CYLS

CYLS—the German–Swiss project of Niels Nijim and Cyril Monnard—works where beat-driven electronica meets long-form ambient drone. Saturated guitars, granular textures, and disciplined rhythmic cells create a mesmerizing pull, balancing precision with weight and space. Split between Lausanne and Salzwedel, the duo compose, record, and mix across both locations, shaping a coherent aesthetic from different rooms and signal chains. Along the way, CYLS have welcomed outside perspectives through select collaborations and remixes—most notably from Oval and Larkian—expanding their palette without diluting its core. The result is music that feels intimate yet widescreen: deep, powerful, and quietly intense.

Lausanne, Switzerland / Salzwedel, Germany