MARTIN CIBEIRA
MORFIL / MARTIN CIBEIRA / MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
MORFIL / MARTIN CIBEIRA
PAINTER / MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
Explore a curated collection of art posters designed by Morfil, blending the worlds of visual art and underground music. This section showcases original poster designs that capture the spirit of independent and experimental music scenes. It’s more than just design—it’s a way to connect with the vibrant, often unseen talent in the music world, as well as paying homage to the great bands and pioneers who have influenced and shaped the underground scene.
From album covers to concert posters, each piece reflects the energy and creativity of both emerging artists and the icons who paved the way for today’s underground movement. This platform also aims to promote and give exposure to these musicians, providing them with a creative visual representation that amplifies their presence. Dive into the art and discover a fresh perspective on music and visual culture, while supporting the next wave of groundbreaking talent.
All graphic design pieces on this website are created by Morfil
Duma is an experimental music duo from Nairobi, Kenya, known for their bold fusion of noise, industrial, metal, and electronic elements. Formed in 2018 by Billy Kahora and Samson Oswald, Duma blends intense, distorted soundscapes with African rhythms and social commentary, creating a unique and abrasive sonic experience. Their music confronts themes of urban decay, political corruption, and societal struggles, often using aggressive, fast-paced beats and heavy, chaotic textures to evoke a sense of urgency and rebellion.
Duma’s sound challenges traditional music boundaries, drawing influences from the underground scenes of both Kenya and the global experimental music community. Their self-titled debut album (released in 2020) received widespread acclaim for its raw, confrontational style, and the duo has become a key figure in the African noise and experimental scenes. Through their fearless approach to sound and their exploration of socio-political themes, Duma is redefining the possibilities of African experimental music.
Coil was a pioneering experimental music group formed in 1982 by John Balance and Peter Christopherson, two former members of the influential industrial band Throbbing Gristle. Known for their innovative approach to sound, Coil pushed the boundaries of music with a genre-defying mix of experimental, electronic, industrial, and avant-garde elements. Their work often explored themes of the occult, mysticism, sexuality, death, and the human psyche, blending atmospheric soundscapes with complex, abstract compositions.
Swans is an experimental rock band formed in 1982 by Michael Gira in New York City. Known for their intense, abrasive sound and deeply emotional, often dark themes, Swans became one of the most influential and groundbreaking bands within the realms of industrial, post-punk, and experimental music. Their music has evolved significantly over the years, but it has always been defined by Gira's relentless exploration of noise, power, and emotional extremity.
Initially, Swans' sound was marked by a brutal, minimalist style often referred to as "no wave" or "industrial." Their early albums, like "Filth" (1983) and "Greed" (1986), were known for their raw, oppressive atmosphere, combining pounding rhythms, distorted guitars, and Gira’s guttural vocals. The music was confrontational and unsettling, exploring themes of violence, despair, and human suffering. Swans’ live shows were infamous for their overwhelming intensity and sonic onslaught, drawing a loyal, often underground following.
Over time, the band’s sound evolved into more complex and diverse forms, incorporating elements of folk, rock, and even orchestral arrangements. Albums like "The Burning World" (1989) and "Soundtracks for the Blind" (1996) marked a shift towards more melodic and atmospheric compositions, though Gira’s thematic focus on personal trauma, existential despair, and spiritual transformation remained consistent.
John Cage (1912–1992) was an American composer, music theorist, and one of the most influential figures in 20th-century experimental music. Known for his radical, avant-garde approach to composition and performance, Cage broke the boundaries of traditional music by challenging preconceived notions of what music could be. His work was a profound exploration of sound, silence, and chance.
Can was a groundbreaking experimental rock band formed in 1968 in Cologne, Germany, known for their innovative fusion of rock, jazz, electronic music, and avant-garde improvisation. The band became one of the most influential groups of the Krautrock movement, which blended progressive rock with experimental and electronic music elements.
The core members of Can included Irmin Schmidt (keyboards), Holger Czukay (bass), Jaki Liebezeit (drums), Michael Karoli (guitar), and various vocalists over the years, including Malcolm Mooney and Damo Suzuki. Can’s music was characterized by a unique blend of hypnotic, repetitive rhythms, experimental structures, and a distinctive use of sound. Their recordings often abandoned traditional song structures in favor of extended jams, unconventional time signatures, and spontaneous, improvisational performances.
One of their most famous albums, "Tago Mago" (1971), is considered a landmark in experimental music. It featured tracks that combined trance-like grooves with surreal and dissonant soundscapes, alongside Damo Suzuki’s ethereal and often nonsensical vocals. The album is a quintessential example of Can’s ability to create complex, genre-defying music that was ahead of its time.
George Orwell's 1984 (published in 1949) is a dystopian novel set in a totalitarian society controlled by the Party, led by the ever-watchful figure of Big Brother. The story follows Winston Smith, an employee of the Party, who secretly rebels against the oppressive regime and its manipulation of truth and reality. In the society of 1984, individual freedom, privacy, and truth are all erased in favor of absolute control. The Party uses surveillance, propaganda, and psychological manipulation to maintain its power, with the ultimate goal of erasing independent thought altogether.
Orwell explores themes of totalitarianism, censorship, and the dangers of unchecked government power. Through Winston’s journey, the novel delves into the psychological effects of living under constant surveillance and the terrifying consequences of a society where even thoughts are controlled. 1984 serves as a powerful warning about the potential dangers of authoritarian regimes and the loss of personal freedoms. It remains a timeless critique of political systems that seek to crush dissent and manipulate reality.
