"Salaam Alekum, Bastard" arrived in 1995, midway through Muslimgauze's most prolific period, showcasing his signature blend of confrontational sound collage and urgent electronic rhythms. The release continued his exploration of the political and sonic landscapes of the Middle East.
- The album was released on Soleilmoon Recordings in February 1995.
- The title itself is a provocative statement, reflecting Jones's often controversial lyrical and thematic content.
- "Salaam Alekum, Bastard" is representative of the dense, sample-heavy production style Muslimgauze employed throughout the mid-1990s.
Muslimgauze was the recording name of Bryn Jones, a prolific electronic musician from Manchester, England. His work, often characterized by a confrontational approach to sampled Middle Eastern music and Western political commentary, achieved cult status in the experimental and electronic music scenes.
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