Humans are a Vancouver-based electronic duo consisting of Robbie Slade and Peter Ricq, formed in 2010. They emerged during the peak of the indietronica movement, successfully blending the DIY ethos of indie rock with the technical precision of house and synth-pop.
Their sound identity is defined by the juxtaposition of Slade's folk-influenced vocal delivery and Ricq's background in visual arts and electronic production. This combination resulted in a discography that ranges from the raw, club-ready energy of 'Avec Mes Mecs' to the more sophisticated, narrative-driven textures of 'Noontide'. Culturally, they occupy a significant space in the Canadian electronic scene, often associated with the West Coast's vibrant indie-dance community. Critical consensus highlights their ability to maintain emotional resonance within a dance-music framework, a feat that has earned them Juno Award nominations. Their influence web connects the rhythmic experimentation of 90s trip-hop with the polished electropop of the 2010s, making them peers to acts like Gang Signs and Digits.
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