Artist description lxl (pronounced "el ex el") is the compositional outlet of lx, with the recent instrumental assistance of Duckworth McKay. It has evolved into a marriage of distortive electronic manipulation, classical orchestral and piano compositions, and live instrumentation with a dark aesthetic, and a generally emotional and moody atmosphere. lxl is about aural catharsis, and emerging from negativity with newfound clarity.

Music Style Dark, distorted and heavily processed moody compositions.

Musical Influences Aphex Twin, Autechre, Coil, The Cure, Dead Voices On Air, Download, Nine Inch Nails, The Sisters of Mercy, Skinny Puppy, The Tear Garden, Tori Amos.

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Artist History lxl began in 1996, and has seen several incarnations since. Many pieces of software are, and have been, employed, including applications written by lx in 1996 and 1997 for basic sequencing purposes. In 1999, lx enlisted the assistance of Duckworth McKay, previously of various experimental noise projects, to introduce more organic textures to the mix with his guitar and bass experience.

Group Members lxl is lx, with recent assistance from Duckworth McKay.

Instruments PC based sound-manipulation, piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, electric guitar.

Albums thema infantia, thema ex hiberna

Press Reviews "Thine Eyes, SpineFolder, Violet Arcana and lxl excel" -- Alternative Press ***"Finishing up the Undercurrent CD is lxl, a dark track with a Trance like piano. Striking orchestral hits makes this ending track attractive." -- RAW42 ***"lxl is another great track with False Illumination. Soft, dark, synth laden, blended with harmonic classical treated vocals." -- Last Sigh

Location Portland, OR - USA

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