Floating Points - 'vocoder' (official Audio) May 2026

: Despite the title, "Vocoder" uses vocal samples sparingly to create tension, which has been described by reviewers at The Guardian as a "rare" and effective peak in his minimalist production.

: The song is noted for its high BPM and minimal sonic palette, built almost entirely on rhythmic layers and flickering, filtered synth chords. Floating Points - 'Vocoder' (Official Audio)

"" is a standalone single by British producer Sam Shepherd , better known as Floating Points , released on March 9, 2022 , via Ninja Tune . The track signaled a major stylistic pivot for Shepherd, moving away from the ambient, orchestral jazz of his 2021 collaboration with Pharoah Sanders, Promises , and returning to aggressive, club-oriented electronic music. Key Features of the Track : Despite the title, "Vocoder" uses vocal samples

track credits from Cascade, track released September 13, 2024. The track signaled a major stylistic pivot for

: The Official Audio on YouTube is accompanied by a minimalist visualization of a shifting soundwave, mirroring the track's precision and digital texture. Context and Release Vocoder - Floating Points track credits from Vocoder, track released March 9, 2022. Vocoder [Club Mix] - Floating Points

: Critics from Pitchfork described the track as one of Shepherd's "heaviest" works, featuring an insistent groove that leans into UK Garage and microhouse influences.