Humans (Canadian band)
Canadian indie electronic pop duo
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Humans are a Canadian indie electronic pop duo.[1]
Humans | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Genres | Electropop Synth-pop Indietronica Indie pop Electro |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Label | Hybridity Music |
| Members | Robbie Slade Peter Ricq |
| Website | dashumans.com |
History
Vancouver's Robbie Slade and Peter Ricq met in 2008, and started making music together in the summer of 2009.[1] They released a demo album in 2009.[2] In 2010, the duo released their first EP called Avec Mes Mecs, and produced a video for its title track.[3] Promotion through BIRP[4] (an indie music blog and monthly playlist) along with fan-made videos[5] ushered in the release of the official video in 2011.
Following up Avec Mes Mecs, the duo released their sophomore EP called Traps in 2012.[6] The release received high praise from publications such as DJ Mag, Exclaim!, and Resident Advisor.[7][8][9] A video for the song "Horizon" was premiered on Spinner.[10]
Techniques, technology, live performances
Humans have garnered a reputation for being a live act that is "full of unbelievable energy and ready to engage with the crowd."[11] Their visual presentation uses live audio input from their shows, allowing for improvisation in both their visual and audio performances.[12]
On tour, Humans have opened for Broken Social Scene, The Crystal Method, Junior Boys, and Clipse.[13]
Discography
Albums
| Year | Album details | Peak Chart Positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| !earshot Top 200 [14] |
!earshot Top 20 Electronic [15] | ||
| 2009 | Humans
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– | – |
| 2015 | NOONTIDE
|
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Extended plays
| Year | EP details | Peak Chart Positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| !earshot Top 200 [14] |
!earshot Top 20 Electronic [15] | ||
| 2010 | Avec Mes Mecs
|
62[16] | 18[17] |
| 2012 | Traps[6]
|
17[14] | 1[15] |
Singles
- "The End" (2011)
Remixes
- Yes Nice – "Horses" (2012)
- The Belle Game – "Wasted Light" (2012)
