Galaxians

Galaxians are a Leeds-based electronic duo made up of Jed Skinner and Matthew Woodward. Active since 2012, they work across house, funk, electro, electronic and synth-led dance music.

Early releases and reception

Their debut vinyl release is a 12-inch split with fellow Leeds dance act Runners on the dance label Stargaze. It appears in October 2012 and sells out within two months. The record also draws praise from US dance labels Dither Down and Rotating Souls, as well as New York DJ Lloydski of Dither Down.

Style and influences

Galaxians take inspiration from early 1980s New York labels including SAM, Are 'n' Bee and Sleeping Bag, along with post-disco producers such as Leroy Burgess. Their sound combines Roland TR analogue drum machine tones with live acoustic drums and synthesizers, with an emphasis on the unpredictability of live playing.