On this Halloween Special Episode, Caren Sullivan talks to artist Alec Michael Wilson in 2022. you can watch the full performance on Ultraviolet Art Talks Instagram (link on).

Alec Michael Wilson (Alphi Demp) is an artist, musician of the bands VistaFutur, Irate Yeats

VistaFutur VistaFutur crafts a captivating musical experience by blending guitar-driven melodies with expansive soundscapes, evoking a cinematic atmosphere that resonates deeply with listeners. Their sound draws inspiration from the experimental edge of Radiohead and the genre-bending creativity of Gorillaz, while also incorporating elements reminiscent of The Caretaker's nostalgic depth. Subtly integrating pop sensibilities into their atmospheric textures, VistaFutur creates music that is both hauntingly familiar and emotionally immersive.

Their debut album, *...is the black box projector of a once-derelict cinema*, released in 2023, served as a bold statement of intent for the band. The album introduced their signature style, weaving intricate layers of melody and atmosphere to craft a visceral journey through memory and imagination. With its evocative title and richly layered compositions, *black box projector* established VistaFutur's artistic vision, marking them as a distinctive voice in contemporary music. Far from being just an introduction, the album set the tone for their creative direction, projecting a sonic narrative that is mesmerizing and profoundly impactful.

*Tinselcrown*, in late 2024. Spanning nearly 20 tracks, the album takes listeners into more abstract and, at times, brutal sonic terrain. Unlike its predecessor, *Tinselcrown* presents each track as an individual vignette, exploring fragmented yet cohesive narratives through experimental, raw soundscapes.

Irate Yeats are a Galway/Wexford based duo who have been writing and performing music together for over 10 years.

Taking inspiration from artists such as Sonic Youth, New Order, Soundgarden, Radiohead, The White Stripes and The Cure, Irate Yeats seek to combine their multiple grunge, electronica, garage-rock and post-punk influences into potent radio-friendly unit-shifters.

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