pastyear

Past Year is a British electronic music duo composed of composers Martin Gonder and Marc Scalzi. The duo is best known for their music released on the Mute Records subsidiary, Past Year Records. They formed in 2011 and released their debut single, "Lostc.serialised" in 2013. Past Year's music is characterized by its introspective and melancholic tone, often featuring elements of ambient and techno.

Their debut studio album, Closet Computers, was released in 2016 to critical acclaim, with numerous music critics praising the duo's unique blend of electronic and orchestral elements. The album featured collaborations with British musician, sound designer and artist Stefan Lemer. Throughout their career, Past Year has received comparisons to electronic and experimental artists such as Thom Yorke, Burial, and James Blake.

Past Year's music often deals with themes of isolation, urbanity and the human condition. Their songs frequently incorporate atmospheric soundscapes, synthesized textures and melodic grooves, with a strong emphasis on creating a sonic sense of place. Their work often explores the intersection of technology and emotional experience. Past Year has released their music on labels such as Mute and Zone Music, often implementing experimental and cutting-edge production techniques.

The duo has remained largely low-key and avoided traditional media and live performances, preferring to focus on the creative process and composition. As a result, Past Year remains a relatively underground and enigmatic figure in the electronic music scene, allowing them to maintain a level of control over their artistic vision and creative process.

The artists continue to produce music under the Past Year banner, pushing the boundaries of electronic music and sonic experimentation.