Question 1

True or false: He collaborated with Pharaoh Sanders on the critically acclaimed album 'Promises'.

Accepted Answer

True. Released in 2021, 'Promises' featured the late jazz legend Pharaoh Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra.

Question 2

True or false: His track 'Silhouette' was written entirely using a single vintage Fairlight CMI sampler.

Accepted Answer

False. 'Silhouette' uses layered synths and orchestral samples, but wasn't limited to a single Fairlight CMI.

Question 3

True or false: His debut album 'Elaenia' was entirely composed using modular synthesizers.

Accepted Answer

False. 'Elaenia' used a mix of analog synths, live instruments, and a full orchestra; not purely modular.

Question 4

True or false: Floating Points' real name is Sam Shepherd, and he holds a PhD in neuroscience.

Accepted Answer

True. He earned a PhD in neuroscience from the University of Oxford, studying sensory perception and music.

Question 5

True or false: He once remixed a track by classical composer John Cage using only field recordings.

Accepted Answer

True. In 2018, he created a rework of Cage's '4'33"' using environmental sounds for a charity compilation.

Question 6

True or false: Floating Points once performed a live set on the International Space Station.

Accepted Answer

False. No electronic musician has performed live from space; this is a common sci-fi myth.

Question 7

True or false: He founded the record label 'Melodies International' to reissue rare funk and disco tracks.

Accepted Answer

True. Launched in 2016, the label focuses on obscure 45s and archival gems from the 1970s and 80s.

Question 8

True or false: Floating Points' set at Glastonbury 2023 featured a full 40-piece orchestra.

Accepted Answer

False. He performed with a smaller ensemble at Glastonbury 2023; the 40-piece orchestra was for 'Promises' concerts.

Floating Points Trivia Questions