Silly System

Silly System architect Doug Taylor’s initial plan was to record an album of ambient music. After enlisting the help of some talented Halifax musicians and technicians the concept morphed into a melody driven throwback pop record. During the creative process a joke about the recording rig at Codapop spawned the name of the group. The title of their debut record was born of a similar conversation in the studio as How Old Is this Water started taking shape. The creative nucleus of Silly System is comprised of Matt Fudge, Mike Ritchie and Doug Taylor. Noteworthy input and performances were incorporated from Mark Bachynski and several guest musicians. To create the characteristically lush sonic palette on the record, Silly System used a combination of modern and vintage equipment, including a vintage Roland 909 synthesizer, an iPhone, a troublesome mellotron, extensive use of sampling technologies and a three-hour recording session at Abbey Road in London, UK.

Silly System - Not Funny

Silly System - Ordinary Girl

Silly System - You're So Bad