REYNOLS Exhibition In Auckland

In 2023, Reynols celebrated 30 years of defying genre boundaries. Lead by drummer, vocalist and creative force Miguel Tomasín alongside Roberto Conlazo and Alan Courtis, this experimental Argentinian band formed in 1993. Since then, the unique perspective of Tomasín – who has Down’s Syndrome – has been integral to the band’s prolific, profoundly original and radically inclusive output.

Throughout their career, Reynols have produced nearly 80 albums, and collaborated with influential artists like Damo Suzuki, Acid Mothers Temple and Pauline Oliveros. Their works, such as 10,000 Chickens’ Symphony and Fire Music, explore unconventional sound sources, from farmyard recordings to the sounds of fire. Their releases and live performances challenge traditional ideas regarding disability and access, and the band has been a pioneering voice for inclusivity, seeing music as a fundamental civil right for people of all abilities.

In 2021, Tomasín was honored with the Henry Viscardi Achievement Award for his contributions to the visibility of mentally challenged artists. Reynols continue to advocate for inclusivity and creativity without limit. Their ongoing legacy is one of artistic freedom, collaboration, and a commitment to breaking down barriers in experimental music and beyond.

To mark their 30th anniversary, Reynols staged archival exhibitions throughout the world, featuring photos, videos, press clippings, and rare artifacts from collectors worldwide. This exhibition, like those held in Belgium, Spain, and Japan, celebrates the band’s expansive and esoteric discography.

Exhibition opens: Thursday 30 April, 5.30pm, with refreshments by Liberty Breweries 
Hours: 12 – 4pm, Tuesday – Saturday
Closes: Saturday 17 May

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