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Birth name | Chloé Herry |
Born | Paris, France | 12 August 1992
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Instrument(s) | Digital audio workstation |
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Website | www |
Chloé Herry[1] (born 12 August 1992),[2][3] known professionally as CloZee, is a French musician, DJ, and record producer. She is celebrated for her unique and organic blend of UK bass, glitch, dubstep, trap, and world music influences.
Early Life and Education
Chloé was born in Paris, France. At age 11 her family moved to Toulouse, France when her father took a job with Airbus. She developed an interest in the classical guitar and her parents enrolled her in classical-guitar lessons. After high school she signed up for a two-year audio-engineering program and discovered the music software FL Studio. She started to post and share her sounds on the internet.[4]
Musical Style
Early Career
CloZee's musical journey began with an exploration of glitch hop and UK bass, where she honed her skills and developed a distinctive style characterized by intricate melodies, complex rhythms, and a fusion of global sounds. Her early self-released work caught the attention of electronic music enthusiasts and record labels, alike -- especially Gravitas Records. In 2012 she released her first official EP on Gravitas, Dubious, as well as the Poetic Assassin EP shortly thereafter, paving the way for a promising career in the industry.
CloZinger: Collaborative Project with Scarfinger
CloZee's collaborative project with fellow artist Scarfinger, known as CloZinger, further highlights her versatility. The duo explores a fusion of glitchy beats and world music, creating a unique synergy that has resonated with fans. CloZinger's releases, such as Ovation and Forest Echo showcase a seamless blend of both artists' creative energies.
Debut Album: Evasion (2018)
In 2018, CloZee released her debut album, Evasion, which marked a significant milestone in her career. The album showcased her ability to seamlessly blend diverse elements, creating a sonic tapestry that captivated listeners worldwide. Tracks like "Spiral" and Red Forest exemplify the fusion of electronic beats with world music influences, establishing CloZee as a mainstay in the experimental bass and world bass scenes.
Evolution: Neon Jungle (2020)
CloZee continued to evolve her sound with the release of her second album, Neon Jungle, in 2020. The album further solidified her reputation as an innovative artist, exploring new sonic landscapes and pushing the boundaries of electronic music.Neon Jungle demonstrated CloZee's growth as a producer, with tracks like Us and Winter Is Coming showcasing her mastery of intricate soundscapes, and four collaborative tracks showing her versatility as an electronic music artist.
Latest Endeavor: Microworlds (2023)
In 2023, CloZee released her latest album, Microworlds, a testament to her ongoing artistic evolution. The album is about all the many subworlds that we inhabit. It delves into quieter territories with tracks like Courage and Contemplation while maintaining the signature elements that define CloZee's music with dancefloor-rattling tunes like Antares and Visions. This album truly showcases her ability to create immersive and otherworldly sonic experiences.
Odyzey Records
In addition to her solo endeavors, CloZee founded Odyzey Records in 2020, a record label dedicated to promoting boundary-pushing electronic music. The label serves as a platform for emerging artists to showcase their talent and contribute to the ever-evolving landscape of experimental bass music.
Discography
Albums
EPs and Singles
- Dubious (2012)
- Guitar Covers (2012)
- Jafump T / Eyes in Eyes (2012)
- Remixes (2012)
- The Poetic Assassin (2013)
- Falcon (2014)
- Inner Peace (2014)
- Get Up Now (2015)
- Koto (2015)
- Revolution (2016)
- Revolution Remixes (2016)
- Harmony (2017)
- Harmony Remixes (2018)
- Novelle Era (2021)
Soundtracks
- OckeFilms (2012)
- BREΛK LΛB (2013)
- Amplify Her (2019)
EPs as CloZinger (CloZee with Scarfinger)
- Ovation (2015)
- Sinking (2016)
- Forest Echo (2017)
- Royal (2019)
Compilation Albums Curated and Mixed by CloZee
- Emergence (2021)
- Muzique, Volume 1 (2021)
- Muzique, Volume 2 (2022)
- Muzique, Volume 3 (2023)
References
- ↑ Venzin, Megan (13 December 2022). "CloZee: family plan". DJMag.com.
- ↑ CloZee [@clozeeofficial] (31 July 2016). "A lot of you asked me what is "CloZee's very special Birthday in Oregon" on 8/12, written on the… https://instagram.com/p/BIiv52BAHQb/" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ Weisband, Sami (20 May 2022). "CloZee talks settling stateside, returning to the festival circuit, her new label, and more ahead of Lightning In a Bottle [Interview]". Dancing Astronaut.
- ↑ Walker, Chris (15 December 2020). "CloZee, the Queen of Jungle Bass, Makes Herself at Home in Denver". Westword. Retrieved 15 August 2022.
- ↑ "CloZee – Evasion". Les Oreilles Curieuses (in French). 5 October 2018. Retrieved 17 December 2022.
- ↑ Stone, Katie (5 October 2018). "CloZee Unveils Her Debut Album 'Evasion'". EDM.com.
- ↑ Bain, Katie (6 July 2020). "CloZee Breaks Down Each Track on Her New LP: 'I'll Always See a New Album As a New Chapter of My Life'". Billboard.
- ↑ Callwood, Brett (14 April 2021). "CloZee Enters the Neon Jungle". LA Weekly.
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