MOIST // DAVID ELFSTRÖM LILJA
Moist, the multifaceted producer, artist, and remixer, is the creative persona of David Elfström Lilja, originally from Söderhamn but now residing in Gävle, Sweden. In addition to his work as Moist, David also creates music under various other monikers, such as Árstraumur, Gränslöst, Numb, Just A Guy With A Laptop, and more.
At the age of 4, he began playing the drums and later, in 1984, acquired his first synthesizer, a Roland SH-101. In 2011, David founded the independent label I/O Music, which he continues to manage to this day.
On October 30, 2024, Moist released his third studio album, Refurbished, which features an exclusive collection of cover songs from the 80ies. The album includes 14 interpretations of his favorite songs, performed alongside guest artists such as Paul Rein, Johan Baeckström and Luna Joyce. From iconic hits like “Here Comes The Rain Again” and “I Wanna Know What Love Is” to more obscure gems like “King’s Cross” and “Any Second Now“, each song is a personal interpretation created in collaboration with friends.
AWARDS/NOMINATIONS
David has garnered three consecutive nominations for the Hollywood Music In Media Awards (2011, 2012, and 2013) and was honored with his hometown’s (Söderhamn) cultural prize in 2013 for his significant contributions to the local music and cultural scene.
REMIXES
Moist has earned recognition for his official remixes of prominent artists such as Pet Shop Boys, Red Snapper, Dilba, Lustans Lakejer and many others. His remix for Butterfly Boucher even secured a spot on Popservations’ (US) annual Top 25 Remixes list.
“Moist sounds and production have a timeless quality and depth and his influences demonstrate a musical heritage of the highest order. His work feels natural and he always manages to squeeze every drop of soul and beauty from a lyric and melody. His music is not out of place with the likes of Brian Eno and Moroder.”
– Rich Thair (Red Snapper)
MORE BACKGROUND
In 2012, Moist’s debut album, “Temporary Arrangements” was unveiled. The album’s first single, “Far Beyond The Endless” featuring Maria Marcus, was included in the Blank & Jones Collection “Chilltronica #2” alongside tracks from notable artists such as Moby, Depeche Mode, Brian Eno, and Trentemøller. This compilation swiftly climbed to the top spot in many european countries.
October 2018 saw the release of Moist’s second album, “Lavine” with Maria Marcus providing vocals on all tracks. The single “Berlin” gained traction on various charts in Europe and Australia.
Two singles have been released after the the album “Lavine”: “Hearts Burn Slow” and “Under My Skin,” featuring remixes by artists such as Tangerine Dream, Kebu, and Red Snapper.
“Your song is a dream, The singer is gorgeous, I love her voice much, brings me to tears.”
– Wolfgang Flür (Kraftwerk)
about Hearts Burn Slow
Söderhamns Culture Prize
For significant contributions to the music & cultural life
Worlds Collide
nominated for a HMMA 2013
Me And You
nominated for a HMMA 2012
Far Beyond The Endless
nominated for a HMMA 2011