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There are some artists whose music seems to exist in its own world, unconcerned with trends, algorithms or the pressures of modern music-making. Sydney-based producer Perth Lewis is one of them. Working largely from a modest home studio, Perth Lewis (real name Luke Fugar) has quietly built a reputation as one of the most exciting names emerging from the global Balearic community. His atmospheric blend of hazy electronics, sun-drenched melodies, dub-wise rhythms and evocative