First release on Full Time Hobby from Hampshirevia-Berlin electronic artist James Welch aka Seams. This double EP is available as a special edition LP with download code.
Previously released via Pictures, ‘Tourist’ is truly a Summer record, inspired by the bright lights of
Berlin’s nightlife.
It’s evil twin ‘Sleeper’, on the other hand, is comprised of four brand new tracks, made by Seams whilst back in his bedroom in Hampshire. As such, these tracks are notably more claustrophobic and feel much darker.
This brooding electronica is comparable to such artists as Pantha du Prince, Four Tet, Tycho and fellow Berlin-dweller Gold Panda.
I picked up this release earlier today on Steve’s recommendation. I was looking for something in the same style as Four Tet, and this is a great choice.
The two sides, tourist and sleeper, have a heavy contrast in mood but share a clearly defined style. Modern electronic beat, with the just the right amount of retro sounding synth. And it comes with the download code making it all the more worthwhile.
Anybody with any more suggestions in this genre, please let me know!