_CONCERTS

Concert Crash Server

Our concerts are based on livecoding practice that is narrative, immersive and danceable. The music is composed live, as a duo and contains a significant amount of improvisation. It draws influences from electro, noise, post-rock and IDM.

The code is projected for the audience to see, allowing them to follow its evolution and better understand the relationship between music and code. It is also accompanied by visuals (some of which may be created specifically for the occasion) that allow us to address our favorite themes: our connection to the digital world, our evolution as humans, transhumanism, personal data, and technology addiction.

We are active in an emerging global scene. We tell the story of a battle against a computer server (usually the one of the venue, the city, or the theme of the event where we're playing). Our goal is to overload it with lines of code until we reach the final crash.

Our concerts are never the same, we adapt to different venues and audiences to offer the most suitable experience. As technology enthusiasts, we enhance our performances with interactive elements using LED strips, controllable lights (DMX), 3D cameras, stage designs, and video projectors. We have performed more than 100 concerts in electronic clubs, concert halls, museums, streaming platforms, and various eclectic festivals.

_WORKSHOPS

Workshop Crash Server

DISCOVER CODE THROUGH MUSIC!

The workshop is designed for musicians, programmers, and beginners alike. It requires no specific skills and is accessible to all audiences from approximately 12 years of age.

Livecoding workshops provide a fun introduction to music composition and computer programming. We exclusively use free and open-source software that participants can also use at home.

Following the workshop, participants will be able to create music and modify it in real-time. The workshop can also conclude with a collective performance or concert.

The workshop can be a one-time event or extend over multiple sessions.

_INSTALLATIONS

Installation Crash Server

We create interactive audio-visual installations. These are extensions of our universes. These installations feature a server that autonomously generates and composes original music and visuals. The presence and behavior of visitors can influence its behavior. The installations can connect to various elements such as sensors, video projectors, micro-controllers, lights, cameras, or other devices.

We emphasize total immersion in our universe through elaborate set design. The installation is autonomous and can continue to function for extended periods.

CRASH SERVER IN A FEW WORDS

CRASH SERVER is a livecoding duo, formed in late 2018, in Strasbourg (France) composed of SVDK and ZBDM. They released their first album REISUB in 2021.

During their live performances, the audience can follow the evolution of the composition projected in the venue (see photos below).

They also explore different techniques such as: coding in split screen, effects pedals, no-input, 3D scanners, 3D modeling, neural networks, open-data, photogrammetry.


Some live videos

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Crash Server presentation by SupraHead Studio

Concert Streaming for the Contemporary Art Center - DOX in Prague

MBR OVERDRIVE music clip based on live video

Audio links

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PRESS PHOTOS

Crash server live
CrashServer live (1080x607)
Crash Server - Code Black&White
CrashServer Code (2560 x 1700)
CrashServer - ZBDM & SVDK
ZBDM & SVDK (2560 x1700)
Crash Server Logo
CrashServer Logo (2798x2798)