Hybrid (Welsh band)
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| Background information | |
| Also known as | Hybrid Scores |
| Origin | London, England |
| Genres | Electronica, trip hop, breakbeat, progressive house, big beat, film score, electro-classical |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Labels |
Distinct'ive Kinetic (former US label) Hope Recordings Kill City Recordings |
| Website | [4], [5], |
| Members | Mike Truman Charlotte James |
| Past members | Chris Healings Lee Mullin Adam Taylor |
Hybrid are a British electronic music group previously based in Swansea, Wales, now based in Worcestershire, comprising Mike Truman and Charlotte James. Beginning in 1995, Mike Truman and previous band member Chris Healings were primarily known as a breakbeat collective, although they overlapped considerably with progressive house and trance. However, the band are now taking a more structured approach to song writing, with the addition of Charlotte James contributing to the writing and vocal process and developing their work in film scores and film music production. Hybrid are considered pioneers of the electronic genre, and have produced four studio albums, all garnering critical acclaim. They are known for their cinematic approach to their production, specifically with the use of orchestral sounds, which is particularly notable on their debut album Wide Angle when they collaborated with the Russian Federal Orchestra. Also over their career, they have produced over 100 remixes for over 40 artists. In 2015, Chris Healings left the group to concentrate on a solo career in sound design and DJing. Hybrid have provided over 100 remixes for over 100 artists including U2, Moby, Rob Dougan, R.E.M., The Future Sound of London.
Hybrid released their first album, Wide Angle, in 1999 – a combination of progressive house and nu skool breaks with vocals and symphonic textures. They hired the Russian Federal Orchestra for the string sections. Julee Cruise supplied many of the vocals for Wide Angle. The album was produced and written by the duo along with the third original band member, Lee Mullin. The music's cinematic feel and scope have led to comparisons with Massive Attack and Underworld. Hybrid also supported Moby during a live tour in 2000.
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