Bio
Temple Scene’s atmospheric pop deftly mixes infectious melodies with swirling layers of electronica and guitars.
Philippe Rose and Ric Levy have been lucky enough to learn from some of the greatest musicians of our time. When their friends were out getting respectable jobs, they were making tea and carrying equipment in some of the world’s most prestigious recording studios, desperate to watch their idols at work and understand what makes their music so special. As the duo gained experience, they each worked their way up to record for the likes of U2, The Verve and Bassment Jaxx.
But they’ve never lost the original passion for writing and performing their own songs and now, after eight years of recording other people, they’ve got things of their own they want to say.
2008 saw Temple Scene’s first ever releases, in a year of musical discovery for the duo. Each new song was a waypoint on their journey as they developed their musical personality, from the irresistible pop of their first E.P., Another Town, to the dark, magnetic electronica that dominates Sektor.
In July 2009 they released their first full-length album, ‘A Good Day To Disappear’, 11 new songs that draw on themes as wide as border escape and alien abduction to enfold the listener in a world that is both poignant and intensely personal.
January 23rd, 2010 on 1:55 pm
Never heard of this band before. I stumbled upon it while running Pandora in the background. The song playing peaked my interest enough to go find this website. I’ve like each song I’ve clicked on so far. “The Story” is cool. You all remind me of The Cure just a little. It’s more contemporary though, real clean & smooth vocals and nice instrumental transitions. Nice job guys- real nice job.
April 22nd, 2010 on 12:10 am
I ran across Temple Scene a couple of years ago while I was posting some of my own music on Stereofame.com. These guys were by far the best artist on that website and I became a fan even before they released their first complete CD. I was even more intrigued to find out that they recorded their music in Ric’s bedroom. I have been a fan ever since and their new stuff is even better. The Mountain and May Avenue are 2 of my favorites at the moment. I love the atmospheric feel of their songs. I wish them continued success because they deserve it and the world deserves to hear this incredible music.
April 27th, 2010 on 5:40 am
I have had this album on repeat for a week now. I am OBSESSED.