Hey guys,

Would you kindly point me to some good references of artists or bands who can elegantly blend vocals and regular instruments with electronic music, specifically in the downtempo/chill/ambient genre?

Gotan Project would be an example:

Thanks in advance,

R.

 

Federico Aubele...

 

I am not sure if this suits your criteria but I particularly like Dead Can Dance:

 

On-u sound

 

This was my first thought. Dead Can Dance is a favorite of mine.

 

i'll probably get flamed for this.. guilty pleasure

 

Thanks for so many amazing suggestions guys, but I was thinking about something more minimal, not so busy, like this:

Do you know anything similar? I mean, not so out of the box experimental stuff, more like traditional music with a sophisticated touch of electronic experimentation...

 

Loved from way back

 

@focusrite: You're on a roll, dude.
Gotta respect anyone who references Ivor Cutler and Laurie Anderson in the same thread.
Bravo, man!