{"title":"Illum Sphere","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer from Manchester, UK. Illum Sphere is a talented artist known for his unique sound and innovative approach to music production. With influences ranging from Slugabed to Mark Pritchard, he has carved out his own niche in the electronic music scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIllum Sphere's music is a blend of various genres, including hip-hop, experimental electronic, and ambient. His tracks are characterized by intricate beats, atmospheric textures, and mesmerizing melodies that transport listeners to another dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHaving collaborated with renowned artists such as Shlohmo and Teebs, *Illum Sphere* has gained recognition for his exceptional production skills and ability to create captivating sonic landscapes. His live performances are immersive experiences that showcase his talent for creating dynamic and engaging sets.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spectre-vex","title":"Spectre Vex","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecord Store Day 2014 Release. Following the release of his debut album 'Ghosts Of Then And Now' in February 2014, Illum Sphere steps back into the limelight with 'Spectre Vex' - a powerful 8-track mini-album that features exclusive new material from the Hoya:Hoya co- founder alongside remixes from fellow electronic outsiders Legowelt (L.I.E.S.), Lone (R\u0026amp;S), Charles Manier \/ JTC (aka Dabrye) and not forgetting the incontrovertible UK legend Zed Bias. The exclusive limited edition 2 x 180 gram 12\" vinyl format is released on Record Store Day on 19th April 2014, packaged in a matte black flute- cardboard carton envelope featuring 4 print inserts by photographer Silvia Grav.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warp","offers":[{"title":"12\" | x2","offer_id":50492882682187,"sku":"374277","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/ee2fb3f8-cbe8-47e9-9476-c1215519540c_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727693910"},{"product_id":"second-sight-1","title":"Second Sight","description":"\u003cp\u003eBritish DJ \/ producer and cofounder of the Manchester institution \/ club night \/ label Hoya:Hoya, Illum Sphere releases a new 12\" via Ninja Tune. His first output since mid 2014's 'Spectre Vex' double 12\", 'Second Sight' and 'Ritual' are reflective of a shift to a more machine-sounding approach. Lead track 'Second Sight' is a stark, paranoid banger lurking in menacing cold wave territory. On the flip, 'Ritual' layers minimal, mechanical percussion with gently arpeggiating synth lines. Two expertly crafted cuts from a producer at the top of his game, with more new music on the horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ninja Tune","offers":[{"title":"12\"","offer_id":50493794877771,"sku":"398122","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/9b4b947f-fd8f-4e54-a201-d890ab0a8b49_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727700596"},{"product_id":"glass-3","title":"Glass","description":"\u003cp\u003eProducer, DJ and NTS resident Illum Sphere (Ryan Hunn) returns to Ninja Tune with his second full length \u003ci\u003eGlass\u003c\/i\u003e. An album stretching nine dynamic but focused tracks reminiscent of Helena Hauff and Kassem Mosse. Hunn replaces the sharp turns and drastic shifts in altitude of 2014’s \u003ci\u003eGhosts Of Then And Now\u003c\/i\u003e with mechanical depth and a beating cohesiveness hinted at on his \u003ci\u003eSecond Sight\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSpectre Vex\u003c\/i\u003e 12”s. It’s a shift that’s bled into his acclaimed DJ sets and recent mixes for fabriclive and Dekmantel, previously drawing support from Benji B, Thom Yorke, Ben UFO and NTS. Bespoke artwork by Lucas Dupuy. \u003ci\u003eGlass\u003c\/i\u003e is Illum Sphere’s most crystal-clear statement to date following a conscious reduction in output and change in “situation and style,” as he describes it. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCD - Glass mastered black carbon CD in an uncoated softpack with clear matte varnish detail. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLP - LP pressed on clear 140 Gram vinyl with uncoated 3mm spine sleeve, clear matte varnish detail, uncoated printed inner sleeve and download code. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ninja Tune","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":50544681419083,"sku":"1001356","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/ecf983f4-1c22-4e5f-904c-dbffb7bb9e7e_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1728332928"},{"product_id":"ghosts-of-then-and-now","title":"Ghosts of Then and Now","description":"\u003cp\u003eRyan Hunn, AKA Illum Sphere, is founder of Manchester's renowned club night Hoya:Hoya, has remixed Radiohead, toured the world's best club nights and released music on some of its finest imprints - 3024, Tectonic, Young Turks, and now Ninja Tune, where he's found a long term home. His album arrives on the back of eager expectation. If anyone seemed set to make one of the standout albums of the era, it was Illum Sphere. The good news is that he's delivered in spades. 'Ghosts Of Then And Now' has been deliberately and uncompromisingly conceived as a full length record; an album in the traditional sense, full of music that couldn't be more modern, whilst nodding to Hunn's various influences. 'Ghosts Of Then And Now' is further proof that electronic music is taking giant leaps forward. This is a record so rich in ideas, themes, textures and writing that it will draw the listener in time and time again. As such, it will take its place alongside the best works in the form.CD in a gatefold sleeve with black and white print on rough board.180 Gram double vinyl (including digital download code) in a gatefold sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ninja Tune","offers":[{"title":"LP | x2","offer_id":50997623882059,"sku":"370630","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/8b6dbdd2-7d9b-483c-8769-8973ba3a6dd9_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1734769471"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/collections\/illum-sphere.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}