Demdike Stare

Demdike Stare is an experimental electronic music duo from Manchester, United Kingdom, consisting of producers Sean Canty and Miles Whittaker. Emerging in the late 2000s, they quickly gained recognition for their dark, immersive soundscapes that blend elements of ambient, techno, industrial, dub, and hauntology. Their music is deeply influenced by the occult, vintage horror cinema, and a wide array of global folk traditions, creating a dense and atmospheric world that transcends typical genre boundaries.

The duo takes their name from Demdike, the notorious witch of the 17th-century Pendle witch trials, a reference that reflects the eerie, ritualistic nature of their sonic output. Signed to the renowned Modern Love label, Demdike Stare’s critically acclaimed releases—including the “Tryptych” trilogy and the “Testpressing” series—have established them as key innovators in the UK’s underground electronic scene. Their enigmatic live performances, often accompanied by esoteric visual art and film collages, further set them apart as visionary artists dedicated to exploring the fringes of sound and perception.