Maribou State are a British electronic music duo formed by Chris Davids and Liam Ivory, known for their atmospheric blend of downtempo electronica, trip hop, house, soul and organic instrumentation. Emerging from Hertfordshire, England, the pair developed a distinctive sound combining intricate percussion, warm synthesisers, soulful vocal samples and richly layered melodies. Their music draws inspiration from electronic dance music, jazz, folk and contemporary soul, creating immersive recordings that balance rhythmic energy with emotional depth. Since their early releases, Maribou State have become a respected name in British electronic music.
At Heathen Records, we stock a growing selection of Maribou State vinyl records in Australia, including acclaimed albums and releases from across their catalogue. Whether you're discovering their atmospheric electronic sound or adding contemporary downtempo music to your collection, explore Maribou State LPs available on vinyl from our independent Australian record store.
Maribou State's catalogue includes their acclaimed debut Portraits, the expansive follow-up Kingdoms in Colour and their third studio album Hallucinating Love. Tracks including Midas, The Clown, Steal, Feel Good, Turnmills, Blackoak and Otherside showcase their combination of intricate electronic production, soulful melodies and organic instrumentation. Their recordings feature collaborations with artists including Holly Walker, Khruangbin and Andreya Triana, creating a rich musical landscape that appeals to collectors of electronic, downtempo and alternative dance music.
Essential Maribou State Albums on Vinyl
Portraits (2015) – Maribou State's debut studio album introduced their distinctive fusion of downtempo electronica, trip hop, house and soulful instrumentation. Featuring Midas, The Clown, Steal, Wallflower and Rituals, the record combines intricate percussion, atmospheric synthesisers and expressive vocal collaborations. With contributions from Holly Walker and Pedestrian, the album creates an immersive listening experience built around warm textures, hypnotic rhythms and carefully layered arrangements. Its balance of electronic experimentation and melodic songwriting makes it an essential starting point for exploring Maribou State on vinyl.
Kingdoms in Colour (2018) – The duo's second studio album expands their sound with influences from global music, psychedelic soul, funk and contemporary electronic production. Featuring Feel Good with Khruangbin, Turnmills, Nervous Tics with Holly Walker, Glasshouses and Vale, the record combines vibrant percussion, organic instrumentation and atmospheric melodies. Its rich production and adventurous arrangements reflect the duo's growing musical confidence, making it a standout release for collectors of modern electronic music.
Hallucinating Love (2025) – Maribou State's third studio album marks their return following an extended period between releases, delivering a deeply atmospheric collection of electronic music, soul and organic instrumentation. Featuring Blackoak, Otherside with Holly Walker, Bloom, All I Need and Dance on the World, the record combines intricate rhythms, warm synthesisers and expressive vocal performances. Its immersive arrangements and emotionally rich production build on the duo's established sound while introducing new textures and musical influences, making it a compelling addition to their catalogue.
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