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 The music of Crave is best described as
moody tech-house though its influences run deep through
the history of electronic music and the concept of sound
synthesis itself. Crave is Mark Thibideau of
Toronto, Canada. Mark has been developing his craft and
his musical perception since the age of thirteen, which
helps explain his advanced ability to create such an
exquisite selection of sound moods. Beginning with
Kraftwerk, and Depeche Mode, and later catching on to the
sounds of labels such as Plus 8, WARP, and Chain
Reaction, Mark developed through several different
musical projects to become Crave. As Mood 27, Mark and
his twin brother Matthew explored the idea of synthesized
music without formula. Later, with the group Waxbean
Orchard, the brothers developed their ability to write
structured songs, transforming their 'Mood 27' by
incorporating conventional instruments and a female
vocalist. Mark is also currently developing his ambient
works under the appropriate guise - 'Sedative'. Mark sees
his Crave project as the initial outlet for his entire
musical vision, which runs through hard techno,
experimental drum n bass, and freeform ambient music -
always deep and always within context. Perhaps the best
way to understand this vision is to experience Crave's
self titled 12” vinyl release on Woodwork Recordings
(WOOD1204), where dance floor tracks meet
their ambient counterparts, creating a truly original
setting for house music. A sound that lies in
undiscovered territory yet provides a glimpse of what the
future holds for tech-house. Check out Crave's live
cassette release entitled "10:07:09", also
available on Woodwork Recordings (WOODCS05) or catch Crave’s live show
to experience first hand - electronic music in its most
complex simplicity. |
