Nil Hartman

[~]

by Nil Hartman

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Saint Sadrill Sick, heartfelt, puzzling and utterly beautiful EP. Thanks for the goose bumps, oui.

Dave Elton Wonderful sound design that contrasts lush melodic sounds with assertive, rich leads all with a unique control and performance style. Favorite track: Nonymous.

Elliott Watson Enveloping synths, engaging and organic rhythms, immersive atmosphere, incredible tonal balance and an emotional, cinematic journey. [~] is cutting edge yet classic sounding. A truly stellar work. Favorite track: Clical.

meltedlife This is an incredible collection of tracks that demonstrate Nil's complete mastery of his craft. The stunning crystalline sound design is accompanied by a warmth that can only be captured via a live, interactive human performance. Emotionally, sonically and cognitively engaging in equal measures

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[~] marks a stunning new beginning for French artist Nil Hartman. The record combines a warm sense of improvisation with a sleek computer music aesthetic.

Hartman created [~] through livecoding, an approach using text commands in a programming language to compose and perform music in realtime. What you hear on the record is raw, unedited, one-take recordings. Hartman explains: “These versions are unique, I’ll never be able (or willing!) to play them identically.” The astonishing result is not only a technical tour-de-force but a profoundly emotional journey.

The French artist previously enjoyed early success touring Europe festivals with melody-driven club bangers. Following a complete overhaul of his studio craft through a decade of secluded experiments, he now emerges with a deeply personal approach to electronic music.

[~] was recorded live on July 12th and July 30th, 2020. All tracks arranged and performed in realtime using algorithmic langage Tidal Cycle. All sounds generated in realtime using various types of synthesis. The record was mixed and mastered by the artist.

Infinite love and gratitude to LC, Emaël, Siam and familly, Géraud, Pierre, Kevin, Mondkopf, Jb Hanak, Melted Self and Nicolas Bougaïeff. [~] is dedicated to Louisiane.

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released March 5, 2021

Written, performed and engineered by Nil Hartman.
Artwork by NH.

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Nil Hartman Lyon, France

Computer musician, mastering engineer and Ableton Certified Trainer.

Founding member of 3OP.

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[~]

Mar 2021
Ellipses

Nov 2016
Le coeur sur le pied

Jan 2015
30

Jul 2014
NH Archives 2008/2009

Dec 2012

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