Edinburgh based IDM artist Faex Optim worked under the radar for years on downtempo electronica until releasing Crystal Pleasures in 2023, with a change of focus and more up-tempo style.

His music lies somewhere between 90s Warp-esque IDM and modern organic techno, resulting in a fusion of lush chords and driving beats.

Often noted for crisp drums and cloudy synths, Faex Optim makes driving IDM electronica that’s not out of place on either the headphone commute or the club floor.

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