PLF (UK,AT)
A unique trio consisting of drummer Lukas König, instrument maker and sonic experimentalist Peter Kutin, and vocalist Elvin Brandhi, also known as Fridge. The band emerged from their collaborative efforts, with origins dating back several years. PLF debuted with the album “EPDEMO” released by the UK label Opal Tapes, followed by their next album “ParziFoooooooooooL” under the Vienna-based avant-garde platform Ventil-records.
PLF’s music blends post-punk, noise-pop, and experimental improvisations. Their sound is shaped by a distinctive approach to instrumentation, with Kutin using self-designed light-feedback machines and synthesizers, while König enriches percussion with electronics. Elvin Brandhi’s vocals add a wild, primal dimension to their music. They draw inspiration from various sources, creating a synthesis of sound art and experimental music.
PLF has performed at numerous prestigious festivals, including the Unsound Festival and Elevate Festival. Their discography includes albums such as “EPDEMO” and “ParziFoooooooooooL.”
The media has frequently highlighted the uniqueness of their sound, describing it as “the weirdest, most physical pop music in the world” (FM4) and “post-punk industrialism” (The Wire).
As Elvin Brandhi puts it, “Our performances are eruptions of animation, where our consciousness collides with the clamor of distorted sounds.”