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Bounte

  • The Dichotomy

    The Dichotomy

    Explore the sonic duality of Bounte’s latest EP, “The Dichotomy.” Within these two instrumental tracks, Bounte expertly navigates the intersection of electronica and rock…

  • Nothing (feat. Ruffin)

    Nothing (feat. Ruffin)

    Electronic producer Bounte and indie vocalist Ruffin collaborate to cover a great Depeche Mode album cut. Dialing back the presence of synths, this electronic rock interpretation…

  • Bit Streams

    Bit Streams

    Throughout Bounte’s extensive sample slicing, some bits inevitably get left on the cutting-room floor. In Bit Streams, the seasoned producer brings these brief pieces…

  • Engelier

    Engelier

    An electronica/IDM study in bass and beats, at moments upbeat, offbeat, aggressive, moody, and light, with some gnarled deep dives into low frequencies.

  • The Best Man EP

    The Best Man EP

    On this beautifully constructed and haunting EP, Chicago’s Bounte (working with Alan Ruffin and Catcher James) takes inspiration from author Colby Cuppernull’s short story…

  • The Desolation Test

    The Desolation Test

    Bounte’s signature blend of genres are on display throughout this EP — from IDM to trip-hop to industrial, even a touch of disco —…

  • Two

    Two

    Chicago producer Bounte further develops his clever integration of myriad synths, beats, vocals, and ambient textures into a gripping blend of electronic, pop, jazz,…

  • 1.5

    1.5

    A contemplative instrumental transition to Bounte’s second full-length album, 1.5 is a four-song collection of previously unreleased tracks to complement the more vocal-oriented Two.

  • Maximal

    Maximal

    The second release from Chicago native Bounte, this four-song EP is an aggressive, pounding counterpoint to 2007’s One. Dominated by grinding beats, heavy distortion,…

  • One

    One

    One is the debut album from Chicago native Bounte. Combining a breakbeat and IDM backbone with strong melodic textures and melodies, One is a…