Bola

Bola is the moniker of British electronic musician Darrell Fitton, who has been a significant figure in the IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) scene since the mid-90s. Emerging from the same fertile Manchester scene that produced acts like Autechre and Boards of Canada, Fitton is known for his melodic synth lines, complex rhythms, and a palpable sense of emotion that courses through his electronic compositions. His music often blends elements of ambient textures with heavier beat-driven tracks, maintaining an accessible humanity amidst the machinery of his soundscapes.

Bola's discography is marked by a steady progression and refinement of his unique sound. Notable albums such as "Soup" and "Fyuti" display his ability to interweave lush melodies with pulsating beats and atmospheric depth, which have earned him a dedicated following within the electronic music community. After a period of relative silence, Fitton made a welcomed return with the album "D.E.G," released in 2017 on the influential Skam Records. This return to form reaffirmed Bola's standing as a revered stalwart of IDM, showcasing his timeless ability to push the boundaries of electronic music while remaining true to his emotive, intricate roots.

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D.E.G
Album - 10 Tracks - Released May 26, 2017
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  1. May 26, 2017
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    D.E.G
    10 tracks
  2. June 18, 2007
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    Shapes
    9 tracks
  4. November 29, 2004
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    Gnayse
    10 tracks
  5. January 1, 2002
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    Fyuti
    10 tracks
  6. February 14, 2000
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    Mauver
    4 tracks
  7. March 1, 1998
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    Soup
    10 tracks
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    One
    4 tracks
  1. May 26, 2017
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    D.E.G
    10 tracks
  2. June 18, 2007
  3. September 1, 2006
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    Shapes
    9 tracks
  4. November 29, 2004
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    Gnayse
    10 tracks
  5. January 1, 2002
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    Fyuti
    10 tracks
  6. February 14, 2000
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    Mauver
    4 tracks
  7. March 1, 1998
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    Soup
    10 tracks
  8. June 1, 1995
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    One
    4 tracks