Ui

Ui is a United States instrumental post-rock band from the 1990s, noted for a two-bass-and-drums setup and collaborative releases.

According to the review, Sasha Frere-Jones and Clem Waldman were involved in early formations; other names mentioned include Alex Wright, David Weeks and Wibo Wright. The band recorded albums including Unlike, Sidelong, Lifelike and Answers, plus EPs and a collaboration with Stereolab under the name Uilab.

The review praises Ui's inventive, rhythm-driven instrumental post-rock built around a two-bass-and-drums setup, highlighting the albums Sidelong and Lifelike. The writer values aesthetic judgment and finds the music both intelligent and fun. Sasha Frere-Jones' involvement is noted.

For:Listeners of experimental/post-rock and instrumental music; readers interested in rhythm-driven, unconventional band lineups.