Guessmen

Guessmen are a group associated with psychedelic sounds and a dense blend of styles that includes voodoo techno, electro blues, sci-fi effects and thick synth melodies. Their music is described as moving between twisted noir-pop, gnarly hobo disco and jazz-infused electro, while keeping rhythm and groove at the centre.

Style and sound

Their tracks combine unusual textures and a strong dance focus, with a sound that stays cohesive even when it shifts between different forms of electro and disco. The group is noted for music that can seem deliberately odd or extreme, but still anchored by an identifiable groove.

Recordings and reception

The album Back From The Bins is described as a central release in their catalogue and has drawn sharply divided responses, with some hearing it as a masterpiece and others finding it difficult to listen to.

Live performances

Guessmen are known for highly physical live shows. Their performances are described as involving, energetic and intense, and one show is reported to have induced labour. BBC 6Music presenter Tom Robinson describes them as wild, passionate, energetic, gifted, committed, dangerous and full of life.