Ogle & Mugwood - Eskypism (2026)

"Wonderful stuff"
Moonbuilding

'Eskypism' is a split album showcasing sparse electronic arrangements by esteemed electronic producers Ogle and Mugwood.

'Eskypism' commences with 7 tracks (Side A) from Giulio Fontana (Ogle), composed and performed entirely on a Buchla Music Easel, while overlooking the rooftops of Rome from Giulio's home studio. This vantage point proves to be the project's catalyst as Giulio declares:

"The Album is a love letter to the sky, a soundtrack of the elements that compose it and that allow you to escape reality when you get lost staring at it.”

As ever, there is a wonderfully forthright focus to Ogle's art that proves to be disarmingly refreshing.

Antony Ryan (Mugwood - aka one half of ISAN) picks up the mantel on Side B. This time composed from a cabin in the far reaches of Jutland, using a similarly restrictive palette of nothing but an OP-1, SP404 and a radio receiver.

The series of windswept transmissions via the sky and encroaching sea, builds on the elemental fabric of these immersive pieces.

Taking a lungful feels like it will be good for the mind, body and soul.
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Giulio Fontana (Ogle) is an Italian musician based in Rome. After many years of playing the guitar in various bands, he started working on solo electronic projects and experimenting on the Buchla Music Easel, in the attempt of recreating the melancholic and nostalgic sonorities of his memories as a child living in a big city. Since he started his Ogle project he has published various albums in Europe, America and Japan.

Antony Ryan (Mugwood) is a musician based in Denmark. He has released music for a couple of decades, including solo work under the moniker Mugwood, as well as part of the acclaimed duo Isan. Antony is also a well-respected mastering engineer, with his excellent RedRedPaw mastering outfit being the go-to service for many in the business.