The Scandinavian EP was an ambitious project from start to finish, which perhaps at times pushed the limits of my creativity, patience, and even sanity. What started originally as a quirky and slightly downtempo project which sought to emulate what I considered some of the more eccentric elements of my new home turned into something a lot more brooding and introspective.

Over time, as I experienced culture shock, relationships, long winters, loneliness, burnouts, redemption and love, the project evolved into something I could never have imagined. Something vibrant and unique which truly pushed the limits of my technical and creative abilities, but ultimately resulted in something I could consider uniquely mine. This is my journey through the wonders and quirks of Scandinavia.

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The Scandinavian EP

I spent a significant amount of time working away in bustling and eccentric Copenhagen, each day chancing upon something weird and wonderful. From the quirky architecture and charming automated metro, to the strong sense of revolution and counter culture which wafts through the city's DNA. I became incredibly intimate with so much of what the city had to offer, and am eternally grateful for the opportunities it presented to me, no matter how arduous.

Last Dance in Copenhagen contains samples from "赤と黒" by Yoshimi Iwasaki  and "Barbie Girl" by Aqua. The title is heavily inspired by the song "Last Dance in Copacabana" by Superfunk.

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Last Dance in Copenhagen

For min Älskling <3

Although I had never even planned to visit other than an impromptu trip, Gothenburg on Sweden's beautiful west coast has become one of the most cherished and important parts of my Scandinavian journey. A bustling and vibrant city which doesn't take itself too seriously, I felt a strong sense of belonging and ease from my very first trip, something which has only grown stronger upon subsequent trips and stays. 

Älskling represents not just a journey into the unknown and completely unexpected, it represents unconditional love, which supersedes insecurity, grief, worry, and anxiety. It accepts the beauty of the unanticipated and an excitement for whatever beauty the future holds.  

Contains a sample from "Gårdakvarnar och skit" by Håkan Hellström

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Älskling

Kamppi is named after the vibrant commercial centre of the same name in Helsinki, a city which blew me away at every corner. Although I'd always been interested in going even further into the north, my trip to Helsinki was overshadowed by lingering feelings I'd harboured for over four years, and a question I'd always wanted to ask. Although things didn't go exactly the way I'd anticipated, the energy and cosiness of the Finnish capital left a significant impact on my confidence and the direction I knew I needed to take my life in.

Kamppi contains a sample from "Sunrise to Sunset" by Yui Asaka.

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Kamppi

Snå represents my best attempt to capture the coldness and isolation of the long winters in Scandinavia, through a manner that remains positive and mostly upbeat. I wanted to employ a number of new techniques I'd picked up through the process of making my EP, whilst also trying to shape a distinctive sound which most accurately reflects my feelings of anxiety, but also cautious optimism, surrounding that time of my life. Working on the Scandinavian EP has proven to be an incredible challenge but also an incredibly fruitful experience, and I genuinely can't wait to see where it ends up!

Snå contains samples from "Gin Gin" by Asami Kado and "Santa Claus" by Le Knight Club

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Snå

I wanted to work on a song, which encompassed the incredible energy and spontaneity of my life here in Sweden so far. I experimented with a wide variety of sounds, rhythms and samples, before settling on an arrangement and which I felt perfectly summed up the region's vibrancy, and envoked almost camp 80s dance party-esque vibes. 

Scandi-lous contains samples from "Genie" by B.B. & Q. Band and "Om du var min" by Caramell. Shout out to Alex for the name suggestion, much appreciated bud!

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Scandi-lous!

Irish future funk and dance musician.
Heavily inspired by the forefathers of modern dance music and the electric eccentricity of Japanese pop culture. Combining classic and smooth old school sounds with retro unique visuals!

The Scandinavian EP

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