Syd.31 was formed by Dr Magic, having previously only worked in traditional ska and punk bands. Somewhat by accident, he formed a retro, low-fi synth band with a couple of friends and Population were conceived. Within 18 months and by word of mouth alone, Population’s reputation earned them collaborations with a number of established artists such as Sonic Boom Six, Noisuf-X (appearing on the ‘Dead End District’ album) and Nachtmahr, appearing...