Sunroof (UK) Gareth Jones, Daniel Miller

Sunroof is a British duo consisting of Daniel Miller, founder of Mute Records (1951), and Gareth Jones (1954), a renowned producer and sound engineer who has worked with bands like Depeche Mode, Wire, and Erasure. Their collaboration, which began in the 1980s during Depeche Mode’s recording sessions, evolved through sound experiments and remixes for artists like Can and Goldfrapp. In 2021, they released Electronic Music Improvisations Volume 1, marking the beginning of a series of experimental and improvised electronic music albums, based on improvisations with modular synthesizers, recorded without complex overdubs. This approach aims to capture the essence of the creative moment, with tracks reflecting a balance between electronic tradition and modernity. Their works combine drones, rhythmic sequences, and timbral modulations that range from analog minimalism to digital experimentation. The creative intent behind these productions was designed as such: each session should be completed within a set time frame and result in concise, powerful compositions. Their albums explore soundscapes that evoke influences from electronic pioneers like Delia Derbyshire and Morton Subotnick, bridging the past and present of synthetic music. Sunroof represents a rare example of dedication to creative freedom, producing music that challenges genre conventions and celebrates the beauty of improvisation. Their works offer a sonic experience that combines timbral exploration, musical craftsmanship, and a deep connection to the history of electronics.