Electronic · Active since 2007

Legiac

Liquid analog synths and intricate glitch rhythms that feel like exploring a sunken laboratory. Deeply emotive IDM for late-night focus and solitary reflection.

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Legiac is a collaborative electronic project consisting of the Dutch duo Funckarma (Don and Roel Funcken) and Cor Bolten. The project represents a sophisticated fusion of the Funcken brothers' signature intricate, glitch-heavy IDM production with Bolten's mastery of vintage analog synthesis and cinematic sound design.

Their sound identity is characterized by 'heartbreaking' synthesizer pads, liquid textures, and a rhythmic approach that balances punchy, forward-moving beats with micro-edited sonic debris. Since their debut with 'Mings Feaner' in 2007, Legiac has occupied a specific niche in the electronic world, often associated with labels like Sending Orbs and Delsin. Their work is frequently cited for its high production values and its ability to evoke a sense of 'unearthly' mystery. Critically, they are viewed as masters of the 'warm' IDM school, bridging the gap between ambient soundscapes and complex electronica. Their influence is felt most strongly among collectors of high-fidelity electronic music and fans of the 'Roel Funcken' production aesthetic, which emphasizes dense layering and spatial depth.

Our Catalog5 Albums · 2007 · 2023
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