At once both recalling the past and proposing the future, Videocean is an idiosyncratic hybrid that melds shoegaze and psychedelic-soul.
Born in a small back room in Peckham south east London, this quartet is the sound of intuition; master musicians calling and responding in ways that only time and proximity can foster. This is homemade music without the indulgence - restraint and generosity of spirit rule. Having shaped their respective skill sets touring and recording with other artists, each member of the quartet is a compelling piece to the jigsaw.
Relocating post-New Year hangover to the rural Squarehead studio in Kent, the group worked on what would be their first release. It is impossible to ignore a tangible air of awakened curiosity as this group moves as an organic unit - woven vocal layers provide the essence of Videocean's hypnotic sound. Lyrics hint at arcane truths, reinforced by smart viola and guitar conversations.
Words by Joe Whitnell / Image courtesy of Suzi Corker
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