This week our guests are the Bristol-based trio Elder Island, consisting of vocalist and cellist Katy Sargent, bassist and beat maestro Luke Thornton, and guitarist and synth master David Havard.

The Elder Island sound is an effortless blend of diverse genre's. Mixing Electronica, Indie, Neo-Soul and Pop, Elder Island have carved out a distinct place in the musical landscape, distinctly creating a web of sound that threads poetic lyricism and unfamiliar instruments over a backdrop of electronic elements and synth-heavy dance beats. Their latest release, Purely Educational, taken from their forthcoming album 'Swimming Static' is a dance floor track, but perfect for the WFH anthem we've been going through. With a funk-led bassline elevating the punchy synth, we've had this on repeat in the On Repeat HQ.

Their sophomore album "Swimming Static" is out May 28th, following their 2019 acclaimed debut “The Omnitone Collection”, which amassed a massive 200 million global streams. With 60 headline shows under their belt, the band have performed alongside On Repeat favourite's Maribou State, DJ Seinfeld, Folamour and SG Lewis. 

In this episode we speak about writing an album in lockdown, creating immersive live shows and the difference between arena shows and intimate gigs, plus how they collaborate and write together.

PreSave their forthcoming album, "Swimming Static". Plus follow Elder Island on Instagram @ElderIsland, on Facebook @ElderIsland, and on Twitter @ElderIsland

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