LA-based Memory Cult provides an interesting view to his unique electronic sound on ‘Pityful’
Ahead of the release of his debut full length, LA’s Memory Cult showcases his distinguished and captivating electronic sensibilities on latest offering ‘Pityful’.
The track is a shining light on the tetchy and often uncomfortable sound that the artist possesses. Harking back to the more innovative and subversive work in the back catalogues of artists such as Muse and Radiohead, albeit with a more restrained, brooding sound, ‘Pityful’ is a memorable electronic number that will crawl under your skin, and leave you eagerly awaiting the release of the artists debut full length, due in March.
“This record was created in response a series of personal (mental illness) and professional (band breakup) upsets as well as in reaction to social and political conflicts of the last year,” he explains of the upcoming LP. “It was created using a series of in studio performances that were then resampled and layered continuously to create what I have been referring to as a ‘collage album.'”
