Smell & Quim

About

Smell & Quim, a name synonymous with provocation and percussive chaos, erupted from the UK noise scene between 1992 and 1998. Sticky Foster, Stewart Walden, and Neil Campbell crafted a discography defined by abrasive textures and dark humor, their work a relentless barrage of harsh soundscapes and experimental tape manipulation. Titles like "Pushy Gothic Gnome Versus Charity Techno Gnome" and "Eat Pussy" are emblematic of their boundary-pushing ethos, where absurdity meets sonic aggression. Their releases, predominantly on cassette, found homes on labels like Stinky Horse Fuck, Old Europa Cafe, and Tesco Organisation. The rare vinyl, "The Jissom Killers" (1992), stands as a testament to their raw industrial grit. Smell & Quim's sound was mechanical and dystopian, a relentless exploration of auditory discomfort. Label collaborations underscored their network, linking them with other purveyors of the avant-garde and the transgressive. Smell & Quim's music was not merely functional but served as a metronomic assault on convention, challenging listeners to confront the abrasive and the absurd. With a fanbase of curious listeners and dedicated scene veterans, their impact reverberates through the corridors of industrial and experimental music.