MONO/POLY
(Brainfeeder/NinjaTune/Hit+Run)
Mono/Poly, a.k.a. Charles Dickerson, has become a staple in the electronic music community over the last +10 years. Known for his unique blend of interstellar, synth-driven, and textured experimental electronic music, he is inspired by everything from ambient to acid house, drum & bass, g-funk, and R&B. Charles has previously released music independently, as well as with respected labels Brainfeeder Records, Warp Records and collaborated with almost every revered electronic producer in LA including Flying Lotus, Ras G, Thundercat, Knxwledge, among others.
Originally from Bakersfield, CA, Charles moved to Los Angeles and came up in the Low End Theory scene, a weekly beloved (now defunct) underground experimental/hip hop club night. His debut record, 'Paramatma' (Taseful Licks Records, 2010), introduced his unique perspective on electronic music seen through the lens of astral soundscapes, eastern philosophy, metaphysics, and politics. This first release would pave the way for collaborations with Ras G, Thundercat, Flying Lotus and ultimately a record deal with Brainfeeder in 2011.
Since 2011, Mono/Poly has continued to steadily release music both collaboratively and solo, garnering praise from Pitchfork, Fader, the BBC, Stereogum, Resident Advisor, among others. Charles has also established himself as part of the respected print crew HIT + RUN; featured on Thundercat’s “Heartbreaks + Setbacks” (Apocalypse, 2013); produced music for Grand Theft Auto's soundtrack; contributed to Kendrick Lamar's surprise album ('untitled unmastered’.
Mono/Poly’s Monotomic, was released September 13, 2019. The 13-track LP, is his most immersive yet accessible album yet, features Kaytranda, Kimbra, Thundercat and more. Inspired by a lucid dream, Monotomic, continues to showcase Mono/Poly’s rich, textured sonic interpretation of abstract experiences and life-changing moments.
In 2020 Mono/Poly collaborated with Machinedrum & Tanerélle on a track titled 'Star' that was later remixed by A$ap Ferg and Shelley FKA DRAM. Later in 2020 Mono/Poly self released a 2 track EP titled "As Long As That Love Is Divine" and in 2021 received a grammy for his contributions on Thundercat's "It is what it is" album. The Mono/Poly Machinedrum & Tanerélle 'Star' collaboration was also featured on the NBA 2k22 soundtrack in 2021 and December of the same year he released an EP called "Buck Foos" on Bandcamp and Patreon.
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