Hexstatic

Hexstatic, the duo of Stuart Warren Hill and Robin Brunson, represents the vanguard of the audio-visual movement within the UK electronic scene. Emerging from the Ninja Tune collective in 1997, they filled the void left by the multimedia group Hex.

Their sound identity is defined by 'audio-visual electro,' a style where sound and image are composed simultaneously. This approach was famously demonstrated in their collaboration with Coldcut on the 'Natural Rhythms Trilogy,' specifically the track 'Timber,' which used sampled video of logging to create a rhythmic environmental critique. Career-wise, they transitioned from VJing and producing visuals for parties to becoming pioneers of integrated media, even influencing the development of hardware like the Pioneer DVJ-X1. Their discography, notably 'Rewind' and 'Master-View,' often includes DVD components and 3D glasses, emphasizing their commitment to a total sensory experience. Critically, they are respected as technical innovators who bridged the gap between the dancefloor and the art gallery, influencing a generation of VJs and electronic producers who view music as a component of a larger visual narrative.