Tags: Albums, M83, Mute Records

Recorded with Ken Thomas (Sigur Ros, Sugar Cubes, Cocteau Twins, Suede) and Ewan Pearson (Tracey Thorn, The Rapture, Ladytron) “Saturdays = Youth” delivers the rich sonic textures for which M83 is well known –this time with a more focused approach to song structure and form.

“Saturdays = Youth,” is M83’s most explicit celebration yet of how it feels to be dazed, confused and 15 years old. Main influences for the album are English bands such as Tears For Fears and Cocteau Twins, as well as classic John Hughes teen movies. To realize his vision for the album, Gonzalez enlisted the help of producers Ken Thomas and Ewan Pearson. Thomas, known for his work with Sigur Ros, Sugarcubes, Cocteau Twins, Suede and Clinic cut his teeth on outré acts such as Psychic TV and Alien Sex Fiend more than 20 years ago. Berlin-based British dance producer Ewan Pearson, who has worked with Tracey Thorn, The Rapture, and Ladytron, came on board to give this album it’s smooth, modern edge.