Li Yilei

Li Yilei is a London-based conceptual artist and composer whose work exists at the intersection of sound art, performance, and experimental electronics. Born in China and later moving to the UK, Yilei's perspective is deeply informed by themes of non-duality, sensory perception, and the beauty of the 'unabled' or imperfect form.

Their sound identity is characterized by a meticulous use of foley and found objects, often integrated with minimalist piano and granular synthesis. Unlike many ambient artists who aim for a seamless 'wash' of sound, Yilei emphasizes the tactile and the discrete, creating compositions that feel like sonic collages of physical reality. Their career arc has seen a steady progression from the raw, object-oriented explorations of '0:00' to the more structured, yet still highly experimental, 'NONAGE'. Critically, Yilei is recognized as a leading voice in the 'new ambient' scene, frequently grouped with artists like Patricia Wolf and Rachika Nayar for their ability to imbue electronic music with profound emotional vulnerability and physical presence. They are the founder of the NON DUAL collective, further cementing their role as a curator and community builder within the experimental music landscape.