Delmer Darion : Del Boys
On ‘Tall Vision-Of-The-Voyage’, their ambitious second album, experimental London producers Delmer Darion delve deep into their diverse sound world
Dot Allison: Branching Out
Expansive, lyrical and shot through with ideas around consciousness and an interconnected world, the latest long-player from Dot Allison may just be her best work yet
Ghost Box: Unearthly Realms
Exploring woozy, hauntological music and transmissions from a “half-remembered” parallel dimension, the esoteric Ghost Box imprint is defined by Julian House’s gloriously surreal artwork and visuals. With an ongoing campaign of back-catalogue reissues, the acclaimed graphic designer dives into his dazzling portfolio
The NID Tapes: The India Connection
‘The NID Tapes’ is an extraordinary compilation of early Indian electronic tracks recorded at the National Institute of Design in Ahmedabad between 1969 and 1972. Sound artist Paul Purgas relays the story of how he uncovered these long-forgotten gems
Vince Clarke: Game Of Drones
As the driving force behind Depeche Mode, Yazoo, The Assembly, Erasure and countless other projects over four decades, you might think you’ve got synthpop pioneer Vince Clarke sussed. But his debut solo album, the evocative ‘Songs Of Silence’, is a major surprise. Built around drones and ambient soundscapes, it’s an unexpected and majestic left-field turn. He talks us through its gestation and reflects on a remarkable caree
Arthur Baker: Quality Baked Goods
Legendary producer Arthur Baker shouldn’t really need any introduction. With a new compilation showcasing his classic 1980s remixes, he reflects on his time working with New Order, the rigours of being a full-on restaurateur, and having his own radio show
Bluedot 2023 Review
Even four days of monsoon-style rain could not diminish the sparkle or dampen the enthusiasm of the crowd at this year’s Bluedot festival. From ‘Doctor Who’ to the inimitable powerhouse that is Grace Jones, there were so many highlights…
Co-Pilot: Taking Flight
Welcome aboard! Your crew today? Manchester enigma Jim Noir and honey-voiced Soundcarriers/International Teachers Of Pop frontwoman Leonore Wheatley. Together they are Co-Pilot and their new album is a one-way flight to psychedelic pop heaven
Decisive Pink: Pink Sunshine
As Decisive Pink, Kate NV and Angel Deradoorian make abstract and infectious electropop. Loaded with analogue synths, their debut record is a playful, sultry and “quietly magical” sonic delight
Morton Subotnick: Quantum Bleep
Morton Subotnick’s 1967 album ‘Silver Apples Of The Moon’ is an experience of pure electronic music – or “new new music”, as Subotnick puts it. It was created solely on the Buchla, the modular synth he commissioned as an “easel” for creating the kind of studio art sounds he had in mind