Artist description Two electronic musicians Steve Waters and Dave Smith decided to make some ambient electronic noises in a similar vane to their musical superiors Aphex Twin,Ozric Tentacles and Boards of Canada. Started out in late 1999 and completed debut album in June 2000.We record, write and produce all our own material in the luxury confines of Steves bedroom studio, with a steady supply of tea, biscuits and Guinness.

Music Style A mix of Ambient electronic music with a earthy dancey sound .

Musical Influences Ozric Tentacles, Depeche Mode, Pink Floyd, Stone Roses, Billy Bragg, Ian Brown,

Similar Artists Ozric Tentacles, Depeche Mode, Pink Floyd, Moby, Les Rythmn Digitales,Boards of Canada, Aphex Twin

Artist History Formed during the last few months of 1999 after Steve had finished his third album, "The Third Time Around"

Group Members Steve Waters and Dave Smith

Instruments Korg electribe, Red sound Darkstar, MD4 minidisc 4tracker, Yamaha CS2x, Mu10, Behringer DSP1000, Zoom 1201, Tascam 424mk3 multi-tracker, Amiga1200, Ovation electro-acoustic guitar,yamaha rm1x sequencer, Behringer Mixer

Albums The Call of The Wild, The Sound of the Universe

Press Reviews Zozzy of THE INDEPENDANT MUSICIANS COOPERATIVE SAID:Abor Essence sets up a straight 'n smooth groove which creates the base from which they take us on their exploration of the 'sounds of the universe'. There's a solid feel to this track that is lacking in many similiar offerings in the genre. Though it may not break many boundaries it creates a mood and maintains it throughout the whole six 1/2 minutes without drifting from hypnotic to monotonous.I was about to mention that some of the drum sounds (especially the electro-toms) seem a little dated for this style of music but then realized it's a refreshing change from the purely software-based sound that one hears too much of.I'm pretty sure I can hear that old workhorse, the Korg Wavestation in there - tastefully used I might add. The mix is clear & well-spaced, the levels just right (though I'd guess the bass might overwhelm a little on some systems) and comfortable on the ears.Fans of Salt Tank, Orbital & System 7 should find the right vibe in here.Summary: A solid, stable track though a bit more rhythmic experimentation could give it that certain edge.

Location Stafford, Staffordshire - United Kingdom

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