About
Welsh Singer / Songwriter Anthony Price, Songwriter / Producer Wayne Bassett & Figurative Artist Michael Gustavius Payne.
Hailing from the South Wales Valleys, with songs that germinate into a hybrid of Alt Indie and sublime Electronica, Folk-rock, Indie pop, Shoegaze... Think a kaleidoscope melting pot of EELS / World Party / Radiohead / Massive Attack / Teenage Fanclub / Carole King / Badly Drawn Boy / Peter Gabriel / Death Cab for Cutie / Neil Young / R.E.M. & The Beach Boys... and you have dunkie.
"From the beautiful tree lined mountains of Wales emanates a sound that naturally branches out across Folk, Indie-tronic, 60s’ Psychedelia and Rootsy Dream-Pop. This kaleido-sonic tapestry conveys the light and shade of the human condition, while ruminating poetically and melodically from two musicians with clear, yet eclectic visions for each meticulously crafted tune." - Wintercroft Designs, UK
## Available as a one-time pressing and limited to only 250 copies ##
Pre-Order WORKING TO DESIGN via Broken 8 Records NOW
** Have Your Name Included Within The LP Gatefold Credits PRE-ORDER NOW!! **
Previously available as a digital download and Limited CD Box Set, and originally released in 2020 on SWND Records the album is dedicated to the memories and lives of loved ones and is both a personal and professional triumph; showcasing a wonderfully complex and textured journey that delves deep into the human condition, bringing to light heartfelt musings on life, death, love and inevitable loss.
‘Working to Design’, a unique and beautifully crafted debut about life, time, and enduring memories, will now be available for the very first time exclusively on vinyl in collaboration with Sydney, Australia Record Label 'Broken 8 Records' and dunkie. The album comes complete with:
- DOUBLE LP on Clear Vinyl with Green and Black splatter
- A gatefold outer sleeve,
- A lavish 8 page art booklet featuring original work by Michael Gustavius Payne, and an exclusive, and
- Plus EXCLUSIVE 7” single featuring two new cuts, 'Choke {feat. Mali Davies}' and 'The Vanishing', taken from the latest EP "The Vanishing and Other Stories" on 'Dirty Carrot Records', Newport, South Wales, UK.
- Available as a one-time pressing, numbered and limited to only 250 copies
A testament to its textured genius and enduring quality, the Limited Edition CD Box was inducted into the National Library of Wales and the National British Library Sound Archive in London in the same years of its release, and so Broken 8 Records are proud to be bringing it to vinyl for the very first time.
The individually numbered signed contents of this Limited Edition Compact Disc Box Set includes:
'Working To Design' - Listen Here
(Welsh Poet, Playwright, Filmmaker)
"A glorious piece of art. Truly special. Wonderful artwork - check it out. A labour of love and truth." - Patrick Jones
The Big Takeover (NEW YORK, USA)
"This is some sublime stuff, with a beaut
EclecticMusicLover (CALIFORNIA, USA)
"I feel safe in saying that Working to Design is a true masterpiece in every respect. It’s quite honestly one of the most perfectly-crafted albums I’ve ever had the pleasure of hearing." - Jeff Archuleta
Broken 8 Records (SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA)
"A work of personal and professional triumph. One of our most anticipated debut albums, ‘Working To Design’ is a complex and textured journey that delves deep into the human condition, bringing to light heartfelt musings on life, death, love and inevitable loss." - Tom Bedward
About Sound (NEWPORT, SOUTH WALES, UK)
"It is highly probable that “Working to Design” won’t get anywhere the attention it deserves, in fact that’s pretty much impossible. It is clear though, that it will bring joy to those lucky enough to not only listen to the album, but fully immerse themselves in what is an entirely wholesome experience." - Gavin Facey
Colours Through The Air (ENGLAND, UK)
"This is a wonderful album with so much depth and intricate detail, from start to finish. Highly recommended." - Julie Fowler
ChunkyChoiceCuts, Jacs Radio (WALES, UK)
"An incredible body of work, there are many many bands who throughout an entire career will NEVER write or produce an album of this quality. The songs bleed into each other creating a sense of belonging and links them together beautifully. It is a huge sound and it completely envelops you. A submersive experience." - Gareth Dyton
It's Indie Music and We Know It (ENGLAND, UK)
"Each of the tracks intricately combines beautiful lyrics and music that defines a sound that has the welcoming feeling of an old friend but still feels as if it is bang on trend. It's important to note that the music is just part of what this album promotes. Every song is represented by a piece of art, to back up the message that the song tries to impart (by acclaimed South Wales Figurative Artist Michael Gustavius Payne)." - Davv Young
Welsh Music Podcast (WALES, UK)
"The breadth of the project is impressive too encapsulating genres of indie, folk, synth and alt-rock. Can A Song Save Your Life and Rabbit Hole juxtapose touching, heartfelt lyrics and melody with uplifting instrumentation." - Neil Collins / James Cuff / David Owens
"A glorious piece of art. Truly special. Wonderful artwork - check it out. A labour of love and truth." - Patrick Jones
The Big Takeover (NEW YORK, USA)
"This is some sublime stuff, with a beaut
EclecticMusicLover (CALIFORNIA, USA)
"I feel safe in saying that Working to Design is a true masterpiece in every respect. It’s quite honestly one of the most perfectly-crafted albums I’ve ever had the pleasure of hearing." - Jeff Archuleta
Broken 8 Records (SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA)
"A work of personal and professional triumph. One of our most anticipated debut albums, ‘Working To Design’ is a complex and textured journey that delves deep into the human condition, bringing to light heartfelt musings on life, death, love and inevitable loss." - Tom Bedward
About Sound (NEWPORT, SOUTH WALES, UK)
"It is highly probable that “Working to Design” won’t get anywhere the attention it deserves, in fact that’s pretty much impossible. It is clear though, that it will bring joy to those lucky enough to not only listen to the album, but fully immerse themselves in what is an entirely wholesome experience." - Gavin Facey
Colours Through The Air (ENGLAND, UK)
"This is a wonderful album with so much depth and intricate detail, from start to finish. Highly recommended." - Julie Fowler
ChunkyChoiceCuts, Jacs Radio (WALES, UK)
"An incredible body of work, there are many many bands who throughout an entire career will NEVER write or produce an album of this quality. The songs bleed into each other creating a sense of belonging and links them together beautifully. It is a huge sound and it completely envelops you. A submersive experience." - Gareth Dyton
It's Indie Music and We Know It (ENGLAND, UK)
"Each of the tracks intricately combines beautiful lyrics and music that defines a sound that has the welcoming feeling of an old friend but still feels as if it is bang on trend. It's important to note that the music is just part of what this album promotes. Every song is represented by a piece of art, to back up the message that the song tries to impart (by acclaimed South Wales Figurative Artist Michael Gustavius Payne)." - Davv Young
Welsh Music Podcast (WALES, UK)
"The breadth of the project is impressive too encapsulating genres of indie, folk, synth and alt-rock. Can A Song Save Your Life and Rabbit Hole juxtapose touching, heartfelt lyrics and melody with uplifting instrumentation." - Neil Collins / James Cuff / David Owens
'Working To Design' - Read Full Reviews Here
'The Vanishing and Other Stories' EP - Listen Here:
Welsh Music Podcast, WALES, UK
"Packed with poetic lyrics delivering a powerful message, he timing of this release is all the more poignant given the predicament we currently find ourselves in. A remarkable journey exploring the human condition." - Neil Collins / James Cuff / David Owens
EclecticMusicLover, California, USA
"DUNKIE returns with a lovely five-track EP The Vanishing and Other Stories, another wonderful collaborative effort featuring an eclectic mix of stylistic elements ranging from rock, folk and pop to electronic and alt-country.... (they've) gone and done it again, creating another work of musical art that’s as perfect as it could possibly be. The Vanishing and Other Stories is a gorgeous, expertly-crafted little EP, and a testament to the impressive talents of Price, Bassett, and everyone else involved in its production." - Jeff Archuleta
R.C.T Bands! (Past & Present), Wales, UK
"You need to listen to these tracks through a good set of headphones and really appreciate the workmanship. The simplicity of sounds and music, yet brilliant mixing and production over five uniquely different vocal offerings. The only criticism I do have is that it an EP. I’m greedy and want another full album – especially if they are all this quality. I’m looking forward to walking home from work on Friday now! 6 / 6 Stars" - Grayson Jones
Colours Through The Air, England, UK
"(Working To Design was) one of the best albums of that year and a unique masterpiece, full of wonderful song writing and artwork. The thing I love about this band is their ability to create something so powerful and moving so effortlessly. On this new EP they continue to do that. It opens with 'The Vanishing' which is really haunting and beautiful." - Julie Fowler
I Don't Hear A Single, England, UK
"Intelligently rounded, beautifully arranged... This EP is exceptional... a beautiful listen" - Don Valentine
About Sound, Wales, UK
"Evocative.. pensive.. layered, texted songs... weaving into your subconsciousness, making you think and ponder the fragility of it all. The arrangements are without fault." - Gavin Facey
It's Indie and We Know It, England, UK
"A piece of art that will delight anyone who appreciates the delicate weaving together of a tapestry of sounds that together form a musical masterpiece. A collection of five new songs, each crafted to perfection." - Davv Young
Broken 8 Records, Sydney, Australia
"A worthy successor to ‘Working to Design’, the new EP is another work of musical art. Filled with gorgeous melodies and honest, human emotion, it’s a collection that will impress even the most stoic and stone-hearted of critics." - Tom Bedward
The Vanishing and Other Stories EP - Read full reviews here
Official Music Videos
Rabbit Hole (Official Video)
Can A Song Save Your Life? (Official Video)
If It Ends (Official Video)
