Space Afrika is an experimental electronic music duo from Manchester, United Kingdom, consisting of Joshua Inyang and Joshua Reid. Formed in the early 2010s, the pair have become acclaimed for their distinctive blend of ambient, dub techno, and abstract sound collage, drawing influence from the cultural and sonic landscape of post-industrial Northern England. Their music, often enveloped in spacious atmospheres and intricate textures, captures a sense of urban introspection, weaving together elements of field recordings, spoken word, and minimalist beats.
Releases such as "Somewhere Decent to Live" and the critically lauded "Honest Labour" have established Space Afrika as innovative voices in contemporary electronic music, with their work resonating far beyond dancefloors, offering meditative explorations of identity, community, and the shifting realities of modern British life. Their live performances and DJ sets further demonstrate their deep curatorial sensibility, solidifying their reputation as visionary artists at the forefront of a new wave of experimental sound.
Manchester - London - Berlin - Brussels - New York City
The White Hotel - Eastern Bloc Records - The Warehouse Project - Kings Place - Space 289
Ambient - Experimental - Electronic - Dub Techno - Dub - IDM