Scritti Politti Members, Gear & Sound

Genre

New Wave Synthpop Art rock Sophisti-pop New romantic new wave pop

Members

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Marcus Miller

Roles:

Bassist Composer Music Producer

Groups:

Aztec Camera SMV Miles Davis (solo) The Sunday Night Band David Sanborn (band) Marcus Miller (band) S. M. V.

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Alan Murphy

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Go West Level 42

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Fred Maher

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Drummer

Groups:

Richard Hell & The Voidoids New York Gong Massacre

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Steve Ferrone

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Eric Clapton & His All Star Band The Black Sorrows Boogie Box High Saturday Night Live Band Bloodstone The Average White Band Dire Straits Legacy Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express It Was Fifty Years Ago Today David Garfield And The Cats BFD

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Green Gartside

Roles:

Composer

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David Gamson

Roles:

Music Producer

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Dicky Moore
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Joe Cang

Roles:

Composer

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Rhodri Marsden
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Dave Ferrett
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About

Scritti Politti is a British musical group that emerged from the post-punk scene in late 1970s London. Fronted by Green Gartside (vocals, songwriting), the band was initially formed with Nial Jinks (bass) and Tom Morley (drums), and it has undergone various lineup changes since its inception. Scritti Politti is celebrated for its eclectic fusion of new wave, synthpop, art rock, and sophisti-pop, blending catchy melodies with intellectually rich lyrics. Their evolution from a DIY punk ethos to a more polished pop sound has garnered them both critical acclaim and commercial success.

How to Sound Like Scritti Politti

Scritti Politti's sound is characterized by its polished, synth-driven pop sensibility, underpinned by smooth, melodic vocal lines and intricate arrangements. Their music often features crisp, layered synthesizers and funk-infused basslines, creating a bright and sophisticated soundscape. To emulate their lush production quality, incorporating a Fender Jazz Bass can help achieve the fluid bass tones reminiscent of their work. Moreover, the use of Lovetone Wobulator adds dynamic modulation effects, contributing to the band's rich, textured audio palette. These elements, combined with Gartside's distinctively youthful and smooth vocal style, result in a sound that is both vibrant and meticulously crafted.

Discography

Cupid & Psyche 85

1985

Provision

1988

Anomie & Bonhomie

1999

White Bread Black Beer

2006

Get the Scritti Politti Sound

Want to sound like Scritti Politti? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.