Mark Pritchard aka Harmonic 313 - Dirtbox EP

Troubleman, (late 90's and still going) is a solo project that was very much embraced by the broken beat and early garage scene, thanks to distribution from the Brazilian influenced label Far Out. Harmonic 33 (2000 - ) is perhaps Mark's most esoteric imprint with its exotica sci-fi sound. The project which evolved into a full length radiophonic workshop album for Warp was later famously sampled by Madlib.

Mark is without a doubt unique in his talents, producing such a breath taking range of revered music and his influence on the UK scene can not been denied. "I am always inspired by hearing new sounds, it has always been what keeps me going. I suppose that it the same when I make music, I want to hear something different and futuristic, I also look to the past as well, but try and take things forward if I can. That's what music is about for me."

His impact has been far reaching as his list of admirers demonstrate: Daft Punk, Richie Hawtin, Gilles Peterson, Kenny Dope and Jazzy Jeff to name but a few and apparently it is whilst listening to 7614 that the founders of the Big Chill festival came about with the idea.

Despite now living in Perth, Australia Mark delivers his own version of UK bass music, a valid statement that is sure to make an impact if his pristine record is anything to go by. Following on from this EP, look out for Harmonic 313 debut album When Machines Exceed Human Intelligence in February 2009.page << 1 2 3 >>