Apparat

German musician Sascha Ring, better known as Apparat, produces ambitious, emotive electronic music in a wide range of styles, from glitchy techno to exquisitely orchestrated experimental pop. Initially known for abrasive yet melodic IDM releases such as 2002's Tttrial and Eror, Ring began to incorporate vocals and non-electronic instruments into his work starting with 2003's Duplex. Following 2006's Orchestra of Bubbles, Apparat's widely acclaimed collaboration with Ellen Allien, Ring began performing his increasingly vocal-heavy compositions with a live band. He also began de...