{"title":"Visionist","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLondon-based electronic music producer \u003cen\u003eVisionist\u003c\/en\u003e has been making waves in the music industry with his unique sound and innovative approach. With a career spanning several years, he has established himself as one of the most exciting artists in the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn September 2021, \u003cen\u003eVisionist\u003c\/en\u003e made an announcement that he will be working under his birth name, adding another layer of authenticity to his already impressive body of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith influences ranging from artists such as Dark0, NGUZUNGUZU, and Jam City, \u003cen\u003eVisionist\u003c\/en\u003e creates mesmerizing tracks that blend elements of grime, experimental electronic music, and R\u0026amp;B. His distinct style pushes boundaries and challenges traditional notions of what electronic music can be.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"value","title":"Value","description":"\u003cp\u003eVisionist returns with his second album \u003ci\u003eValue\u003c\/i\u003e, a precise body of work which across its 10 tracks, builds on his conceptual, thematic process, finding assertion in the values of self-discipline and self-education through meticulous composition. His debut album \u003ci\u003eSafe\u003c\/i\u003e detailed visceral soundscapes to encapsulate the experiential onslaught of an anxiety attack, and the artist’s desire to simultaneously construct and defeat notions of safety. \u003ci\u003eValue\u003c\/i\u003e follows this trajectory of strength and vulnerability by examining broader themes of machismo and effeminacy, self-deprecation and self-love, and self-preservation and validation. These overlapping themes manifest as a response to Visionist’s continual understanding of the role of an artist and their place within the industry. Focussing on his qualitative process allows him to evade this increasingly demanding climate, maintaining consistency by finding solace in the routine and ethos of his own practice, “I’m pretty reserved” he explains “but, within my art, it is important for me to give a part of myself.” Through the addition for the first time of his own vocals, Visionist continues to further explore a humanistic and intimate creation. \u003ci\u003eValue’s\u003c\/i\u003e opener, \u003ci\u003eSelf-\u003c\/i\u003e, sees him reimagine the vocal treatment with rapid injections, followed by crescendos of abrasive rhythm and waltz-like melodies, providing a diligent insight into the rest of the album. It’s this cross-infection of sonic landscapes and unpredictable movements that constantly question ostracisation. The title track \u003ci\u003eValue\u003c\/i\u003e propels the listener into a brutal environment, battling neural attacks and jittery vocals, culminating in a shift of atmosphere to signify peace and fulfilment. \u003ci\u003eMade In Hope\u003c\/i\u003e lays bare to its listener, venerated in its sparseness, sedated in its grace, with capricious ‘Invanity’ concluding proceedings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCD - Digipack CD. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLP - 180 Gram Black Vinyl with Printed card inner Sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLP+ - 180 Gram gold Vinyl with Printed card inner Sleeve. 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A pair of EPs on Lit City Trax (and a collaboration with Fatima Al Qadiri) in 2013 and ’14 introduced Visionist’s minimalist take on fractured R\u0026amp;B and liquid grime, establishing him as a leading voice in new-wave UK soundsystem culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn ‘Safe’, Visionist sculpts and extends that signature into new terrain and makes his most personal statement yet. Distilling his influences down to a sparse palette of manipulated folk, pop and R\u0026amp;B acapellas, icy synths, and metallic drum samples, he plays off ever-present anxiety and his own battle not to let it overwhelm him. “Comfort, protection, salvation—this is what we search for,” he says. “We are taught that a life of no worries is better for us, and therefore we try to create one that is ‘Safe.'”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut while safe as a musical concept implies conformity, ‘Safe’ as an artistic statement is anything but. At a moment when the UK scene, once known for innovation, has settled into rehashing old tropes, Visionist continues to propel his sound into more experimental territory. The album traces the arc of an anxiety attack, from its onset through to recovery. Following the stately discord of brief opener “You Stayed,” the grimy, ballistic assault of “Victim” sends its targets diving into mirrored corners. “I’ve Said” is a brutal, almost militant advance, its sound cutting in and out as though transmitted via shortwave radio. “Too Careful To Care” trades in skittering paranoia, with the soporific “Sleep Luxury” closing out affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2012, Visionist has toured extensively throughout Europe, Unites States and Asia, appearing at industry standard clubs and festivals like Fabric, Berghain, Sonar and Unsound and as well as various underground venues. 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