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Obscure UK Drum Juggler's Debut Album Shakes Up Electronic Music Scene
10 Nov
Summary
- Planet Mu, a legendary UK electronic music label, releases debut album of obscure drum juggler Ship Sket
- Ship Sket's music blends genres like 140, bassline, grime, and experimental elements
- Album 'InitiatriX' showcases Ship Sket's facility with both experimental and club-oriented electronic music
In a move that is sure to intrigue electronic music fans, legendary UK label Planet Mu has released the debut album of obscure drum juggler Ship Sket. Founded by Mike Paradinas (aka μ-Ziq) in 1995, Planet Mu has established itself as a pillar for some of the UK's most deranged dance music, from Aphex Twin to Venetian Snares.
The label's 30th anniversary compilation earlier this year touched on various styles, but much of it felt defined by its older contributors. However, one track that stood out was "Dysentery" by 26-year-old English DJ Ship Sket (aka Josh Griffiths). As a DJ, Griffiths is known for pulverizing genres like 140, bassline, and grime, and his new album 'InitiatriX' showcases his facility with electronic music that is both genuinely experimental and built for the club.
Tracks like the opener "Frost Cake" and the title track demonstrate Ship Sket's ability to blend disparate elements, from crisp breakbeats and filthy distortion to apocalyptic gamelan beats and text-to-speech prose poems. Even the more overtly experimental tracks, like "Casting Call" featuring S280F, manage to maintain a sense of momentum and club-ready energy. With 'InitiatriX', Ship Sket has firmly established himself as an artist to watch in the UK's growing experimental electronic scene.
