A sonic alchemist, Murge weaves the eclectic and the electric to create dancefloor-centric beats that fill the space and lift the crowd. Inspired by travels through eastern Spain, Here We All Are is a cohesive collection of downtempo tracks, filled with fresh, earthy bass and neoteric instrumentals. Unorthodox sounds intertwine to create an expansive aural journey; one of connection and elevation. Pulling from across a variety of genres, Murge’s influences are wide ranging and free flowing; from the Cosmic era of disco to psychedelic jazz, from Latin rhythms fused with the elasticity and inclusiveness of world-inspired music to field recordings of ambient samples, captured during his own global travels.
'Here We All Are' was primarily produced at Murge’s studio The Cabin, with additional recording and mixing taking place at Burning Rainbow Studios in Victoria BC and The Warehouse in Vancouver BC, followed by mastering by Grammy nominated Shawn Hatfield at Audible Oddities. Influenced by the live instrumentals of Bonobo and Khruangbin, Murge has collaborated with some of BC’s most talented vocalists and multi-instrumentalists to create a full, world-inspired sound. First track ‘Reach Out’ is an uplifting dance floor groove reminiscent of sundowners at Cafe Del Mar; all languorous laid back beats peppered with inspiriting live flute. Lead single ‘Can’t Hurt Me Now’, featuring vocals by Sierra Lundy, is rich with moody dance floor energy and warm textures.
No stranger to packed dance floors or epic stages, Murge has entranced crowds at some of North America’s most well respected electronic festivals (Shambala, Bass Coast). A world class DJ and skilled producer, he has also shared stages with Bonobo, DJ Shadow, Flying Lotus, Hot Chip, Pete Rock, Kid Koala, De La Soul, Wu Tang Clan and Charles Bradley. With collaboration and creativity in mind, Murge has worked with Talib Kweli and Blackalicious, and has featured on remixes for Tegan & Sara, alongside Four Tet, Toro Y Moi and Holy F**k.
A longtime captain of the dance floor, Murge presents Here We All Are as a fresh offering of inspired global consciousness and transformative connectivity. 2020 is shaping up to be an expansive new chapter in Murge’s story.
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released March 27, 2020
All songs performed by Murge except where noted.
All songs written and produced by Murge except 'Can't Hurt Me Now', written by Sierra Lundy and Murge.
All tracks mixed by Ryan Enockson and Matt Dauncey at Kiklo Studio and The Warehouse Studio, Vancouver B.C.
All songs mastered by Shawn Hatfield at Audible Oddities
Artwork by Colin McCue
Supported by Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia
Murge weaves the eclectic and the electric to create dancefloor-centric beats that fill the space and lift the crowd.
innovative collaborations have lead to a fuller, world-inspired sound reminiscent of Bonobo; filled with fresh, earthy bass and neoteric instrumentals.
Murge has worked with Talib Kweli & Blackalicious, & has featured on remixes alongside Four Tet, Toro Y Moi and Holy F**k....more
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Both meditative and energetic. Hits the sweet spot that my favorite artists do (think Emancipator, Tycho, Bonobo, Clozee...) with a really organic feel and strong musicality. meatnordrink
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By far my favorite album of Frameworks' collection.
So many beautiful tracks, so many great and deep ambiences, fantastic beats and keys.
Some music which goes straight to the heart! nomadhills
This Bandcamp exclusive comes complete with a head-spinning background story (check the album notes) and eerie electronics. Bandcamp New & Notable Oct 29, 2023
This debut from the DJ/producer explores themes of magic and enhancement against a backdrop of electronica and techno. Bandcamp New & Notable Sep 15, 2023
A beautifully serene and introspective record, “When the Quiet Comes” combines gently drifting melodies with lush atmospheres. Bandcamp New & Notable May 22, 2023