On graduating in 2010 from Birmingham Conservatoire with a degree in Classical & Contemporary Music Composition, Raffertie had already become established in the world of electronic music. Recognised as both a producer and DJ he has a reputation for performances filled with a dynamic energy that saw him play across Europe from Fabric to Space as well as festivals Glastonbury and Bestival before he had graduated.
Raffertie has experimented with numerous styles, displaying the depth of his production skill across releases for Planet Mu, Black Acre, Super Recordings, Domino, Atlantic, Moshi Moshi and Ninja Tune for which he has received accolades from Simon Reynolds, Huw Stephens and Mary Anne Hobbes.
Hobbes first championed Raffertie when he did a session for her on 7 January 2008 on her BBC Radio 1 Experimental show. He also did another session on BBC Radio 1 for Rob Da Bank in June 2009.
In April 2009, Raffertie's first remix of the Scottish act Franz Ferdinand "No You Girls" (the original reached No. 22 in the UK Singles Chart) was released on Domino. Also, in 2009 Raffertie played at Glade Festival and his track "Do dat" featured on A Trak's Fabric Live 45 mix in March.
"7th dimension," released on Planet Mu, was record of the week on Nick Grimshaw's show on BBC Radio 1 for the week of 18 January 2010.
After graduating in 2010, Raffertie founded Super Recordings and, in 2011, signed a record deal with independent UK record label, Ninja Tune.
"Visual Acuity EP," his first physical release for Ninja Tune was record of the week on Nick Grimshaw's show on BBC Radio 1, who described it as "Crazy, but so, so good." It also received airplay from Rob Da Bank, Lauren Laverne, Huw Stephens, Jen Long and Mary Anne Hobbs.
The debut album Sleep of Reason was released in August 2013 on Ninja Tune.
Gagging Order
Raffertie Lyrics
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I know just what you're thinking about
The lyrics to Raffertie's song "Gagging Order" touches on themes of betrayal, mistrust, and the inability to connect with someone on a deeper level. The line "I just can't give with you" suggests that the singer is unable to fully give themselves to the person they are addressing, perhaps due to a lack of trust or a sense of betrayal on the other person's part. The following line "I know just what you're thinking about" further emphasizes this sense of mistrust, with the singer feeling as though they can accurately predict the other person's intentions or thoughts. This could be a reflection of a toxic relationship dynamic or an indication of the singer's own insecurities and inability to open up to others.
The lyrics of "Gagging Order" are accompanied by a haunting, hypnotic melody that highlights the sense of tension and despair conveyed by the words. Raffertie's use of layered vocals and powerful instrumentation add to the emotional weight of the song, creating a powerful and immersive listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
I just can't give with you
I am unable to agree or conform with your actions or ideas.
I know just what you're thinking about
I have knowledge of what is on your mind and what you are contemplating.
Contributed by Michael D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.