Algorifobik: Alternatif Resah Algoritma

"Is writing about music - or music journalism - merely about discussing trivial things and empty talk? Is it just about roaring guitar sounds, rockstar fantasies, or promotional fluff disguised as reviews? On the contrary, in Algorifobik, I find both passion and a deep concern for the human condition. This book presents music writing that explores the human perspective on their living spaces, emotions, and the social and technological impacts of our time - especially as experienced by friends in Malaysia's alternative music community. Reading Algorifobik is a joy, as it invites me to dive deep into powerful stories and the anxieties of people within their life spaces. This book is beautifully written and brimming with passion - far from being just another collection of empty music journalism!" - Idhar Resmadi

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"A frank, funny, and feeling chronicle of what it is to be truly obsessed with Malaysian music making, and the changing landscape of its consumption and criticism." - Ng Su Ann

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"No more 'back in my days' stories - this book is for the bold new generation, breaking cycles and actually evolving." - Sarajevo

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"Angkatan penulis muzik gelombang. baharu yang menuju ranum dan mahu meledak." - Mohd Jayzuan

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"In an age of infinite scrolling and short attention spans, it is much harder to find fellow Malaysian writers that dig deep into local works. These 5 writers have done a crucial job of archiving a glimpse of music made by Malaysians." - Fikri Fadzil