Phonem Biography

Phonem


Like some of his Morr Music labelmates, Phonem's ambient-leaning productions feature subdued melodies; the occasional soft, busted beat; and light atmospheric touches. A member of the Beta Bodega collective, Elliot Perkins made his debut as Phonem with The Mechanic Verses on Jetlag. After that,...

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