Come Light Us Up

"Come Light Us Up" marks the debut of Modern Artifacts, the project of producer Imre Kiss, made in collaboration with British singer-songwriter Rich File, known for his work with UNKLE and We Fell To Earth. Bringing together two artists from different musical backgrounds, the album draws on their individual histories while forging a sound distinct from either artist's earlier work. For Kiss, whose music has long explored the atmospheric and experimental possibilities of electronic music, the record signals a shift towards more direct, pop-structured songwriting. Deep basslines and meticulously crafted beats underpin layers of synths, samples, and swirling guitars, with File's unmistakable voice at the center. Traces of trip hop and shoegaze surface in it's hypnotic rhythms and fuzzed-out guitars, but the album is neither an exercise in nostalgia nor a continuation of the artists' previous work. The record features guest vocals from Estrella del Sol of acclaimed Mexican band Mint Field, alongside contributions from Portishead drummer Clive Deamer, and cult dream-pop musician Daniel Land. Mixed by Ian Caple (Tricky, Tindersticks, Suede), "Come Light Us Up" will be released as a limited-edition 180g vinyl LP, with it's first single already receiving regular radio airplay.

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