(((10)))

10, now officially (((10))), is a Seoul-based experimental electronic duo.  Drawing equally from keytarist/sound manipulator Marqido's noise background (he's Japanese, what do you expect?)  and vocalist/keyboardist/quirky sound maker (bird whistles, deflating balloon loops, etc.) Itta's electronic/pop-based work, (((10))) frequently moves back and forth between piercing feedback, danceable electro-pop, and droned-out synth loops.  The highlight of it all is Itta's vocal work, which she comfortably adapts to the changes in the music - at times cute, at times powerful, at times trance-inducing.  Their integration of electronic beats and drone, combined with Itta's mesmerizing vocals, brings to mind groups like Excepter and more recent Growing.  While a bit of their more experimental tendencies have been sacrificed on the recorded output in favor of tighter, song-based structure, the albums are none-the-less enjoyable, unique, and alot of fun.  I really can't stress how much I dig these guys.  Here is an early self-release and their first official release.  Enjoy!

 UFO (2007)

Nomad (2008, YOGIGA Records)