Name: Gravity
Brand: Ben Lukas Boysen

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Bonus disc: No

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CD-ERATP-084

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2016-06-10

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

4050486111673

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Ben Lukas Boysen

Genre US

Modern Composition

Label US

Erased Tapes

<p>Ben Lukas Boysen is a highly acclaimed artist known for his unique blend of electronic and classical music. With a background in sound design, he has developed a distinct style that combines intricate melodies with atmospheric textures. His compositions have been described as emotive and cinematic, creating immersive sonic landscapes that captivate listeners.</p>

<p>Influenced by artists such as *Ocoeur*, *36*, and *Subheim*, Boysen's music takes listeners on a journey through various moods and emotions. Drawing inspiration from both the natural world and the human experience, his tracks are rich in depth and complexity.</p>

<p>Collaborating with renowned performers like *Rival Consoles* and *A Winged Victory for the Sullen*, Boysen has garnered critical acclaim for his ability to seamlessly merge different musical elements. His work has been featured in films, commercials, and contemporary dance performances, further solidifying his reputation as an innovative composer.</p>

Spanning over ten years, Erased Tapes has nurtured avant-garde artists from all around the world whilst remaining a genre-defying and truly independent label.

Founded by German-born Robert Raths in 2007, the London-based label has grown and extended across the world, establishing satellite offices in Los Angeles and Berlin. 2015 saw BBC 6 Music radio presenter Mary Anne Hobbs stage a sold out Erased Tapes evening featuring Nils Frahm and A Winged Victory For The Sullen at the Royal Albert Hall as part of the prestigious BBC Prom series. Shortly after Erased Tapes was awarded Best Small Label at the 2015 AIM Awards.

With a current roster including the likes of <a href="https://roughtrade.com/us/artist/nils-frahm">Nils Frahm</a>, <a href="https://roughtrade.com/us/artist/peter-broderick">Peter Broderick</a>, <a href="https://roughtrade.com/us/artist/hogni">Högni</a>, <a href="https://roughtrade.com/us/artist/penguin-cafe">Penguin Cafe</a>, and <a href="https://roughtrade.com/us/artist/kiasmos">Kiasmos</a>, the label continues to go from strength to strength.

Rough Trade's Emily Waller sat down with Robert to talk about the history of the label, as well as some of his favorite projects so far:

To celebrate Erased Tapes being our Label Focus, we have the following special editions available now at Rough Trade, all purchases also come with a free Erased Tapes CD sampler:

<a href="https://roughtrade.com/us/music/all-melody">Double LP plus Rough Trade Exclusive LP <i>Encores 1</i> featuring 5 extra tracks. Comes housed in a tip-on sleeve with photograph including 12-page photo booklet and download code. Limited Edition - One Off Pressing.</a>

<a href="https://roughtrade.com/us/music/two-trains">LP+ - Rough Trade Exclusive. 250 Copies only on Transparent Green Vinyl with Download.</a>

Label Focus - Erased Tapes

The first album Ben recorded under his own name, merging programmed piano pieces with live instruments, combining the controllable technical world and the often unpredictable aspects of live improvisation. From 'Only In The Dark' to the two movements of 'Nocturne', it's a serious, solemn listen. And yet, with pieces like 'To The Hills' and 'Eos', 'Gravity' is an exploration of heights, cliffs and vertigoes. With piano lines and choir-like drones, this record suits its title in all its meanings, as the magnetic force takes us deeper towards the core. Marking a new beginning, this debut reveals a touching, and more melodic side to Ben's body of work, which he previously only hinted at as HECQ.