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Infinity Ink
OriginLondon, England
GenresHouse
Years active2012–present
LabelsHot Creations, Crosstown Rebels, Different Recordings ,Cooltempo
MembersLuca Cazal
Ali Love

Infinity Ink is a London-based vocal/music production/DJ duo made up of Italian Luca Cazal and British Ali Love . They have released music through Hot Creations, Crosstown Rebels and, most recently, Cooltempo.

Biography [1]

Consisting of long-term friends Ali Love and Luca Cazal, the duo have been working together since 2011; dropping releases which encapsulate their ability to write catchy hooks and melodies, spliced with sultry basslines and enigmatic rhythms.

Infinity Ink is Ali Love and Luca Cazal. Friends for over 20 years, the duo have been working together since 2011; dropping a series of well-received releases which encapsulate their ability to write catchy hooks and melodies, spliced with sultry basslines and enigmatic rhythms. From their studio productions to their live shows, the pair channel soul, funk, sixties psychedelia, disco and vintage house into everything they do. With their debut album soon to drop, Ali and Luca have been hard at work crafting a long-player worthy of their unified ideologies and life experience.

From the moment they got together, Infinity Ink captured the imaginations of the dance floor faithful, and their industry peers, with a series of releases through influential labels Hot Creations and Crosstown Rebels. Tracks such as ‘Games’ and ‘Infinity’ established the duo as architects of a distinct and captivating sound, one which inspires unity and a buoyant atmosphere. With their early hits as a foundation Infinity Ink have built a sterling reputation, delivering remixes for artists such as The Klaxons, Roisin Murphy, Damian Lazarus & The Ancient Moons, Katy B and Francesca Lombardo.

Alongside their remix work, Ali and Luca have continued to put out original material, reinforcing their penchant for writing songs both contagious and irresistible, with cuts including ‘Full Capacity’, ‘Too Strong’ and ‘How Do I Love You’, (featuring Yasmin). When they’re not jamming in the studio, Ali and Luca also perform live shows together, igniting dance floors around the world with their high-energy appearances. Over the last few years they have been booked for gigs across Chicago, London, Miami, Paris, Amsterdam and New York - to name but a few. Further stops have seen the pair at dance institutions: Panorama Bar, Glastonbury Festival, Warung Beach Club and one of their spiritual homes; DC 10 in Ibiza - where they are regulars at Jamie Jones’ Paradise party.

In 2019 Infinity Ink unveil their debut album, ‘House Of Infinity’, the culmination of years in the game and an expansion of their chemistry, together and with a crew of collaborators. The album represents an evolution of the Infinity Ink sound, drawing on their eclectic tastes and influences to produce a body of work that maintains the often difficult balance between dance floor and wider appeal. Ali and Luca’s natural ability for writing earworm melodies and choruses is evident throughout; from the shamanic mysticism on ‘Aya’, to the dynamic energy on ‘The Rush’ (featuring Mr. V). Across the entire album is a sense of maturity and an innate ability to craft real songs, music that will stand the test of time; each track occupying its own space whilst also feeding back into the overall atmosphere of the entire project. Love, joy, optimism and a deep soulful resonance emanate from every pore of the LP; Ali and Luca embracing the spirit of house music, whilst incorporating a contemporary touch, injecting each production with their own unique identity.

An album is a huge milestone in any artist’s career and it’s one which Infinity Ink have clearly relished the opportunity to immerse themselves in. It’s a big, confident stride forward for the duo, bringing out the best in both artists and undoubtedly pushing them on to the next level, carrying with them an affirming spirit that will welcome us all into the House of Infinity.

Early Career

Originally they formed the duo The Benedictions, playing 1960s and 1970s folk rock-inspired music on acoustic guitar.[2] The name of the duo Infinity Ink came when the duo were playing in Moldova on their tour. They noticed a nearby factory that was called 'Infinity Inc'. So they adopted the name changing the "c" to a "k", giving it a completely new twist. Infinity Ink found fame through two tracks released in 2012. First was "Games" on the Hot Creations label followed by the single "Infinity" on Crosstown Rebels.[3] Infinity was sampled by "Flo Rida" in his 2013 single "Can't Believe It". The same year, the duo secured a residency for Jamie Jones paradise party at DC10 in Ibiza,[4] a slot that they still play to this day.[5]

Hot Natured

Luca Cazal & Ali Love later joined Jamie Jones & Lee Foss to form the live act Hot Natured, who along with Anabel Englund released a string of hits including"Benediction" and "Reverse Skydiving".[6] They sold out their debut gig live at Brixton Academy and were the first electronic music act to do so since Leftfield in 1996.[7] Their debut album Different Sides of the Sun was released in 2013 via Warner Bros. Records and Hot Creations.[8] Singles "Benediction" and "Reverse Skydiving" both charted with the former reaching number 40 on the UK Singles Chart and the latter reaching number 56.[9]

Live shows

In 2016, Infinity Ink launched their live show, debuting at 'Elrow Presents Hot Creations' at The Rainbow Venues in Birmingham. The performance incorporated live vocals from Ali Love whilst Luca programmed the drum machines and DJs.[10] The performance at The Rainbow Venues was the start of a full tour spanning the summer festival season.[11]

Present day

Infinity Ink originally signed to Different Recordings, the electronic imprint of PIAS, for their debut album but instead released four singles with them before parting ways.[12] 2019 has seen the pair sign to Cooltempo, the recently revived dance label owned by Chrysalis Records[13] with plans to release the debut album originally planned for 2016. "Rushing Back" is the first single from the album and features vocals from singer/songwriter and Rinse FM host, Yasmin.[14]

Discography

Singles

  • 2011: "Games"
  • 2012: "Infinity"
  • 2016: "The Rush" (with Mr.V)
  • 2016: "House of Infinity"
  • 2016: "Too strong"
  • 2016: "Full Vapacity"
  • 2016: "How Do I Love You" (with Yasmin)
  • 2016: "Till the Light " (with Lee Foss)
  • 2017: "Alienation"
  • 2019: "Don't Give Up"
  • 2019: "Tomorrow Never Comes"
  • 2019: "Rushing Back" (with Yasmin)

Album

  • 2019: "House of Infinity"
  • 2019: "The Remixes"

Music Video

  • 2012: "Infinity"[15]
  • 2012: "Infinity (Skream's 99 Remix)"[16]
  • 2016: "Full Capacity" [17]
  • 2019: "Rushing Back" (with Yasmin) [18]

References

  1. ^ https://www.residentadvisor.net/dj/infinityink/biography
  2. ^ Soundwall Italy: [[Infinity Ink: ispirati dall’amicizia fraterna e dagli allucinogeni (Italian/English)
  3. ^ "The Independent: To Infinity Ink and beyond: Luca C and Ali Love – the story so far". Archived from the original on 19 September 2012. Retrieved 1 February 2013.
  4. ^ https://www.factmag.com/2012/06/12/jamie-jones-launches-paradise-residency-at-dc10-in-july/
  5. ^ https://www.residentadvisor.net/events/1092069
  6. ^ https://www.discogs.com/artist/1529450-Hot-Natured?filter_anv=0&subtype=Singles-EPs&type=Releases
  7. ^ https://www.theguardian.com/music/2013/apr/12/new-band-hot-natured
  8. ^ https://www.discogs.com/artist/1529450-Hot-Natured?filter_anv=0&subtype=Albums&type=Releases
  9. ^ https://www.officialcharts.com/artist/23551/hot-natured/
  10. ^ http://uphoric.tv/artist-access-infinity-ink-mysteryland-2016/
  11. ^ https://djmag.com/news/infinity-link-sign-different-recordings-their-debut-album
  12. ^ https://www.discogs.com/artist/2512418-Infinity-Ink
  13. ^ http://www.musicweek.com/labels/read/it-s-a-great-brand-with-a-great-name-blue-raincoat-revives-cooltempo-imprint/072406
  14. ^ https://inflyteapp.com/r/b3l9ju
  15. ^ "Infinity Ink - Infinity (" – via YouTube.
  16. ^ "Infinity Ink - Infinity (Skream's 99 Remix)" – via YouTube.
  17. ^ "Infinity Ink - Full Vapacity" – via YouTube.
  18. ^ "Infinity Ink -Rushing Back Feat.Yasmin" – via YouTube.

External links

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