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'I had been silent for a very long time': how a chance meeting at a burger van revived techno genius the Field
A run of immaculate albums ended in 2018 with an identity crisis and the producer becoming a kindergarten chef. Now he’s back with a blissed-out new record
TL;DR
- Axel Willner, aka The Field, is releasing his first record since 2018, titled 'Now You Exist,' on the Studio Barnhus label.
- A chance meeting with Axel Boman at a food truck led to the new record deal after Willner had been silent musically for a long time.
- Willner experienced an identity crisis and creative block, even taking a job as a kindergarten chef, feeling trapped by his signature sound.
- The new EP represents a fresh start and a sense of relief, with a different visual aesthetic and the inclusion of a capella vocals.
- Willner is considering touring offers but is content balancing his music career with his cheffing job and being closer to home.