Ultraísta is an English-American experimental rock trio, formed in 2008. The band consists of Atoms for Peace members Nigel Godrich and Joey Waronker, alongside Laura Bettinson. The band's self-titled debut album was released on 2 October 2012.[1] The band's biography notes that it was "conceived from a love of afrobeat, electronica, art and inspired by tequila".[2]

Ultraísta
Background information
Origin	United Kingdom
Genres	Electronic, experimental rock
Years active	2008-present
Labels	Temporary Residence Partisan Records
Members	Nigel Godrich Joey Waronker Laura Bettinson
Website	ultraista.co.uk

History

Initially a collaboration between Nigel Godrich and Joey Waronker, Ultraísta became a three-piece with the addition of Laura Bettinson in 2010. The band's name is taken from the Spanish literary movement ultraism.

The band released their first album in 2012, followed by a remix album. In 2019, the band announced via social media that it would be returning, releasing a deluxe edition of their self-titled debut on 22 November.[3]

They released their first single, "Tin King," from their second album on BBC Radio 6 on 14 January 2020. The album, Sister, released on 13 March 2020.[4]

Members

• Laura Bettinson - vocals, synthesizer
• Nigel Godrich - synthesizer, bass guitar
• Joey Waronker - drums, percussion

Discography

• Ultraísta (2012)
• Sister (2020)

References