Album — Bunkr La
This project marks a significant evolution for the Brighton-based producer, James Dean, who operates under the moniker BUNKR. Moving away from the purely cosmic themes of his previous works like Graveyard Orbit , is a conceptual exploration of memory, landscape, and the hidden history of the UK’s free party culture. The Inspiration Behind the Sound
The album's visual identity continues BUNKR’s collaboration with Magic Torch, whose artwork captures the "natural beauty and mystique" of the ancient hills that inspired the music. Discography Context
: A standout track that recently received a video edit, capturing the album's visual aesthetic. bunkr la album
The core of the album is rooted in a specific, eerie event from 1993: a mysterious orb of light witnessed by the artist over the Surrey Hills . This sighting occurred near the Mullard Space Science Laboratory, adding a layer of scientific mystique to the record’s atmospheric textures.
: Driving rhythms that echo early rave sound systems. This project marks a significant evolution for the
: Expansive, lush synth pads that represent the rolling hills and open skies.
is the latest in a series of highly-regarded releases from BUNKR on the VLSI Records label: Discography Context : A standout track that recently
While the full tracklist maintains a "seamless flow" characteristic of BUNKR's work, specific highlights include:
: Featured on a companion EP, this track further explores the concept of temporal glitches and memory.
: A space-themed exploration often compared to the works of The Orb .