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Biography of A Guy Called Gerald
Since the 80's Manchester UK native 'A Guy Called Gerald', born Gerald Simpson, has proven to be among the most innovative modern music figures. His influence is international, and through his versatility he has spawned genres and generations of music culture. From his early experimentation with techno and acid house to his groundbreaking contributions to Drum'n'Bass, Simpson's art and craft has perpetually evolved regardless of his individual successes in each of those genres.
In the early to mid eighties, Manchester dancefloors at clubs like Legends and Wigan Pier were vibing to jazz-funk, jazz-fusion and later electro and 14 year old Gerald took full advantage hitting the dancefloors at night while studying contemporary dance by day. But later when electro-funk, breaking and b-boy culture fully hit the UK he left collecge to immerse himself in the music. He began rigging analogue and drum machines up together making his own formations.
His first creative efforts were in The Hit Squad, a Manchester hip hop collective. There was one release, 'Wax On The Melt' before Simpson, Massey and Price formed 808 State. It was a brief collaboration resulting in the album 'Newbuild' and co-writing their biggest hit 'Pacific State' (although not credited until later after a court battle). But by then, he had gone solo, releasing the album Hot Lemonade and unwillingly scoring a Top 20 smash worldwide with the seminal 'Voodoo Ray' - the track cited by many as the first to put British House music firmly on the map.
In 1992, following a brief period signed with major label CBS/Sony resulting in his 2nd album 'Automannik', he discovered the glory of breakbeats and began releasing a series of genre defining records on his own Juice Box Records label. The first singles were compiled and released on the LP '28 Gun Bad Boy'. 'If there was a blueprint for what would transform rave into jungle/techno then this is it' Simon Reynolds said in Melody Maker at the time.
After moving the label to London in 1995 he followed up that year with the critically acclaimed album 'Black Secret Technology' incorporating Goldie and the vocals of Finley Quaye. A busy period followed performing around the globe spreading the Drum'n'Bass sound, touring with Tricky and working with the likes of Flora Purim and David Bowie. In 1998 he closed the label and moved operations to New York.
In 2000 came Essence (!K7 Records) an experiment in transforming the sterotypically aggressive Drum'n'Bass sound into soulful arrangements. It featured musicians such as Lady Kier, Louise Rhodes, David Simpson and the singer/songwriter Wendy Page. The UK's Guardian newspaper described it as 'a perfect synthesis of Gerald's rhythmic technique and soulful Drum'n'Bass.... a triumph'. He took a live band on the road in 2001 touring the US and Europe jamming live the Essence sound. Other projects followed; a remix for the soundtrack to the movie 'Requiem For A Dream' and 'Black Gravity', a collaboration with Bill Laswell and Herbie Hancock.
In 2002 he moved back to Europe and disappeared deep into the studio to finish his next album. His 7th album 'To All Things What They Need' was released January 31st 2005 on www.k7.com !K7 Records. Recorded between London and Berlin, the album features the poetry of Ursula Rucker and long time collaborator Finley Quaye. If there's a dominant style on this album, it's atmospheres - the opening track American Cars is left beatless, Tajeen combines tabla percussions with electronic beats and acid sounds. Strangest Changes featuring Finley Quaye is a return to his urban drum n bass roots. All tracks are soacked in deep sounds, fragments of digital soul breathing a unique spirituality.
Finally 2005 also sees Gerald launching once again his own label: SUGOI Recordings. The first release, 'Flo-ride' is due out 5th September 2005.
http://www.myspace.com/aguycalledgerald
In the early to mid eighties, Manchester dancefloors at clubs like Legends and Wigan Pier were vibing to jazz-funk, jazz-fusion and later electro and 14 year old Gerald took full advantage hitting the dancefloors at night while studying contemporary dance by day. But later when electro-funk, breaking and b-boy culture fully hit the UK he left collecge to immerse himself in the music. He began rigging analogue and drum machines up together making his own formations.
His first creative efforts were in The Hit Squad, a Manchester hip hop collective. There was one release, 'Wax On The Melt' before Simpson, Massey and Price formed 808 State. It was a brief collaboration resulting in the album 'Newbuild' and co-writing their biggest hit 'Pacific State' (although not credited until later after a court battle). But by then, he had gone solo, releasing the album Hot Lemonade and unwillingly scoring a Top 20 smash worldwide with the seminal 'Voodoo Ray' - the track cited by many as the first to put British House music firmly on the map.
In 1992, following a brief period signed with major label CBS/Sony resulting in his 2nd album 'Automannik', he discovered the glory of breakbeats and began releasing a series of genre defining records on his own Juice Box Records label. The first singles were compiled and released on the LP '28 Gun Bad Boy'. 'If there was a blueprint for what would transform rave into jungle/techno then this is it' Simon Reynolds said in Melody Maker at the time.
After moving the label to London in 1995 he followed up that year with the critically acclaimed album 'Black Secret Technology' incorporating Goldie and the vocals of Finley Quaye. A busy period followed performing around the globe spreading the Drum'n'Bass sound, touring with Tricky and working with the likes of Flora Purim and David Bowie. In 1998 he closed the label and moved operations to New York.
In 2000 came Essence (!K7 Records) an experiment in transforming the sterotypically aggressive Drum'n'Bass sound into soulful arrangements. It featured musicians such as Lady Kier, Louise Rhodes, David Simpson and the singer/songwriter Wendy Page. The UK's Guardian newspaper described it as 'a perfect synthesis of Gerald's rhythmic technique and soulful Drum'n'Bass.... a triumph'. He took a live band on the road in 2001 touring the US and Europe jamming live the Essence sound. Other projects followed; a remix for the soundtrack to the movie 'Requiem For A Dream' and 'Black Gravity', a collaboration with Bill Laswell and Herbie Hancock.
In 2002 he moved back to Europe and disappeared deep into the studio to finish his next album. His 7th album 'To All Things What They Need' was released January 31st 2005 on www.k7.com !K7 Records. Recorded between London and Berlin, the album features the poetry of Ursula Rucker and long time collaborator Finley Quaye. If there's a dominant style on this album, it's atmospheres - the opening track American Cars is left beatless, Tajeen combines tabla percussions with electronic beats and acid sounds. Strangest Changes featuring Finley Quaye is a return to his urban drum n bass roots. All tracks are soacked in deep sounds, fragments of digital soul breathing a unique spirituality.
Finally 2005 also sees Gerald launching once again his own label: SUGOI Recordings. The first release, 'Flo-ride' is due out 5th September 2005.
http://www.myspace.com/aguycalledgerald
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Oct 14, 2006