Chuurch

When whispers of their name first emerged early in 2016, it caught the attention of many. This mysterious duo materialized out of a murky cloud of intrigue, establishing themselves as trendsetters in electronic music.

After a chance meeting, Jeff Wilson and Justin MacLean started collaborating on production not knowing what would soon come of it. While both have a long history as solo producers and prolific live solo performers, working in a partnership was something neither had done before. As artists, their approach has been one of refinement, taking years of time to reflect on who they are and what they want to become. Unlike so many artists, who find their sound along the way, Chuurch took the time ahead of launching their project to create something immediately-recognizable. What’s left is a sound that can be picked out from between thousands and thousands of artists within the first couple of seconds. Hate it or love it, Chuurch is Chuurch.

Within a musical generation defined by duplicability and run by colorless artistry, the redeeming qualities of musicians have boiled down to attitude, intent, and artistic self-confidence. Chuurch embody these characteristics without exaggeration; there is foresight in the actions they take, and tenacity in the music they produce. Patient and calculated, Chuurch has been successfully challenging the status quo with their uncommon approach to making music.

Chuurch’s signature sound, commonly referred to as "Lean Bass" by their modest but devout fanbase, is a melting pot of influence, drawing equally from past and present. Their drum work and vocal sampling is evocative of the MPC2000 days, driving over basslines that feel like they should have been sequenced in a late '90s basement. It's a unique mixture of two completely contrasting musical identities which stem from Hip Hop and Bass Music influences. Tonally and compositionally, their choices are bold and eclectic, much in the vein of Boys Noize, Mr. Oizo, and even some of the darker sides of Justice. Still, the music is refreshing and relevant.

They put a focus on building their music around their live shows, and only playing their own productions in sets. Each track is crafted to fill a unique space as one part of a larger set piece. Chuurch only play strictly their own compositions in their live sets, meaning the live performances are always driving the inspiration when writing.

Their sound and selective live appearances have catapulted Chuurch forward, building a strong fan base who call themselves The UUnion. Each show is a powerful mix of primal energy and positive vibes leaving on lookers with more questions than answers....