Publicist

Publicist is the solo project of Sebastian Thomson, who is also known for work with Trans Am, Weird War and Dead Kids. The project is based in the United States and is described as existing between Washington, DC, New York and London, reflecting Thomson’s preference for travel over settling in one place.

Activity and performance

Publicist is a one-person act that contrasts with Thomson’s work in bands. He presents it as a project for making music both with friends and alone. Publicist has performed in Paris, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Baltimore, Washington, DC, London, Glasgow and Dublin. The act is also associated with floor-level performances rather than traditional stage setups.

Style

Publicist is tagged with electronic, electro, electropop, instrumental, house and disco, indicating a broadly electronic sound.