The Heliocentrics are a London-based collective whose experimental musical endeavors embrace a wide spectrum of sound, crossing the boundaries of funk, jazz, electronic music, and psychedelic rock. Formed in the late 1990s by drummer Malcolm Catto and bassist Jake Ferguson, the group has consistently pushed the envelope of contemporary music, often incorporating traditional global music with modern recording techniques and avant-garde sensibilities. Their evolving lineup has included a diverse array of musicians and collaborators, ensuring a dynamic and ever-changing sonic landscape.

Over the years, The Heliocentrics have distinguished themselves with their unique approach to music-making, often characterized by obscure time signatures, hypnotic grooves, and an innovative use of vintage instruments and studio effects. Noteworthy releases like "Telemetric Sounds" and "Infinity Of Now" showcase their hallmark sound, which integrates moody, atmospheric layers with pulsating rhythms and spontaneous improvisation. Aside from their own influential studio albums, they've been acknowledged for their evocative film scores, such as "The Sunshine Makers" Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, which further cements their reputation as maestros of multi-dimensional, cinematic soundscapes. The Heliocentrics' continuous exploration and redefinition of musical frontiers align them with some of the most pioneering figures in the history of music.

Genres

Afrobeat

British Jazz

Psychedelic Jazz Fusion

Related Artists

Karl Hector & The Malcouns

The Natural Yogurt Band

Whitefield Brothers

Mr. Chop

The Sorcerers

Malcom Catto

Shabaka and the Ancestors

Mulatu Astatke

Ill Considered

The Gaslamp Killer

Sven Wunder

Tony Allen

Latest Release

Legna

The Gaslamp Killer•

The Heliocentrics

Album - 12 Tracks - Released May 19, 2023