Strange as Angels vs Optangle

On Friday Feb 16th I played a spontanous mostly improvised Live PA set with my friend and contemporary Mr. Optangle. One thing I have found is a set like this can sometimes go from something boring an...
Posted by Strange as Angels on Sun, 18 Feb 2007 01:28:00 PST

Strange as Angels Remixes Pants + Tie

That's right. Both the Pants, and the Tie.Head on over to www.myspace.com/pantsandtieGood Morning Mr. Picton has been mangled and spat back out again. 100% dancefloor excitment. Enjoy....
Posted by Strange as Angels on Tue, 06 Feb 2007 06:51:00 PST

Show Aftermath 22:12:06

Friday night's show went really well. Thanx to those who attended, helped out and just in general showed an interest in independant artists. I had a great time and the sets by myself and Scrape sounde...
Posted by Strange as Angels on Sun, 24 Dec 2006 02:54:00 PST

Upcoming Show, Eventual EP & You...

So this month it's all coming down to this one show, Friday December 22nd @ Neutral Lounge. I'm hard at work ironing out all the kinks and getting things ready for this event. It's a free show that ge...
Posted by Strange as Angels on Sun, 03 Dec 2006 01:06:00 PST

New Track

So as of today I've had a myspace for one year. And as such I figure you're all probably tired of the same songs, so I've posted a new one. I'm currently working on more tracks, remixes and some vocal...
Posted by Strange as Angels on Wed, 15 Nov 2006 09:18:00 PST

Debaser Remix

I probably should have told you guys two weeks ago, but if you haven't heard it yet, check out the remix I did for the band Debaser on their myspace. Lots of crunching dirt and swarms of bees. www.mys...
Posted by Strange as Angels on Mon, 30 Oct 2006 07:06:00 PST

I have videos posted for your enjoyment.

(In case people don't know, they know now.)
Posted by Strange as Angels on Wed, 26 Apr 2006 09:48:00 PST

Show Aftermath

So the show on 4:20 went pretty well, in that the sound and visuals were awesome for all 3 acts and some people came out and really enjoyed the night. There were some technical grumbles for me since m...
Posted by Strange as Angels on Sun, 23 Apr 2006 02:55:00 PST

New Show Coming Up...

New show coming up this month. Working on some visuals and a new remix of "Anthem". Attendance is mandatory. End communication.
Posted by Strange as Angels on Tue, 04 Apr 2006 03:41:00 PST