Exploring the Thematic Depth of 'Inhale, Exhale'

This chapter explores the creative journey behind the album 'Inhale, Exhale,' highlighting the evolution of a track and how thematic elements shape the overall project. It also discusses an innovative listening session that integrated breathwork, which inspired both the album title and the concept of cyclical breathing throughout the music.

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John sits down with indie-dance trio RÜFÜS DU SOL to discuss how they wrote, recorded and produced their most recent album ‘Inhale / Exhale’.

Hailing from Sydney, Rüfüs Du Sol—comprised of Tyrone Lindqvist, Jon George, and James Hunt—joined together in 2010 through a shared passion for electronic music. Since their formation, they have evolved from local talents to global dance music icons, through their immersive blend of melodic and atmospheric sounds. With five chart-topping albums to their name, they have embarked on global tours, performed at renowned festivals like Coachella and Lollapalooza, and won a GRAMMY Award for Best Dance/Electronic Recording in 2022.

Today, they join us from each side of the US to dig into their latest project, ‘Inhale / Exhale’. As well as reflecting on their ever-changing writing processes, they explore the production techniques at the heart of their sound, sharing insights on distorting Tyrone’s vocals, gating, and having ‘bass wars’ to work out the best parts.

Tracks discussed: Pressure, Fire / Desire, Exhale

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