The Digital Intervention

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The Digital Intervention
OriginUK, France
GenresElectronic, electronica, experimental
Years active2003 (2003)-present
Labels Ici, d'ailleurs... , Parallel Series
Members Paul Kendall
Olivia Louvel

The Digital Intervention is an experimental electronic duo formed by British electro-acoustic composer, sound engineer, former Mute artist Paul Kendall and French-born British composer, vocalist Olivia Louvel. They began to work together in 2002 whilst in Paris. Their first collaborative track was 'La Louve'.

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Paul Kendall was responsible for Mute Records 'Parallel Series' which he set up in the 1990s, aiming to bridge the gap between classical electronic music and rock electronic music. [1] 'Parallel series' moved to the French Ici, d'ailleurs... label. 'The Last Writes' was broadcast on Mixing It, BBC Radio 3. The track "Coma Idyllique" features arrangements by Alan Wilder. [2]

Discography

LPs
Compilations

Participatory Project

Selected shows

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