Patrick J. Reed is a staff writer for THE SEEN, where he is the author of “Sonic Avenues,” an ongoing column that features essays on contemporary artists engaging with sound and the larger cultural implications of their work. His criticism is also featured in various other publications, including art-agenda, ArtReview, ArtReview Asia, The Brooklyn Rail, and Spike Art Magazine. He lives in Los Angeles.

Aphorism | Anthem: Sonic Avenues #3 // Christine Sun Kim


Sonic Avenues #2: Ululation


Sonic Avenues #1: Jónsi


In Advance of An Archive: The Joseph J. McPhee Jr. Research Library and Listening Room


Brain Trust: Performing Biodata with Jason J. Snell