Ynys (Island) is the project of Dylan Hughes, ex-Race Horses and Radio Luxembourg.
As a live 5-piece band their ambitious sound palette combines melancholic harmonies over a soundtrack of 80’s sequencers, 70’s string machines and fuzz guitars.
From Aberystwyth, on the west coast of Wales, Ynys have released two albums on Libertino Records (Ynys 2022 and Dosbarth Nos 2024). Albums of off-kilter catchy and melancholic psychedelic pop songs, and both releases generated a buzz with glowing reviews including a 4-star review in Mojo Magazine. Ynys have been featured by the likes of Clash Magazine, Brooklyn Vegan, The Line of Best Fit and God Is In the TV. Festivals appearances include Other Voices, Greenman, In It Together, FOCUS Wales, Sŵn, as well as regular touring throughout the UK.
Ynys’ unique adventurous playful song craft have led to singles of the week on Amazing Radio, BBC Radio Wales, and 2 live sessions for BBC 6 Music’s Marc Riley show.
Ynys’ new album ‘Dosbarth Nos’ (Night Class) is out now on Libertino Records and was shortlisted for the Welsh Music Prize 2024.