Sam Prekop

Sam Prekop’s work over the last 30 years, whether created primarily on his guitar or on his modular synth, is consistent in its powerful melodicism, delicate arrangements and subtle evolution. Prekop’s singular blend of melody, impressionistic lyricism and quietly intricate rhythms are the core of the singular sound of his band The Sea and Cake.

Prekop, according to The Quietus’ Levi Dayan, “has never shown much interest in riding any kind of trend. His music has always been forward-thinking and bustling with ideas, but also marked by a languid, unhurried energy.”

Since 2010’s Old Punch Card, Prekop’s exploration of modular synthesis and electronic atmospheres has come into its own. His honed skills have crafted sounds that are instantly recognizable, his pieces express real movement. Harmonies bloom with granular detail and through his careful work he is able to convey emotion. Prekop’s inquisitive eye as an artist focuses on uncovering beauty and complexity within simplicity. His latest album, Open Close (Thrill Jockey), captures the flow and energy of a live performance through the lens of a deft craftsman, an equilibrium of intuitive composition and the excitement of possibility.

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