Luis Dubuc is the face behind Mystery Skulls, an indie electronic-soul producer/DJ out of Los Angeles. Mystery Skulls music is a mix between 90s pop-swing music and new-age electro and glitch. Songs usually draw on high-pitched, emotional vocals, and gives the music a certain “indie” feel. Drum beats are heavily synthesized, and the synth keys themselves are textured and delivered fiercely.
For those in the Myspace generation, you’ll be surprised to find out that Dubuc used to produce under the alias The Secret Handshake; he gained a cult-like following of fans, primarily through Myspace Music, and had huge hits like “Summer of 98”. The works under this moniker were a very premature lead-in towards what Dubuc would eventually become as Mystery Skulls. The Secret Handshake featured synthesized chords, drum machines and more-or-less cheesy, auto-tuned vocals. However, having such an early experience in electronic production has led to a much more sophisticated and aware producer. Mystery Skulls songs are nowhere near cheesy; his production is rich, acute and complex.
In 2011, Dubuc officially ditched The Secret Handshake persona and officially became Mystery Skulls. He then released an 4-song EP that December. Since then, he has supported acts such as Flume, Chromeo, Yeasayer, Avicii, and Chic. He is currently in the process of creating his debut album, which will feature production from Nile Rogers, a member of the famous disco and R&B group Chic and who was also featured recently playing guitar on Daft Punk’s mega-hit “Get Lucky”. Rogers has worked with producers such as Avicii, Chase & Status, and Felix Da Housecat, so expect big things from this debut album.
Mystery Skulls makes his New York City debut next week at CMJ. RSVP at RSVPNY@wbr.com to attend:
- Tuesday 10/15 @ Mercury Lounge w/ NoNoNo (SOLD OUT)
- Wednesday 10/16 @ Bowery Hotel – KCRW School Night
- Friday 10/18@ LPR w/ Fuck Buttons
Mystery Skulls will also be playing at Voodoo Festival in November in New Orleans, LA.
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