In this engaging conversation, Rüfüs Du Sol members Tyrone Lindqvist, Jon George, and James Hunt discuss their decade-long journey in music, revealing their refined creative process shaped by wellness practices. They share the challenges of balancing parenthood and touring, emphasizing the need for personal recharge. The trio reflects on the excitement of their upcoming album, 'Inhale / Exhale,' and their thrilling festival preparations. They also delve into the emotional significance behind their Grammy win and the evolution of their sound in the ever-changing electronic music landscape.
Rüfüs Du Sol emphasizes refining communication and incorporating wellness practices like group therapy to enhance their creative collaboration.
As members age and start families, they discuss the importance of sustainable touring schedules that allow for personal time and recharge.
The trio explores evolving their sound by drawing inspiration from both iconic and contemporary artists, reflecting a commitment to growth.
Deep dives
Evolution of Communication and Wellness Practices
The trio discusses their journey of refining communication among members, emphasizing the importance of wellness practices. They have integrated techniques such as group therapy, breathwork, and establishing boundaries between work and personal life to improve their interactions. This approach has fostered a healthier dynamic, allowing them to maintain creativity while managing the pressures of touring and personal responsibilities. The shift towards prioritizing mental health has enhanced their collaborative process, ultimately benefiting their music production.
Balancing Touring with Family Life
As the members have grown older and started families, the dynamics of touring have significantly changed. One member highlights the need for sustainable touring schedules, advocating for breaks between extensive tour blocks to recharge and spend time with family. This more measured approach allows them to be present and fulfilled both on and off the stage, enhancing their overall performance energy. The balance has created a positive impact on the band's cohesion, contributing to their long-term success.
Creative Process and Collaboration
The band shares insights into their established creative processes, describing how internal communication fosters successful songwriting. They express that spontaneous ideas often solidify into songs during session jam periods, reflecting their deep trust in one another's instincts. Specific examples showcase moments when they collectively recognized a strong idea, leading to its further development. This collaborative environment allows them to experiment and push boundaries while staying true to their unique sound.
Musical Influences and Evolution of Sounds
The trio acknowledges the influence of both mainstream and underground electronic artists on their music. They reference iconic acts like Daft Punk and the Chemical Brothers, as well as contemporary producers such as Fortet and Jamie XX, highlighting their diverse range of inspirations. As the band progresses, their sound has matured, incorporating richer textures and darker undertones while still maintaining catchy hooks. This evolving sonic landscape illustrates their commitment to growth and exploration within their musical style.
Anticipation for New Album and Upcoming Tour
With their new album 'Inhale, Exhale' set for release, excitement is palpable as the band prepares for a world tour in 2025. They are eagerly testing new songs in live settings, noting how festival performances serve as valuable opportunities to gauge audience reactions. Their intent is to create a unique experience around each live show, adjusting setlists based on crowd energy and feedback. This proactive engagement with their audience underscores their dedication to creating memorable live performances.
"We're getting better at what we do." The Australian dance music trio discuss their longtime creative collaboration and their new album, Inhale / Exhale.
Australian electronic dance trio Rüfüs Du Sol—composed of the artists Tyrone Lindqvist, Jon George and James Hunt—is synonymous with catchy, vocal-led bangers. They've received a huge amount of success in more commercial and underground scenes in the more than 10 years that they've been active. In fact, they hit it big from their very first release, Atlas, which peaked at #1 in the Australian charts when it came out in 2013. In the years that have elapsed since, they have won a Grammy Award (and multiple nominations) and sold out stadium shows around the world.
In this Exchange, they talk to RA editor Gabriel Szatan in a closed door interview recorded at San Francisco's Portola Festival. The trio took a break from music-making for a period and even moved to different cities. Since they've reconvened, they've undertaken a number of measures to refine their inter-group communication, which has included wellness exercises, group therapy and breath work. They talk about this in some detail, as well as the realities of touring as they've gotten older and started having families. The time required to "fill their bucket" in between tours, as they say, is more critical than ever.
As an outfit that's worked together for a long time, they also reveal the intricacies of their now well established creative process, such as how they create internal momentum in songwriting, and their newest album, Inhale / Exhale, which they will tour throughout 2025. Listen to the episode in full.
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