Badge Epoch

Badge Epoch is the brainchild of Toronto-based musician Max Turnbull, who's perhaps better known under his Slim Twig moniker. Diving into a world of lo-fi psychedelia, jazz-infused grooves, and experimental vibes, Badge Epoch emerged as Turnbull's outlet for crafting intricate, tape-manipulated soundscapes that feel both nostalgic and otherworldly. With releases like the album *Scroll* (2019) on Telephone Explosion Records, he's built a cult following for his hazy, collage-like compositions that blend found sounds, funky rhythms, and cosmic explorations—think tracks like "Egyptian Licorice" or "Fruit Cocktail in Heavy Syrup" that just ooze that retro-futuristic charm.

Turnbull's work as Badge Epoch often feels like a personal audio diary, pulling from influences like library music, krautrock, and '70s soul, all filtered through a DIY ethos. Following up with projects like *Consensus Reality* and other releases, he's continued to evolve his sound, collaborating occasionally and keeping things delightfully unpredictable for fans of underground psych and avant-pop. If you're into artists like Ariel Pink or early Stereolab, Badge Epoch's discography is a trippy rabbit hole worth tumbling down.