Parov Stelar is the stage name of Austrian musician and producer Marcus Füreder. He is considered one of the pioneers of electronic music and has released over 15 studio albums since his debut in 2005. His work blends elements of jazz, house, electro swing, and hip-hop. Stelar has collaborated with numerous artists including Klischée, Muddy Waters, Diane Birch, Anduze, Lightin Hopkins, and many others.
Early Life And Career
Füreder was born in Linz, Austria on November 27th 1977. At age 10, he began playing drums and by 13 he was playing in bands. He eventually gained an interest in producing music and started producing his own tracks at the age of 15. In 2001, he moved to Vienna to study media technology at university. It was during this time that he began producing under the name Parov Stelar.
Parov's Musical Style
Stelar's musical style is unique, blending elements from jazz, hip-hop, house, and electro swing. His songs often feature samples from vintage recordings as well as live instrumentation. His distinctive sound has gained him a worldwide following and a reputation as one of the pioneers of electronic music.
Significant Releases
In 2004, Stelar released his debut album Rough Cuts which featured a mix of downtempo and hip-hop influenced tracks. He followed it up with his sophomore release Shine in 2005 which saw him experimenting more with electro swing and jazz influences. His third album The Princess was released in 2006 which featured a more upbeat sound with elements of funk and soul. His fourth album Coco was released in 2007 which saw him delving further into electro swing territory. In 2009 he released his fifth album Etage Noir which featured more experimental sounds. His sixth album was released in 2011 titled The Art Of Sampling which featured a mix of sampled old recordings as well as live instrumentation.
Conclusion
Parov Stelar is a pioneering force in electronic music. His unique sound has gained him a wide following around the world and he continues to push boundaries with every release.
