Electronic · GB

Chris Coco

Sun-drenched Balearic textures and slow-motion dub rhythms. This is the sound of the Mediterranean at dusk, perfect for unwinding as the heat of the day fades.

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Chris Coco crafts music that feels like a permanent golden hour. It is a lush, expansive take on chill-out that prioritizes organic warmth over digital coldness, often centering on gently plucked acoustic guitars and shimmering synth washes. The rhythms are never hurried, drawing heavily from the relaxed tempos of dub and the sophisticated lounge culture of Ibiza.

What sets him apart is his ability to blend the pastoral with the electronic. You will hear the influence of classic folk and rock melodies filtered through a prism of reverb and delay, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and contemporary. It is sophisticated without being pretentious, offering a deep sense of space that invites the listener to exhale.

Start with 'Heavy Mellow' for a definitive look at his signature style, or 'Albatross' for a masterclass in how to reinterpret a classic melody for the chill-out generation. It is music designed for the transition between activity and rest, making it an essential companion for those moments when the world needs to slow down.

Christopher Mellor, known by the stage name Chris Coco, is a British chill-out and Balearic DJ and producer. He had a Saturday night residency at The Zap nightclub in Brighton, from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s. He was a member of Coco Steel & Lovebomb in the 1990s, with Lene Stokes and Craig Woodrow. Chris Coco was editor of DJ Mag from 1990 to 2000. From 2002 to 2006, he and Rob da Bank presented The Blue Room weekend music show on BBC Radio 1. He has released solo records on Distinctive Records as well as on his own label DSPPR.
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Our Catalog9 Albums · 2002 · 2024
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