Toydrum

Toydrum is a British electronic duo consisting of Pablo Clements and James Griffith, both former key members of the influential collective UNKLE. Formed in 2011, the project represents a refinement of the 'big beat meets cinematic rock' aesthetic they helped pioneer.

Their sound identity is defined by a sophisticated use of analog hardware, live instrumentation, and a heavy emphasis on rhythmic drive. Unlike many of their contemporaries who moved toward EDM or pop-oriented electronica, Toydrum leaned into the darker, more atmospheric side of the UK electronic scene, drawing heavily from trip-hop, industrial, and post-punk. They have carved out a significant niche in the world of film and television scoring, providing the sonic backbone for projects like 'Prevenge', 'Three Pines', and 'Timestalker'. This work has influenced their non-soundtrack releases, resulting in music that feels inherently visual and episodic. Critically, they are regarded as masters of mood-setting, often compared to artists like Massive Attack or Trent Reznor for their ability to create immersive, slightly menacing sonic worlds. Their influence web connects the 90s trip-hop explosion to modern darkwave and cinematic electronics.