Monokle

Monokle is the brainchild of Russian electronic producer Grigory Smirnov, a Saint Petersburg-based artist crafting immersive, genre-blurring soundscapes since the late 2000s. Known for stitching together downtempo grooves, IDM intricacies, and ambient warmth, his music feels like a late-night walk through foggy streets—moody, textured, and dotted with flickering melodic details. Over the years, he’s released projects through labels like Symbolic Interaction and Monoscope, exploring everything from glitchy rhythms to introspective synth work, with tracks like "Blow" and "Lowland" showcasing his knack for balancing experimental edges with hypnotic accessibility.

While keeping a relatively low profile, Monokle’s work has built a cult following among electronic music enthusiasts who appreciate his cinematic approach. He occasionally collaborates with artists like Pavel Dovgal, adding organic instrumentation to his digital palette. Whether through standalone singles or full albums, Monokle’s music invites listeners into a world where machines hum with soul and beats pulse like a nervous system—proof that electronic music can feel deeply human even at its most synthetic.