Antoine Beuger - Calme Étendue Spinoza

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Review by Rich Antwi

Calme Étendue Spinoza: A Whisperscape Worth Your Time Let’s cut to the chase—Antoine Beuger’s Calme Étendue Spinoza isn’t your typical album. Released in 2001 under Germany’s Edition Wandelweiser Records, this piece of auditory minimalism feels more like a philosophical meditation than something you’d blast at a party (unless your party guests are into deep thoughts and awkward silences). With its spoken word style, it’s less music, more… artful murmuring. And honestly? That’s what makes it stick. The standout track—and pretty much the whole shebang—is Calme Étendue (Spinoza). Imagine someone reading poetry over near-silence, their voice floating through space like cigarette smoke in an empty café. It’s not just Beuger talking; he’s channeling Spinoza himself—or at least his vibe. You don’t listen to this for catchy hooks or sick beats. Nope. You listen because it forces you to slow down and actually hear. The sparse soundscape lets every syllable breathe, making even mundane words feel profound. "Oh wow," you think, "he said 'etendue.' So deep." Now, here’s the kicker: there’s no second track. Just one long sprawl of thought-provoking quietude. Some might call that lazy, but I call it bold. In a world obsessed with playlists and instant gratification, Beuger dares us to sit still. It’s kind of punk rock when you think about it. Props also go to the crew behind the scenes. Wolfgang Wessels handled engineering duties, ensuring Beuger’s whispery musings didn’t get lost in static. Meanwhile, Ida Maibach killed it on artwork and liner notes, adding layers of meaning without shoving them down your throat. And can we talk about Burkhard Schlothauer’s layout skills? Clean, simple, effective—like Japanese tea ceremonies but for your eyes. Why does this album stick with me? Maybe it’s how unapologetically niche it is. Or maybe it’s the way Beuger’s voice feels both intimate and distant, like overhearing a stranger mumble secrets in a library corner. Either way, it’s weirdly comforting. Like listening to rain while pretending you’re smarter than everyone else. Final thought: If silence had a soundtrack, this would be it. But hey, maybe don’t play it during dinner parties unless you want everyone staring at each other awkwardly. Then again, maybe that’s the point. Rating:

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Artist: Antoine Beuger
Album: Calme Étendue Spinoza
Rating: 5.0

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Filename: antoine-beuger-calme-tendue-spinoza.zip
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Calme Étendue (Spinoza)70:15

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Catalog Numbers

EWR 0107

Labels

Edition Wandelweiser Records

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Formats

  • CD
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Credits

RoleCredit
Artwork ByIda Maibach
EngineerWolfgang Wessels
LayoutBurkhard Schlothauer
Liner NotesAntoine Beuger, Ida Maibach, Paul Good
ProducerAntoine Beuger
VoiceAntoine Beuger

Notes

  • calme étendue (spinoza)
  • The recording begins with 9 minutes of silence.
  • Co-Production: VIP-Ästhetik-Rheinparkklinik (Düsseldorf) / Timescraper Music (Berlin)
  • Recorded 4/98 Studio Ton in Ton, Düsseldorf
  • Special thanks
  • VIP-Ästhetik-Rheinparkklinik Düsseldorf for generous support
  • Michael Pisaro for translation

About Antoine Beuger

Antoine Beuger (* 1955 in Oosterhout, Netherlands) studied composition with Ton de Leeuw at Sweelinck Coservatorium in Amsterdam 1973-78. In 1990 he began composing after an interruption of about 10 years. Two years later he founded the label together with composer / performer . Since 1994 he's been active with the conception and organisation of KLANGRAUM, a concert series at Kunstraum Düsseldorf. During the years 1995-2001, he was working together with visual artist Mauser as artistic director of "Werkraum

Real Name

    • Antoine Beuger

Name Vars

  • Beuger

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Calme Étendue Spinoza* by Antoine Beuger is not your typical music release. It falls under the genre "Non-Music" and focuses on spoken word. Released in 2001 in Germany, it’s more of an artistic experience than a traditional album. The track features Beuger himself speaking, backed by minimal sound design. What makes it unique? The artwork, layout, and even liner notes were all crafted collaboratively, with contributions from Ida Maibach, Burkhard Schlothauer, and others. It’s less about listening and more about feeling immersed in philosophy and art. Definitely not your everyday listen!