Laid Back

Laid Back

With the track "White Horse", the Danish duo reached international clubs in the mid-1980s and became a regular feature in numerous DJ sets. The band is particularly known for their distinctive mix of synthesiser bass, drum machine grooves and minimalist production. Laid Back releases appeared on labels such as Medley Records and Sire.

Laid Back – Sound & Production Style

The music of Laid Back is characterised by electronic elements, stripped-down funk and clear, often repetitive structures. Typical features include the use of drum machines, analogue synthesisers and sparse guitar work. The production relies on simple arrangements and recognisable basslines, as heard especially in "White Horse" and "Sunshine Reggae". Tracks were often produced by Tim Stahl and John Guldberg themselves, further reinforcing their distinctive sound.

Laid Back on vinyl – the key releases

For genre collectors and DJs, the maxi-singles are particularly relevant, including Bolivia/ Maybe I'm crazy 12" Disco Vinyl GERMANY (12'' Vinyl Maxi) as well as the US mix version Keep smiling [White horse US 12" Mix] Disco Vinyl LP (12'' Vinyl Maxi). The classic 12-inch edition of White Horse (12'' Vinyl Maxi) remains one of the best-known releases in the field of synth-pop and electro-funk.

These editions provide a focused overview of Laid Back’s club-oriented productions for scene connoisseurs.

• Genre: Synth-Pop, Electro-Funk
• Origin: Denmark
• Active: since the early 1980s
• Notable: Independent producer duo with a focus on electronic club music