Hurts Members, Gear & Sound

Hurts is a Manchester-born electronic pop duo renowned for their epic, dramatic soundscapes and visually striking music videos. The group consists of Theo Hutchcraft (vocals) and Adam Anderson (multi-instrumentalist and producer). They emerged on the music scene with their debut album Happiness, which achieved massive success across Europe. Their music traverses the genres of metropopolis and neo-synthpop, characterized by lush synth layers and emotive melodies, earning them a devoted international following and numerous awards.

Hurts’ sonic character is defined by its dramatic and cinematic quality, blending expansive synth textures with soaring vocal lines. Their music often employs a polished, yet emotionally charged production aesthetic, achieved through the use of tools like the Soundtoys Decapitator for adding warmth and character to their sound. Adam Anderson's use of Manson MA Custom Works guitars delivers the rich, resonant tones that underpin their tracks, while reverb and pitch-shifting plugins like the Apple Logic EnVerb Reverb and Waves SoundShifter help create the spacious and ethereal atmosphere that is a hallmark of their music. This combination of elements allows Hurts to craft a sound that is both grandiose and intimate, resonating deeply with their audience.