One might say that Longing for Lo-fi equals longing for the homely. This book-length essay looks at internet culture through the lens of psychoanalysis, semiotics and critical theory, in an attempt to lay the feeling of comfort bare. In the here and today there are many attempts to...

One might say that Longing for Lo-fi equals longing for the homely. This book-length essay looks at internet culture through the lens of psychoanalysis, semiotics and critical theory, in an attempt to lay the feeling of comfort bare. In the here and today there are many attempts to recreate spaces of comfort. The lo-fi community should be considered one of them. Through the numerous nostalgic references and relaxing beats of lo-fi, we retrieve a glimpse of what was once our home—be it real or imaginary. In the here and today there are many attempts to recreate spaces of comfort. Through the numerous nostalgic references and relaxing beats of lo-fi, we retrieve a glimpse of what was once our home — be it real or imaginary.

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Measures 12,5 x 20 cm
Counts 164 pages
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Onomatopee x Misc Store Amsterdam

Onomatopee is a curating and editorially led public gallery and publisher that is particularly known for its self-initiated and transdisciplinary projects. Furthermore, Onomatopee also hosts the projects of progressive individuals as well as artist-run and institutional organizations. Their award-winning publications and experimental exhibitions are known for their technically smart, well-balanced designed layout and progressive editing.