Originating from Belgium, Soulwax is the long-running electronic project run by brothers Stephen and David Dewaele. I was lucky enough to see them live in Glasgow in 2018 and it still gives me chills thinking about it. Never had I seen such an intense live performance in terms of sound, lighting and showmanship. Sometimes I feel it’s rather a mixed blessing viewing a performance that is near perfect - it will always be incredibly difficult to top.
‘Krack’ is a great example of what Soulwax are all about - a unique combination of rock and electronica laden with pounding baselines and minimalistic vocal chops. I still remember my first time hearing this song, and nearly being knocked on my backside when that first bassline kicks in. One of my favourite electronic tracks by one of my favourite electronic outfits - it doesn’t get much better.
You can learn more about soulwax here
About the Curator: Hugh Kelly
Music was not something that seemed to initially come naturally to me. After a couple of unsuccessful choir auditions and a few unfruitful attempts at learning the piano in my younger years, my parents decided that perhaps I was just not musically inclined. It was very soon after this that I was given my first guitar at age 10 - an old Strat copy from the 70s with frets jutting out and tuning pegs rusting. Regardless of the state of the instrument, it sparked a profound interest which has only grown until the present day.
Fast forward to now, having just completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Composition and Performance from the University of Glasgow as well as a continuing career as a self-releasing musician, I am delighted to be joining the MusicTo team. Having seen streaming services from both the consumer and artist perspective, MusicTo certainly has the ability to provide great interest to both sides of this streaming dynamic.
