Burial - Near Dark Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is the artist behind the song 'Near Dark'?

   'Near Dark' is by Burial, the recording alias of British electronic musician William Emmanuel Bevan, known for his influential role in the UK's dubstep scene.

2. When was Burial's identity revealed?

   Burial's identity was revealed by The Independent in 2008 and confirmed by Hyperdub.

3. What are some notable collaborations by Burial?

   Burial has collaborated with artists such as Four Tet, Massive Attack, Thom Yorke, Zomby, and The Bug.

4. What style of music is Burial known for?

   Burial is known for his dark, emotive take on UK rave music styles such as UK garage, 2-step, and dubstep, blending fractured breakbeats with mysterious, pitch-shifted voices and unique sound effects.

5. Which label was Burial the first artist signed to?

   Burial was the first artist signed to Kode9's electronic label Hyperdub in 2005.

6. How does Burial compose his music?

   Burial composes his music using Sound Forge, a digital audio editor, avoiding the use of trackers and sequencers to maintain an organic feel. He visually judges his drums by their waveforms, preferring them to look 'skeletal' for the best sound.