Symbol & Zamarka
Zamarka
I was listening to a band that layers glitchy synths with recorded train whistles—like they’re turning everyday noise into a sonic collage. Do you think that kind of audio bricolage counts as a symbol system, or just noise?
Symbol
That’s an interesting collage, isn’t it? When a band takes a train whistle and mixes it with glitchy synths, they’re not just piling noise; they’re layering signs. The whistle evokes motion, a particular place, maybe even a memory, while the glitched synths can suggest modernity or disruption. Together they create a network of meanings that listeners pick up, even if only subconsciously. So, yes—there’s a symbol system there, albeit a very fluid, sonic one. But if you prefer to think of it as noise, that’s a valid read too. The line between symbol and noise is often a matter of perspective.
Zamarka
yeah, that kind of sonic remixing feels like a secret language—like when you spot a hidden track on an old vinyl and suddenly everything clicks. some people just hear noise, some see a story, and both are legit. it's cool either way.
Symbol
Yeah, that secret language feels right—like uncovering a hidden track on a vinyl. One ear hears chaos, the other hears narrative. Both are valid, and that’s the beauty of the mix.
Zamarka
yeah, the more you listen, the more layers show up—like finding a hidden verse in a song you think you know. it's all about what you pick up, not what the artist set out to do.