Sinclair 808 - Eyes That Never Sleep (2024)

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, Eyes That Never Sleep pushes the boundaries of Sinclair 808's sonic palette. The album showcases a wider range of emotional states than previous releases, mirroring the inner turmoil of its central character. From moments of introspective reflection to frenetic bursts of energy, each composition weaves a tapestry of sound that captivates and enchants the listener.

Eyes That Never Sleep delves into the twilight zones of synthwave and electro, drawing inspiration from Martha Wells' seminal novel, All Systems Red. Each track serves as a portal into the intricate psyche of Sinclair 808's protagonist, a sentient murderbot grappling with the echoes of its own consciousness.

At the core of the record lies a fusion of vintage analog synths and cutting-edge AI enhancements. Sinclair 808 masterfully blends the warmth of classic gear like the MS-20, Juno-6, and Roland Super Jupiter with the ethereal textures of code-generated sounds. The result is a breath-taking soundscape that feels both nostalgically familiar and strikingly futuristic, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a world where technology and emotion intertwine.

From the haunting opening notes to the poignant finale, Eyes That Never Sleep invites you to explore themes of existential dread and digital despair. Through rich, vibrant beats and melancholic melodies, Sinclair 808 crafts a narrative that transcends mere music, offering profound insights into the isolation and fragmentation of consciousness in the modern age.

Join Sinclair 808 on this captivating voyage through the mind of a creature designed to obey, yet yearning to experience. Embrace the night, and let Eyes That Never Sleep be your guide into a realm where the eyes never close, and the heart never ceases its search for solace.

Paris born New York based Sinclair 808 is a composer and music producer who, for the past 15 years, has worked with some of the most influential and successful artists of his time, co-writing with visionary musician Trent Reznor, and engineering and doing sound design for the Scissor Sisters, Zack de la Rocha from Rage Against the Machine, and Michael Stipe from R.E.M., among others. A veteran of linear and interactive, Sinclair has also worked for id Software, Ubisoft, Looking Glass Studios, Marvel Comics, the BBC, and ATI Technologies. From sound design and consulting for the Doom 3 audio engine, to producing DVDs for bands like Ministry and Slayer that reached gold in the U.S., his experience covers a broad spectrum of the industry. In 2013, he scored the acclaimed documentary Small Small Thing which has gone on to win best documentary at the Montreal International Film Festival, Kansas Film Festival, and First Glance Film Fest.

In addition to being an active composer and producer, Sinclair is also a faculty member at Berklee College of Music in Boston where he teaches electronic music production and game audio, and at New York University where he designed the game audio curriculum and works closely with major players in the industry such as Electronic Arts and Epic Games.