Richard Skelton is an acclaimed British musician, composer, and producer, whose evocative work is deeply entwined with themes of nature, landscape, and the passage of time. With a prolific output characterized by hauntingly beautiful strings, ambient soundscapes, and a meticulous attention to the textures of sound, Skelton has crafted a body of work that resonates with a sense of place and the history contained within it.

Skelton began releasing music in the mid-2000s, often with a focus on specific geographical regions and the emotional resonances of those areas. His discography includes titles such as "Border Ballads," which draws upon the history and folklore of the Anglo-Scottish border region, and "Limnology," which explores freshwater bodies and the diverse narratives that permeate them. Each release, from the meditative "These Charms May Be Sung Over A Wound" to the remixed echoes of "The Horse Is Prepared," reflects a deep engagement with the environment, whether through direct field recordings or the thematic undercurrents that inform his largely instrumental pieces. Skelton’s work is more than just music; it's an aural mapping of landscapes and human emotion, inviting listeners to journey through serene and rugged sonic terrains alike.

Genres

Drone

Mandible

Uk Experimental Electronic

Warm Drone

Latest Release

The Horse Is Prepared (Richard Skelton Remix)

Matthew Herbert•

London Contemporary Orchestra•

Richard Skelton

Single - Released November 15, 2023