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About Frequency State
Frequency State is an independent publication devoted to electronic music: new releases, artists, histories, recordings and the tools used to make them.
We bring together music reviews, longer features, curated playlists and practical resources. The emphasis is on attentive listening, discovering independent artists and exploring how electronic music is made and understood.
What you’ll find here
Discover music
Read reviews of new electronic releases and listen to our five curated playlists, covering everything from ambient and downtempo to adventurous bass music and drum & bass.
Explore music reviews →Listen to playlists →Read further
Explore artist profiles, discography guides, electronic music history and longer articles on recordings, technology and creative practice.
Browse Features →Make music
Use our growing reference library to understand synthesis, music theory, MIDI, mixing and the practical steps involved in producing and releasing music.
Explore the reference library →Who’s behind Frequency State?
Listening, writing and making
Frequency State is founded and edited by Matthew Greasley, an electronic musician, sound designer and music educator based in South West England. The publication draws on his work in studios, music education and experimental performance, alongside an ongoing interest in independent electronic releases.
Matthew is also involved in Pattern Recognition, organising electronic music events and open-mic performances in the region. That connection to artists and live music informs the site’s approach to listening and coverage.
Frequency State evolved from electronica.org.uk, the site’s original name. The rebrand reflects a broader focus on electronic music journalism, artist discovery and practical music-making. The articles, playlists and guides all belong to the same publication.
Get involved
Follow, listen and take part
Send us your music
Independent artists and labels can submit releases through SubmitHub. We ask for a detailed artist profile and information about the music, so we can understand the person and work behind the recording.
How to submit music →Stay in touch
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