Rusty Santos

Mohawk presents Rusty Santos with Ama, Joey Z, Ewe and DJ Fennec on Thursday, March 5th!

Rusty Santos’ solo music belongs to a different timeline, one where music moves at its own speed, and musicians stand out in contrast to their scene. Metaphysical lyrics and psych folk textures are at the heart of his sound, yet the mood is darker. His music layers acoustic guitar, synthesizer, and percussion through effect pedals, fuzzy electric bass, and guitar. The presentation of these elements marks a departure point. He performs in alternate tunings, utilizing frequencies that sound unfamiliar.  The sound might seem familiar because Santos has worked on seminal albums by trailblazers such as Animal Collective, Panda Bear, Weyes Blood, Black Dice, Dawn of Midi, Owen Pallett, Beach House, Dirty Projectors, and more.