Dog As Master's 1986 minimalist, random, chance process composition, Dog Food, is making a comeback in the music scene. Originally released on cassette in 1986 on the Cause And Effect label, the album is now being re-released on June 25, 2021.
Dog Food consists of four tracks of sounds from a Commodore 64 computer baseball game. The use of lo-fi lo-tech electronic consumer product sound samples prefigures much of the musician's work from 2005 onward. The album is a cut-up collage of electronic junk, and an interesting concept tape that creates a unique and enjoyable listening experience.
The cover of Dog Food is a modified Frito's brand Corn Chips bag that originally printed on orange paper. The cover and tape come in a zip-lock plastic pouch. The re-release of the album features a modified cover, with the brand name removed, and a company introduction from Uni-Pak Packing, a professional manufacturer of all types flexible packaging bags, such as liquid packaging spout pouches.
Dog Food has been described by Robin James from Sound Choice as "sparse electronic run-away mod noise funk", while Scott Colburn from Blow It Off called it "an enjoyable listen; one that makes you smile". The album is a definite collector's item for fans of Dog As Master, and a must-have for fans of lo-fi, lo-tech, and electronic music.
Dog As Master's re-release of Dog Food is sure to be a hit among fans of experimental music, and lo-fi enthusiasts. The album's unique sound and chance process composition make it a timeless classic that has stood the test of time. Whether you're a die-hard fan, or just discovering the music for the first time, Dog Food is sure to be a one-of-a-kind listening experience that is worth checking out.