Cut Copy

Cut Copy is a celebrated electronic music outfit from Melbourne, Australia, that has been blending indie sensibilities with dance-floor-ready beats since their formation in 2001. The brainchild of DJ and graphic designer Dan Whitford, Cut Copy began as a solo project before expanding to include other members: Tim Hoey on guitar, Ben Browning on bass guitar, and Mitchell Scott on drums. With a sound that draws from a wide range of influences including synth-pop, shoegaze, and post-punk, they swiftly made a name for themselves in the indie electronic scene.

Their early work garnered them an underground following, but it was with their sophomore album, "In Ghost Colours," released in 2008, that they truly broke into the mainstream, with the record reaching Platinum status in Australia. Cut Copy's signature sound—a mix of retro synths, driving basslines, and anthemic choruses—has proven to be both malleable and timelessly appealing, allowing them to maintain a prominent spot in the evolving landscape of electronic music. Their most recent work continues this tradition, with 2020's "Freeze, Melt" adding a more contemplative and textured approach to their repertoire, met with remixes that reinfuse the tracks with dance-oriented energy. Despite their growth and experimentation, Cut Copy has remained true to their roots, crafting music that aims to create an immersive experience for listeners and concertgoers alike.