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Where are you currently based? I currently live in Adelaide near the water! How did you first start playing music? I started playing music when I was 16ish I actually just decided to dust off my brothers old guitar and look up some YouTube tutorials on how to play songs I liked at the time. What's been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far? I’ve just finally released the EP 'Coping Mechanisms' via Dew Process which I’m super happy to be able to share. Covid has obviously impacted music and arts this year but personally it hasn’t been too bad for me.  I’ve enjoyed a bit of down time. The one thing I miss the most is playing live and touring so I’m looking forward to potentially getting back at it and doing that in the somewhat near future. Fingers crossed!  How did you go about writing Coping Mechanisms and what does this EP mean to you? I wrote the EP across 2018 and 2019. I think this EP to me is finding hope in darker times and strength in small things even when it feels impossible. Where and when did you record/produce EP? Who did you work with? I recorded the EP towards the end of 2019 in Melbourne’s Shed Studios with John Castle. Other collaborators I worked closely with on this EP are my great friends Benjamin Tamblyn and Mario Spate, as well as writing with Joel Quartmaine & Konny Kersting.   What did you find most challenging and rewarding throughout the process?  I think the challenge wasn’t so much the creation and writing of the music but persevering through personal issues while trying to remain creatively energised and enthused. Completing the EP and more so releasing it has been the rewarding part and seeing how it has resonated with others. Any live shows coming up? December 11th in Adelaide at JIVE I’ll be playing my first headline show of the year and I’m over the moon about it. What do you like to do away from music? Cooking, crafting, walking my doggo, binging tv series and seeing my fam and friends. 
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by the partae November 24, 2020
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Where are you currently based?

I currently live in Adelaide near the water!

How did you first start playing music?

I started playing music when I was 16ish I actually just decided to dust off my brothers old guitar and look up some YouTube tutorials on how to play songs I liked at the time.

What’s been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far?

I’ve just finally released the EP ‘Coping Mechanisms’ via Dew Process which I’m super happy to be able to share. Covid has obviously impacted music and arts this year but personally it hasn’t been too bad for me.  I’ve enjoyed a bit of down time. The one thing I miss the most is playing live and touring so I’m looking forward to potentially getting back at it and doing that in the somewhat near future. Fingers crossed!

How did you go about writing Coping Mechanisms and what does this EP mean to you?

I wrote the EP across 2018 and 2019. I think this EP to me is finding hope in darker times and strength in small things even when it feels impossible.

Where and when did you record/produce EP? Who did you work with?

I recorded the EP towards the end of 2019 in Melbourne’s Shed Studios with John Castle. Other collaborators I worked closely with on this EP are my great friends Benjamin Tamblyn and Mario Spate, as well as writing with Joel Quartmaine & Konny Kersting.

What did you find most challenging and rewarding throughout the process? 

I think the challenge wasn’t so much the creation and writing of the music but persevering through personal issues while trying to remain creatively energised and enthused. Completing the EP and more so releasing it has been the rewarding part and seeing how it has resonated with others.

Any live shows coming up?

December 11th in Adelaide at JIVE I’ll be playing my first headline show of the year and I’m over the moon about it.

What do you like to do away from music?

Cooking, crafting, walking my doggo, binging tv series and seeing my fam and friends.

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AUSSIE MUSICIANS EVES KARYDAS, L-FRESH THE LION & MIKE WATERS MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN LEAD UP TO MUSICIANS MAKING A DIFFERENCE DAY (MMAD DAY) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4
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AUSSIE MUSICIANS EVES KARYDAS, L-FRESH THE LION & MIKE WATERS MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN LEAD UP TO MUSICIANS MAKING A DIFFERENCE DAY (MMAD DAY) FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4

by the partae November 24, 2020
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L-Fresh the Lion, Eves Karydas & Mike Waters have opened up about their struggles with mental health in candid conversations with Danny Clayton in the hope that others will know they’re not alone and find inspiration and healing through their music.

Queensland born songstress Karydas first started working through her battle with anxiety when recording new music when she first moved to London.

“I was trying to take advantage of the opportunity, but I just had this dark cloud hanging over my head. It was a pain in the butt.” – Singer/songwriter Eves Karydas

Karydas talks through ways she’s dealt with anxiety and how she’s used those feelings to motivate her songwriting, resulting in the creation of one of 2020’s strongest pop indie releases, “Complicated”.

As a way to combat his own mental health issues, Mike Waters reflected on his own dealing process, inspiring his song “I’m Doing Fine” which has ticked over one million plays on Spotify alone. Mike breaks down how a moment of not feeling okay, went on to inspire his song and important conversations with the people closest in his life.

“I was really struggling and I felt like it was going to be this way forever, once I started reaching out to people I realised I’m not the only one who feels like this.” – Melbourne singer/songwriter Mike Waters

Sydney’s own L-Fresh the Lion’s journey with music started as one of self discovery and understanding his identity. Through music he’s discovered more about himself as well as how to tell his own story through his acclaimed lyrics.

“Hip Hop values authenticity, If I want to be like Tupac I can’t tell his story, I can only tell my story, so what is my story?” – Sydney hip-hop icon L-Fresh the Lion

These important conversations have been released in the lead up to Musicians Making A Difference Day (MMAD Day) on Friday December 4, a day dedicated to amplifying the power of music in creating positive change in the world and bringing awareness to the work of Australian music youth charity, MMAD.

“If you are going through a hard time you are absolutely not alone. I hope this series or my episode reaches you in some way; sending everyone lots of love.” – Eves Karydas

Listen to the Music Saved Me podcast, proudly supported by Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation, Sony Foundation, Universal Music Australia & Verizon Media.

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ABOUT MUSIC SAVED ME PODCAST

In this series of down to earth interviews, well-known and emerging artists engage in raw, relatable and compelling conversations about how music has supported them through their most difficult times, and sometimes even helped them survive.

Musicians Making A Difference created podcast Music Saved Me hit the #1 spot for Music podcasts in Australia as well as hitting #6 in Music podcasts in Japan and the overall #4 in all time charts for Music Interview podcasts. Hosted by charismatic music personality Danny Clayton, Music Saved Me featuring musicians including Conrad Sewell, Eves Karydas, Isaiah Firebrace, Mike Waters, Paul Dempsey, Illy, GRAACE and many more. New episodes will be released weekly with the final two episodes released on Musicians Making A Difference Day (MMAD Day) – Friday December 4.

The podcast Music Saved Me is proudly supported by Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation. Major podcast supporter, Jennifer Leslie, Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation Chair adds: “Our relationship with Musicians Making a Difference has positively impacted the lives of young people facing disadvantage and marginalisation for nearly a decade. We are proud to continue our support with this brilliant and deeply authentic new series and encourage people to listen and share it as a tool to reach and impact young people in need. Music Saved Me uses the power of storytelling and digital channels to reach people who may feel alone in overcoming their personal struggles. The project brings together relatable role models with MMAD’s positive messages to empower young people to make a change for good in their lives.”

In addition to the ongoing support of Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation, MMAD acknowledges the support from the music industry for this important project, especially partners Sony Foundation for delivering artists including foundation ambassador Conrad Sewell, GRAACE, Illy, Mitch Tambo and Mike Waters; MMAD Day co-creators Universal Music Australia for introducing Eves Karydas and Paul Dempsey, and Verizon Media for opening their production studio for special recordings with inspirational MMAD graduates.

ABOUT MMAD DAY

Each year, Musicians Making A Difference (MMAD) unites with Universal Music Australia and the Australian music industry to highlight the power of music by sharing inspirational stories of those who create it.

We unite 10 MMAD graduates with mentors from Universal Music Australia to build a creative campaign that will inspire young people around the world to make positive social and personal change.

Some of the biggest musicians in the world have supported MMAD Day, including Niall Horan, Troye Sivan, Dean Lewis, Vera Blue,  Yungblud, Tove  Lo, Ryan Tedder from One Republic, Alessia Cara, Conrad Sewell, Julia Michaels, Michael  Franti, Pez, Tina Arena, Ngaiire  and many more!
This #MMADday on December 4, MMAD is encouraging everyone to share a song that has positively impacted your life in 2020, or take a selfie using the hashtag #MusicSavedMe, tagging @mmadaustralia.

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ABOUT MUSICIANS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Musicians Making A Difference (MMAD) is an Australian charity that uses the power of music, dance and mentoring to create long term social and community change, reaching over 20,000 at risk young Australians every year across 15 communities, and a further 1.5 million people through online initiatives like MMAD Day.

MMAD provides creative support to children and young people who may be vulnerable, marginalised or at-risk of serious harm, through challenges such as homelessness, mental illness, inequality, exclusion from school, family breakdown, drug and alcohol dependency and poverty. The organisation empowers graduates to rise up, break the cycle and create social change.

ABOUT NEWCASTLE PERMANENT CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation distributes approximately $1.5 million in grants each year to facilitate charitable and community projects to help rewrite the future of those in need. Now, and for generations to come. The projects supported address disadvantage, marginalisation and isolation in local communities throughout the Hunter, Central West, Central Coast, New England, Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers regions of NSW. Since its establishment in 2003, the Charitable Foundation has granted $22 million to 496 community initiatives.

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DJ AND PRODUCER ASPEN KING DELIVERS FIERCE SOUND OF 'FALLING' Out now on Heldeep Records
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DJ AND PRODUCER ASPEN KING DELIVERS FIERCE SOUND OF ‘FALLING’ Out now on Heldeep Records

by the partae November 23, 2020
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DJ and producer Aspen King has acquired an immense taste in electronic music over the years. Coming from a techno & house background, she puts her own unique twist to her productions. With her latest track ‘Falling’ Aspen King now debuts on Heldeep Records and she’s ready to show the world what she’s got.

Kicking off the track with a catchy beat that cuts through the track, Aspen King knows how to get your attention right from the start. Shortly after a stunning voice is added, which intertwines with the uplifting beat perfectly. Punchy, chunky beats pump the track along and the reverbs and pitch-shifting sounds continue to keep your attention until the last beats have faded away.

Proving her diversity once again, Aspen King’s diverse background pays off on ‘Falling’. After making her debut in 2018 the rising talent has gained recognition in the music community among others her slamming EP ‘Say Something’ Aspen King has proven to be one to watch!

About Heldeep Records:
International superstar Oliver Heldens founded Heldeep Records to create a platform to showcase the new music of budding producers after receiving 1000s of demos. Since 2014, Heldeep Records has grown from a modest imprint into a fully-fledged label, featuring respected mainstay acts like ALOK, Chocolate Puma, & Dada Life as well as hosting stages at leading festivals across the globe like Tomorrowland, Mysteryland, Electric Forest, Spring Awakening Music Festival and South West Four. Heldeep artists are showcased weekly on Heldeep Radio, which is syndicated across 91 stations, in 66 countries and reaches 118 million people a week.

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FFRR / HIGHER GROUND DIPLO & SONNY FODERA – ‘TURN BACK TIME’ OUT NOW
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DIPLO & SONNY FODERA COLLABORATE ON UK HOUSE MUSIC HEATER ‘TURN BACK TIME’

by the partae November 23, 2020
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DIPLO & SONNY FODERA – ‘TURN BACK TIME’
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Legendary House Music label FFRR and Diplo’s Higher Ground continue their flurry of outstanding releases with ‘Turn Back Time’, a sensational collaboration between two of the scene’s most exciting major players, Diplo and Sonny Fodera.

Bringing together their combined production prowess they deliver a new track with unquestionable dancefloor appeal. This new release is full of old skool piano stabs, a sublime vocal, bouncy beats and an infectious electronic bass line that instantly hooks you; all coming together to make a track that has a feel-good vibe running throughout.

“Turn Back Time was born out of a late night session with me & Diplo. I was on tour in LA at the time, playing some amazing shows, meeting some really cool people and feeling super inspired by my surroundings. I played Turn Back Time in some of my last live shows and the response was so crazy, we knew we had to release it! Enjoy… and let’s hope I can drop this one LIVE for you all 

Fresh off the back of another standout crossover dance release ‘Wired’ feat Ella Eyre, Sonny Fodera’s once again showcases how his production style just works. Having remixed the biggest names in the genre, Sonny has worked with an impressive string of leading artists including Calvin Harris, Disciples, MK and many more. Mixmag noted him as “one of the biggest draws in house” having sensationally sold out the London Printworks in 24 hours. It’s clear that Sonny is a rapidly rising talent, with more than a dozen top ten releases via Beatport, several studio albums and having performed at the world’s most renowned clubs and festivals.

Diplo is as an artist who needs little introduction as his musical credentials speak for themselves. His recent release ‘Looking For Me’ with Paul Woolford and Kareen Lomax sensationally clocked over 80 million combined streams, gaining a US  #1 dance chart in the process.  Simultaneously he brought us ‘On My Mind’ with fellow US producers SIDEPIECE, achieving ‘Track Of The Week’ on Radio 1, becoming a Tik Tok viral phenomenon, breaking through the 70 million streams mark and was a BRIT certified Gold. Diplo has also released his genre bending country album and is the driving force behind incredible acts such as Major Lazer, Silk City, LSD and Jack Ü. He has produced for Beyonce, Madonna, The Weeknd and M.I.A. He is one of the most renowned contemporary and in demand producers of our time with three Grammy wins and multiple nominations to his name.

With a brand-new video in the pipeline and the track already teased in the artists DJ sets ‘Turn Back Time’ will no doubt follow on the success of their recent releases, brought to you by FFRR a tried and tested label delivering dance anthems for decades.

Diplo & Sonny Fodera’s ‘Turn Back Time’ is out now FFRR / Higher Ground

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BOILERS deliver massive hit on their remake of the globally adored ‘Kiss Me’ Out now on OH₂ Records
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BOILERS deliver massive hit on their remake of the globally adored ‘Kiss Me’ Out now on OH₂ Records

by the partae November 23, 2020
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The fact that Anders and Andreas, the faces behind BOILERS, have never met before doesn’t stand in the way of them releasing their first promising hit on OH₂ Records. Living on opposite sides of Denmark, the duo started working together during the COVID-19 lockdown and has been producing through Zoom meetings. On their remake of the famous 1997 ballad  ‘Kiss Me’, originally by Sixpence None The Richer, the creative geniuses prove that not even a global pandemic can’t hold them back from producing this hit-in-making.

Using the original vocals and sweet guitar licks to open up the track, BOILERS know how to produce a goosebump inducing throwback. After the beat drops the original tune makes room for some highly-energetic melodies combined with the original vocal samples. Manipulating the frequencies, pulsing synth tones come rushing in accompanied by groovy build-ups. BOILERS’ version of ‘Kiss Me’ elevates this classic to be enjoyed in a fresh new way by every generation.

BOILERS’ remake of ‘Kiss Me’ is set to be the second release on Oliver Heldens’ brand-new OH₂ Records. “After releasing my own ‘Set Me Free’ on OH₂ Records last week, I knew the second track had to have huge potential to set the tone for all upcoming releases on my new label. I have a lot of faith in this track by BOILERS and I can’t wait for the world to hear it.” says international superstar Oliver Heldens.

With the original track coming in second in the Billboard Hot 100 in 1999 and staying in the top 100 for 33 weeks, ‘Kiss Me’ gained worldwide success, landing No.1 in the Australian and Canadian singles chart and No.2 in the United States. Reaching the top 10 in Germany, Greece, Italy and the UK among others and peaking the top 20 in The Netherlands, Iceland, Wallonia and Sweden. In June 1999, BBC Television in the United Kingdom used the song as a closing theme for the BBC One broadcast coverage of Prince Edward’s royal wedding and in an interview with Vogue, Taylor Swift stated ‘Kiss Me’ was the very first song that she learned to play on the guitar when she was 12 years old. With its impressive resumé it is safe to say that ‘Kiss Me’ is one of the greatest hits of all time and we can’t wait for the BOILERS remake to follow its path.

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After launching his first label Heldeep Records in 2014, international superstar Oliver Heldens felt it was time to focus on the dance/pop side of the scene. Kick-starting his newest label OH₂ Records with the release of his own track ‘Set Me Free’, the bar for the label is set high. The first artists are being signed to the label as we speak and are very promising to say the least. With Heldeep Records releasing the taste maker club and house records, OH₂ Records is ready to dominate the industry with more commercial leaning, steaming focused productions.

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Hot Donnas
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by the partae November 23, 2020
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What is your name and role within the Hot Donnas? 

Jacob – Frontman syndrome

George – Animal/drummer

Gene – Unemployed/bass player

Mitchel – Lead Guitar

Where are you currently based?

Out of the Dirty D (Dunedin NZ).

How did you first start playing music? 

We all picked up an instrument at an early age. Primary school years spent taking lessons and gradually improving, developing a deep passion for music in our own ways. George and Mitchell played together in high school and Jake was also in a band. Hot Donnas seemed like such a natural fit for four dudes who needed a more social way to keep the practice up.

What’s been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far?

We’ve all been pretty lucky being based in New Zealand during covid. Though there was a pretty big stoppage in the music/gig scene here we’ve been out of lockdown for a while now and been able to pick up the odd gig here and there. Stoked as to be able to release a long awaited EP about a week ago that we’re all really happy with! Keen as to rip into some summer gigs over the next couple of months and get loud on stage.

Your new EP ‘The Adventures of E-WAN’ is out now, what influenced the sound and songwriting?

This EP was a long time coming. We are always writing songs and have always got something that we’ve jammed sitting in the wings just waiting to be finished off. “Adventures of E-WAN” was a collection of the best songs we had written over the course of 2019, inspired by our continued progression into a more Rock’n’Roll sound and determination to make sure we got the overall sound right. Over the past few years our sound has changed a lot and it has been a massive learning experience for us to redefine it in the studio. Drawing influences from punk and metal, while also still trying to maintain melody and keep our tunes approachable for all humans, we did a lot of listening back to our old stuff and basically tried to fill all the gaps that we thought were made evident through our previous releases.

How did you go about writing The Adventures of E-WAN?

We’d had these songs locked in the chamber for well over a year before the release. George and Jacob lived in a flat together in 2019 and were able set up a spacious jamming area for us to practice, and after the release of our second album ‘Dirty Paradise’ we were all very keen to take our time and really knuckle down some solid tracks over the course of that year. We were jamming 3-4 times a week at peak and playing gigs every other week on top of that, which allowed us to develop our sound nicely.

Where and when did you record/produce?

We recorded the EP down at Radio One Studios in the University Campus just down the road with sound engineer Steven Marr – really stoked to be able to work with such a talented guy! This was around August/November of last year. Once we got the tracks laid down we took the stems to our mate Dan Harris who then mixed em up. This process all took roughly 3/4 months.

How’s the reaction from fans been so far?

We’ve had a pretty good reception so far! Along with the EP we were lucky enough to make up a couple of music videos which people have seemed to enjoy. Had some sick as write ups from some Aus and New Zealand horns which compare us to the sounds of Arctic Monkeys and Queens of the Stone Age – how good is that one!

You toured Australia once before, how was the tour and what were are your thoughts on playing the Aussie shows?

Our Australian tour was a lot of fun and definitely something we want to do again real soon. We learned a lot while we were over the ditch and grew a lot as a band also. We love how hard the Australian crowds mosh and get into the music, makes playing live a lot of fun. Can’t wait to get back over the ditch.

What did you most enjoy about being in Australia?

Easily our best memories were with The Darrans, who we met and toured with while in the country in 2019. We learnt a lot from that trip, and made some of the best memories. Having some top tier blokes like that dumped into our laps like that was the best luck we could have asked for, because having some locals on the ground who have been around the place once or twice before really helped our confidence and ability to soldier through to the end.

Do you have plans to head back to Australia any time soon?

It’s all covid dependent really. We would have been super keen to head back over this year but that all turned to custard. As soon as the opportunity arises and it’s all safe and sound we’ll most definitely be taking it!

Who are you listening to at the moment?

Loads of hip hop, like NAS, Big L, Mobb Deep and revisiting Kendrick for the 1000th time…

Parkway Drive, Meshuggah, Gallows, Pearl Jam etc.

What do you like to do away from music?

We enjoy playing and watching sport. A couple of us play basketball and follow the NBA. Most of us follow Rugby union as well, like all good New Zealanders do. Jake likes trying to skateboard but he sucks.. Only one way to get better though. We also watch a bit of t.v as well.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021?

We have a gig on crate day (If you don’t know what crate day is then definitely google it) and we are also lucky enough to play at Rhythm & Vines Festival in Gisborne. Next year we are gonna pull our fingers out and start gigging and practicing like there’s no tomorrow. We wanna release another album and play as many shows as possible, hopefully jump the ditch if Covid allows us.

Favourite food and place to hangout?

We eat a lot of rice balls, they’re nutritious and cost effective. There’s a shop in Dunedin called Cafe Tokyo that make the best rice balls, perfect ratio of rice and chicken. Nachos are also a favourite in the Hot Donnas camp. It’s the only meal George knows how to cook so hes perfected the recipe.

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SHYJANA releases 'TOP SPOT'
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Western Sydney star SHYJANA releases exhilarating new single ‘TOP SPOT’

by the partae November 23, 2020
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Building a successful music career in Australia can be difficult, even more so in Western Sydney – but artist SHYJANA, has been defying all odds – and not even her house burning down will stop her from getting to the top.
For many, going through an ordeal like witnessing your house and all your possessions burning to ashes would mean giving up on your dreams, but not for this Western Sydney girl.

Titled ‘TOP SPOT” SHYJANA’s newest track is raw, with lyrics traversing the Western Sydney artists battles, perseverance, and her hunger to succeed.

“I want TOP SPOT to inspire everyone. You can do whatever you put your mind too.” – SHYJANA

SHYJANA’s vocals flow between rapid fragments and calming slices that when placed together give the song an addicting quality.
Releasing through boutique label VENTURE ARTISTS, the song has a perfect place in anyone’s playlist – from an upbeat party environment, to laying in your room, basking in the light of the fleeting sunset. ‘TOP SPOT’ is a surprise hit.

“I’m super excited for people to hear what I have been working on, the music I’m about to release is a side to me people have never seen before, I can’t wait for everyone to hear it” – SHYJANA

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Melbourne duo HARVES return with brooding new single, ‘THE RIVER’
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Melbourne duo HARVES return with brooding new single, ‘THE RIVER’

by the partae November 23, 2020
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Following on from their debut release for 2020 in ‘Do Your Worst’, Melbourne’s HARVES serves up their second offering for the year in their new single, ‘The River’.

A song that continues to explore a rich balance of production and keys beneath crisp vocals, ‘The River’ charms with its use of space and brooding delivery. Written and recorded between band members Samuel K Sproull and Matthew Wright’s respective homes during Victoria’s lockdown, ‘The River’ uses the feeling of isolation and yearning to form the essence of their latest track.

‘The River’ has been born directly out of the experience the duo have been going through – along with the rest of Victoria – under tight COVID-19 restrictions that have limited interactions and connections with anybody and (mostly) everybody. As the song continues, the vocals ponder what is coming on the other side, chasing an answer to a problem that seems, at present, unsolvable.

“It’s a bit of a metaphor about being creatures of habit, good and bad. About not making changes even though you know what you need to do and hoping that one day the answer will present itself. In our case specifically, I guess that answer was to start releasing some songs and let that dictate change.” Harves

Built on a strong rhythm and groove, ‘The River’ builds around Wright’s vocals, ebbing and flowing as the intensity of the track swirls. “All my friends are caught in the glitter, while my heart is lost in the river…” he laments, leaning heavy into this feeling of restlessness and detachment.

The single shares some threads with ‘Do Your Worst’, released earlier this year; both songs built on meticulously formed beds of instrumentation. Both building on a love for ambient and experimental sounds, ‘The River’ is Harves moving into a new space, further introducing themselves to listeners with this new single.

“After realising we were gonna be stuck inside for a while, we committed ourselves to using the time to sort out a workflow that meant we could finish a bunch of new material that was hovering about. It’s been nice to develop some focus around these songs and get them finished instead of constantly throwing paint at the canvas.” Harves

Both Sproull and Wright have been collaborating for quite a while now, with the Harves project existing in some different unofficial guises between the two musicians until ‘Do Your Worst’ was picked up for placement in the 2020 romantic drama, After We Collided.

From there, Harves have been working on the finishing touches of more new material to come in 2021, ‘The River’ being the latest piece of the puzzle.

‘The River’ is out now!
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Josha Daniel finally releases his highly anticipated debut album on Enroute Records
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Josha Daniel finally releases his highly anticipated debut album on Enroute Records

by the partae November 23, 2020
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Josha Daniel finally releases his debut album which is out today on Enroute Records. After dedicating his lock-down time to producing all the tracks of his anticipated album, Daniel is finally ready to fully debut his music and share it with the world.
With his very own and unique sound, Josha merged 80’s influences, analog synthesizers and pop inspired melodies with his signature beats.
With Dream OF You, his musical talent and versatility as a singer, producer and instrumentalist are apparent. Multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Josha, lets the synth and keyboards shine, while playing down the electric guitar occasionally, for example in tracks like “Room For Error”.  Overall, the synths are dreamy and the beats are straight but organic, with critics already hailing the album as the perfect blend between Indie-rock, Altpop and Indietronica.
Josha: “To me, writing songs feels like an escape into another world. It’s like a dream to me and it feels like the connection between my future and my past. It feels like a lot of hard work over the years have finally come to fruition.”
“Dream Of You” is named after Josha Daniel’ impact single: With the track’s blissful hook and catchy chord progressions this record made a big impact since the release, already surpassing more than half a-million streams and radio support around the globe.
Josha Daniel was formerly known as centrepiece of the popular Dutch band called Silent War, where Josha got familiar with radio en television live appearances. Apart of his solo project, he is featuring on Eelke Kleijn’s album with two tracks, including the title track Oscilations.

Intro Video:https://youtu.be/GsLVkqJNcrU

Link to the album? https://fanlink.to/ENR29

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Josha Daniel

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Having already laid strong foundations throughout 2020 with the release of ‘My People’ and ‘Over & Over’, Adelaide musician MANE now celebrates the release of her brand new EP, Coping Mechanisms.  A record written to heal, grow and ultimately start anew with, the EP is more than a new chapter for MANE. It is a reflective collection of music that shows her ability to become inspired and creative again after navigating some heavy times outside of music. As such, Coping Mechanisms is just that; an exploration of how to come out the other side with the potential to be stronger than before.   “Coping Mechanisms follows the journey of trying times, mental health and the moments of strength in between. It’s a reminder to myself and to anyone else going through something difficult that we all have the strength in us to overcome hard times and welcome personal growth. I’ve always inherently felt things very deeply and fortunately for the better part of the last 10 years I’ve been able to have an outlet for that in my music - hence the EP title ‘Coping Mechanisms’. I’m so proud of this body of work and I can only hope that it can resonate and help those travelling through a similar chapter of their life” MANE   The six track record shines in texture and sonic twists and turns. Her latest single ‘Over & Over’ is a moment of strength; the builds and MANE’s vocals building akin to London Grammar. Then you have songs like ‘Start Again’ and ‘Fucking Around’, each examples of the EP’s richness and depth in sound. A through-line of the new MANE EP is centred on growing stronger and bettering oneself. As MANE explains of her collaboration with Joel Quartermain, ‘Hold’, she knows herself much better now and treats her capabilities with renewed confidence. “I’ve come to know what I am and am not capable of when I’ve stretched myself thin and despite not wanting to take a break, I’m aware of when it’s in my best interest. I think it’s important to understand that opportunities and people may not hang around for you in those moments, but accepting that and knowing it was the best decision for YOU at the time.” MANE
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MANE unleashes revealing new EP in COPING MECHANISMS

by the partae November 23, 2020
written by the partae

Having already laid strong foundations throughout 2020 with the release of ‘My People’ and ‘Over & Over’, Adelaide musician MANE now celebrates the release of her brand new EP, Coping Mechanisms.

A record written to heal, grow and ultimately start anew with, the EP is more than a new chapter for MANE. It is a reflective collection of music that shows her ability to become inspired and creative again after navigating some heavy times outside of music. As such, Coping Mechanisms is just that; an exploration of how to come out the other side with the potential to be stronger than before.

“Coping Mechanisms follows the journey of trying times, mental health and the moments of strength in between. It’s a reminder to myself and to anyone else going through something difficult that we all have the strength in us to overcome hard times and welcome personal growth. I’ve always inherently felt things very deeply and fortunately for the better part of the last 10 years I’ve been able to have an outlet for that in my music – hence the EP title ‘Coping Mechanisms’. I’m so proud of this body of work and I can only hope that it can resonate and help those travelling through a similar chapter of their life” MANE

The six track record shines in texture and sonic twists and turns. Her latest single ‘Over & Over’ is a moment of strength; the builds and MANE’s vocals building akin to London Grammar. Then you have songs like ‘Start Again’ and ‘Fucking Around’, each examples of the EP’s richness and depth in sound.

A through-line of the new MANE EP is centred on growing stronger and bettering oneself. As MANE explains of her collaboration with Joel Quartermain, ‘Hold’, she knows herself much better now and treats her capabilities with renewed confidence. “I’ve come to know what I am and am not capable of when I’ve stretched myself thin and despite not wanting to take a break, I’m aware of when it’s in my best interest. I think it’s important to understand that opportunities and people may not hang around for you in those moments, but accepting that and knowing it was the best decision for YOU at the time.” MANE

PRAISE FOR MANE “Look back in MANE’s entire catalogue and find a bad song, I dare ya! This is another lush one that still packs an emphatic and resolute punch.” Triple J, Declan Byrne “An instantly memorable pop track from MANE. There’s darkness here but it feels so light.” Triple J Unearthed, Dave Ruby Howe “Earlier this year, MANE shared ‘My People’, which indicated something of a change for the acclaimed artist. This week has seen the release of ‘Over & Over’, continuing this new chapter of her career, and serving as one of her greatest tracks to date.” Tone Deaf TOUR DATES Friday 11th December Jive Adelaide w/ ARIES & My Cherie Tickets Here Coping Mechanisms is released Friday, November 13th. Official Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Triple J Unearthed

PRAISE FOR MANE

“Look back in MANE’s entire catalogue and find a bad song, I dare ya! This is another lush one that still packs an emphatic and resolute punch.”
Triple J, Declan Byrne

“An instantly memorable pop track from MANE. There’s darkness here but it feels so light.”
Triple J Unearthed, Dave Ruby Howe

“Earlier this year, MANE shared ‘My People’, which indicated something of a change for the acclaimed artist. This week has seen the release of ‘Over & Over’, continuing this new chapter of her career, and serving as one of her greatest tracks to date.”
Tone Deaf

TOUR DATES
Friday 11th December Jive Adelaide
w/ ARIES & My Cherie
Tickets Here

Coping Mechanisms is released Friday, November 13th.
Official Website | Facebook | Twitter |  Instagram | YouTube | Triple J Unearthed

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GEORGIA DUTTON RELEASES NEW SINGLE 'I WISH WE MET WHEN WE WERE 25'
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GEORGIA DUTTON RELEASES NEW SINGLE ‘I WISH WE MET WHEN WE WERE 25’

by the partae November 23, 2020
written by the partae
“Georgia‘s not a missing HAIM sister, is she? Hearing that similar kind of dynamic pop vision here.”
– Dave Ruby Howe, triple j
Brisbane artist, Georgia Dutton explores an untimely relationship, sonically examining the nature of regret, desire and personal growth with her debut single ‘I Wish We Met When We Were 25’.

This pop-electronica songstress deep dives into her experience of regretting a relationship and wishing it happened when the two were older and more mature. “This track also acts as a warning for the next person in line, but hopefully we’ve both grown past our previous mistakes and learnt to never make them again in our next relationships” explains Georgia.

Her debut single release ‘Bittersweet Love’ was released when she was 16 and racked 70,000 streams on Spotify in 3 months, and now sitting at 300,000 and growing. Georgia has been busy the past two years honing her craft playing at Brisbane’s Hidden Lanes Festival 2019, winner of GYROstream’s Big Boost 2019 national competition, a finalist in the Brisbane City Council QUBE effect as well as Highly Commended in the School’s Category at the 2020 Queensland Music Awards. Georgia has also worked alongside co-writing with singer-songwriter Sahara Beck and performed with other Brisbane artists such as Hazel Mei and The Letter Elle. 

This is her second release of 2020, with more singles to follow and an EP release expected in early 2021.

‘I Wish We Met When We Were 25’ is OUT NOW.

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Where are you currently based? Somewhere in Wellington, well, right now at work, but you'll find me usually in my "office-turned-apartment" building in a rectangular room creating silly symphonies with whatever I have How did you first start playing music? If I knew, I'd tell you, but honestly for as long as I can remember I've just known how to play guitar and have always just loved music, I think I started writing when I was about 13, but again, it all gets blurry. What's been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far? I've just been prepping for this debut LP, though most of the work is done now and I've gotten more of a chance to start working on the second. My Covid experience has actually been great! When we went into lockdown here I had everything set up to record the whole thing, no distractions, just me and the studio for a few weeks, then by the time it was over me and the band we're ready to start playing, so I think I may have been one of the lucky few who managed to keep super occupied during these crazy f*cking times. How did Voodoo Bloo come about? I looked at a vape juice bottle. It spoke to me. I listened and carried out its wishes. Your new single 'Ha Ha Ok' is out now from your forthcoming debut album 'Jacobus', what influenced the sound and songwriting for Ha Ha Ok and the album as a whole? Ha Ha is a bit of a black sheep, in the sense that it's influence does not stem from the same place as the rest of the LP, but I'd say it definitely still had some of the same bands I liked the sound of come into its creation, I like to specifically think of it as a marriage between early "Arctic Monkeys" and "Psychedelic Porn Crumpets" for it's punk yet kinda groovy sound, but that's just me. How did you go about writing the music for your album Jacobus? A lot of it started from lyrics I wrote while I was in Japan, everything sort of just spiralled out of nowhere in a very short amount of time, as I'd been documenting things I saw every day on my notes, and then when my friend passed while I was over there, I realised that I'd captured a single moment in my life before it even happened. Written down where I was, what I was up to, all the calm before the storm was there, then when I came home all I had to do was navigate the storm and to turn it into something really personal to me. Some of the actual songs were written before, or at least the tunes of them, then I just had to piece them all together, it was a jigsaw where every piece just fell into place with ease. Where and when did you record/produce/master and who did you work with? Jacobus was recorded at my house in the suburbs of Wellington, probably around April of this year. We spent a long time working on the production and sound of the album afterwards, but finally we ended up going with Scott Seabright, Ryan Smith, and Gregory Haver for Mixing, Mastering, and Mix advising respectively. How did you approach the recording process? This is a mixed bag, I think due to the fact that we had to record, re-record, and touch bits up so many times, but ultimately I just spent hours and hours in lockdown getting it to sound exactly how I wanted it. Some of the songs were prepped before I went in, others I had to figure out while in the studio, but for any time I sung or recorded a song that was about my mate (which is a majority of this project) I usually couldn't stay in there for long as I just got overwhelmed by everything I felt towards him. It was cathartic yet painful, lovely yet bitter, yet it came out in a way that I could never have even dreamed for, it was the perfect send-off for a friend. What programs/instruments did you use? For the most part, it's your standard 2 guitar, 1 bass, drums and vocals type deal, though I did chuck some synths and other cool trickery in the mix, some of which was done by the lovely production crew, but I'm still waiting for people to pick up on the theremin sample I used. It's out there already, go look for it! What did you find most challenging and rewarding during the creation of Jacobus? Singing "A Brother, A Son, A War that never changes" and "A Friend, Jacobus". I did the 11 minute trek in one take, and once it was over, I couldn't bring myself to do it again. I showed my friends the takes because I wasn't sure if my emotions came off as overdramatic, but they said it felt pure and honest, and ultimately I agreed, and there it sits as my dark and beautiful achievement. When will you be releasing Jacobus? December 4th, anywhere and everywhere, I think. Maybe not in starbucks or something? Though I reckon that'd be pretty cool.  Actually nah, Taco Bell, hit me up if you want these sweet tunes in your store exclusively. You make the pure hangover food I desire every Sunday. You know where to find me. Can you give us an idea of what to expect from Jacobus? No, but I can tell you how I'd like you to listen to it. 1. Lay down on your bed in your room with the lights off 2. Play the album 3. Return out into the light to a room full of friends.  What's planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021? I'd like to spend the remainder of 2020 forgetting about 2020, and for my 2021 to be renamed to 2020. Any shows coming up? We actually have a charity show coming up in our hometown with Miss June and Curlys Jewels, two of my favorite bands from the country, and all of the proceeds will be going to Lifeline Aotearoa, an organisation who help out heaps of kiwis daily struggling with mental health issues. It'll be an awesome night for an awesome cause. Who are you listening to at the moment? King Gizzard's new LP, King Gizzards old LP (Eyes Like The Sky, to be specific), and a whole bunch of midwest emo (with a little car seat headrest too). I'm a sucker for some dude with an acoustic guitar talking about relationship issues from illinois. What do you like to do away from music? Um. You've got me. But nah seriously, just chilling with friends, oh and I love pinball, like I have a serious addiction to the sh*t. You'll find me on my computer or down at my local coffee shop just, well, playing pinball. Favourite food and place to hangout? The food at the Coffee Shop I go to.
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Voodoo Bloo

by the partae November 23, 2020
written by the partae
Where are you currently based?

Somewhere in Wellington, well, right now at work, but you’ll find me usually in my “office-turned-apartment” building in a rectangular room creating silly symphonies with whatever I have
 
How did you first start playing music?

If I knew, I’d tell you, but honestly for as long as I can remember I’ve just known how to play guitar and have always just loved music, I think I started writing when I was about 13, but again, it all gets blurry.
 
What’s been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far?

I’ve just been prepping for this debut LP, though most of the work is done now and I’ve gotten more of a chance to start working on the second. My Covid experience has actually been great! When we went into lockdown here I had everything set up to record the whole thing, no distractions, just me and the studio for a few weeks, then by the time it was over me and the band we’re ready to start playing, so I think I may have been one of the lucky few who managed to keep super occupied during these crazy f*cking times.
How did Voodoo Bloo come about?

I looked at a vape juice bottle. It spoke to me. I listened and carried out its wishes.
Your new single ‘Ha Ha Ok’ is out now from your forthcoming debut album ‘Jacobus’, what influenced the sound and songwriting for Ha Ha Ok and the album as a whole?

Ha Ha is a bit of a black sheep, in the sense that it’s influence does not stem from the same place as the rest of the LP, but I’d say it definitely still had some of the same bands I liked the sound of come into its creation, I like to specifically think of it as a marriage between early “Arctic Monkeys” and “Psychedelic Porn Crumpets” for it’s punk yet kinda groovy sound, but that’s just me.
 
How did you go about writing the music for your album Jacobus?

A lot of it started from lyrics I wrote while I was in Japan, everything sort of just spiralled out of nowhere in a very short amount of time, as I’d been documenting things I saw every day on my notes, and then when my friend passed while I was over there, I realised that I’d captured a single moment in my life before it even happened. Written down where I was, what I was up to, all the calm before the storm was there, then when I came home all I had to do was navigate the storm and to turn it into something really personal to me. Some of the actual songs were written before, or at least the tunes of them, then I just had to piece them all together, it was a jigsaw where every piece just fell into place with ease.
Where and when did you record/produce/master and who did you work with?

Jacobus was recorded at my house in the suburbs of Wellington, probably around April of this year. We spent a long time working on the production and sound of the album afterwards, but finally we ended up going with Scott Seabright, Ryan Smith, and Gregory Haver for Mixing, Mastering, and Mix advising respectively.
How did you approach the recording process?

This is a mixed bag, I think due to the fact that we had to record, re-record, and touch bits up so many times, but ultimately I just spent hours and hours in lockdown getting it to sound exactly how I wanted it. Some of the songs were prepped before I went in, others I had to figure out while in the studio, but for any time I sung or recorded a song that was about my mate (which is a majority of this project) I usually couldn’t stay in there for long as I just got overwhelmed by everything I felt towards him. It was cathartic yet painful, lovely yet bitter, yet it came out in a way that I could never have even dreamed for, it was the perfect send-off for a friend.
What programs/instruments did you use?

For the most part, it’s your standard 2 guitar, 1 bass, drums and vocals type deal, though I did chuck some synths and other cool trickery in the mix, some of which was done by the lovely production crew, but I’m still waiting for people to pick up on the theremin sample I used. It’s out there already, go look for it!
What did you find most challenging and rewarding during the creation of Jacobus?

Singing “A Brother, A Son, A War that never changes” and “A Friend, Jacobus”. I did the 11 minute trek in one take, and once it was over, I couldn’t bring myself to do it again. I showed my friends the takes because I wasn’t sure if my emotions came off as overdramatic, but they said it felt pure and honest, and ultimately I agreed, and there it sits as my dark and beautiful achievement.
When will you be releasing Jacobus?

December 4th, anywhere and everywhere, I think. Maybe not in starbucks or something? Though I reckon that’d be pretty cool.
Actually nah, Taco Bell, hit me up if you want these sweet tunes in your store exclusively. You make the pure hangover food I desire every Sunday. You know where to find me.

Can you give us an idea of what to expect from Jacobus?

No, but I can tell you how I’d like you to listen to it. 1. Lay down on your bed in your room with the lights off 2. Play the album 3. Return out into the light to a room full of friends.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021?

I’d like to spend the remainder of 2020 forgetting about 2020, and for my 2021 to be renamed to 2020.

Any shows coming up?

We actually have a charity show coming up in our hometown with Miss June and Curlys Jewels, two of my favorite bands from the country, and all of the proceeds will be going to Lifeline Aotearoa, an organisation who help out heaps of kiwis daily struggling with mental health issues. It’ll be an awesome night for an awesome cause.

Who are you listening to at the moment?

King Gizzard’s new LP, King Gizzards old LP (Eyes Like The Sky, to be specific), and a whole bunch of midwest emo (with a little car seat headrest too).
I’m a sucker for some dude with an acoustic guitar talking about relationship issues from illinois.

What do you like to do away from music?
Um.
You’ve got me.
But nah seriously, just chilling with friends, oh and I love pinball, like I have a serious addiction to the sh*t. You’ll find me on my computer or down at my local coffee shop just, well, playing pinball.

Favourite food and place to hangout?

The food at the Coffee Shop I go to.
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Where are you currently based? I am currently based in London, United Kingdom. How did you first first start playing music? I started spinning since I was 16 years old, from bday parties to house parties and then in clubs. What's been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been? I kinda see the lockdown as a personal isolation and time to invest in myself, even thou to have to opportunity to keep learning and experiment more with my sound. Though times for everyone but we are all in this together, so we gotta stay positive. We already wasted so much time on negative things. Please tell us about your thoughts of the importance of artist mental health awareness: I am glad this year the theme of mental illness got back up again. From an artist's point of view is kinda extreme in a sense of appreciation. We have to deal on a daily basis with rewards, rejections, opportunities, nights without sleep, expand our network and abandon the old paradigm we have been living through now. As an artist, how has Covid impacted your mental health? Honestly it is the best/worst time of my life. Like mentioned in the previous question but again it is part of the journey to shine as a musician. At the end of the day no one can kill creative souls who have been hidden in the abyss of modern society. You have a series on YouTube called 'Donut Dating' what is the concept and how did this series come about? Well, I love donuts and I love beautiful creature such as women. That serie is about self improvement I have been and I am still experiencing. My goal is at least to help/inspire someone out there who is in the same situation. How has Donut Dating been going so far? The real success of Donut Dating is to be happy by yourself in the first place in order to make your partner/partners happy. It is a value you add to your life. Who are you listening to at the moment? I am currently listening to 80s music, some goth such as The Cure, The Mission, Fields of the Nephilim. I swing from the classics Liszt/Beethoven to Motley Crue and Cradle of Filth. What programs/equipment do you like to work with when playing live and recording: I use FL Studio for production and I perform with cdjs 2000 (classic club setup) What do you like to do away from music? I eat donuts (obviously haha), I started skateboarding since I was 10 years old, I brainstorm a lot to find new ideas to finalise my creative process and I read at least 2 books a week. What's planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021? My team and I are working hard to make 2021 such a fire year. We are amplifying what was left from 2020. American tour for sure, we finalising the Asian one, getting few contacts with Australia and New Zealand. We are literally about to conquer the globe. Shoutout to my lovely team: Gabriele, Arianna, Krystle and Kayla, Julian, Boogie (Hillyhd), Dennis and Naushad. Favourite food and place to hangout? Favourite place to hangout and food? I think you have the answer already hahah (DUNKIN DONUTS MUHAHAH)
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Earl The Kid

by the partae November 23, 2020
written by the partae
Where are you currently based?

I am currently based in London, United Kingdom.

How did you first first start playing music?

I started spinning since I was 16 years old, from bday parties to house parties and then in clubs.

What’s been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been?

I kinda see the lockdown as a personal isolation and time to invest in myself, even thou to have to opportunity to keep learning and experiment more with my sound.
Though times for everyone but we are all in this together, so we gotta stay positive. We already wasted so much time on negative things.

Please tell us about your thoughts of the importance of artist mental health awareness:

I am glad this year the theme of mental illness got back up again.
From an artist’s point of view is kinda extreme in a sense of appreciation. We have to deal on a daily basis with rewards, rejections, opportunities, nights without sleep, expand our network and abandon the old paradigm we have been living through now.

As an artist, how has Covid impacted your mental health?

Honestly it is the best/worst time of my life. Like mentioned in the previous question but again it is part of the journey to shine as a musician. At the end of the day no one can kill creative souls who have been hidden in the abyss of modern society.

You have a series on YouTube called ‘Donut Dating’ what is the concept and how did this series come about?

Well, I love donuts and I love beautiful creature such as women.
That serie is about self improvement I have been and I am still experiencing. My goal is at least to help/inspire someone out there who is in the same situation.

How has Donut Dating been going so far?

The real success of Donut Dating is to be happy by yourself in the first place in order to make your partner/partners happy. It is a value you add to your life.

Who are you listening to at the moment?

I am currently listening to 80s music, some goth such as The Cure, The Mission, Fields of the Nephilim.
I swing from the classics Liszt/Beethoven to Motley Crue and Cradle of Filth.

What programs/equipment do you like to work with when playing live and recording:

I use FL Studio for production and I perform with cdjs 2000 (classic club setup)

What do you like to do away from music?

I eat donuts (obviously haha), I started skateboarding since I was 10 years old, I brainstorm a lot to find new ideas to finalise my creative process and I read at least 2 books a week.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021?

My team and I are working hard to make 2021 such a fire year. We are amplifying what was left from 2020.
American tour for sure, we finalising the Asian one, getting few contacts with Australia and New Zealand. We are literally about to conquer the globe.
Shoutout to my lovely team: Gabriele, Arianna, Krystle and Kayla, Julian, Boogie (Hillyhd), Dennis and Naushad.

Favourite food and place to hangout?

Favourite place to hangout and food?
I think you have the answer already hahah (DUNKIN DONUTS MUHAHAH)

instagram.com/earlthekid
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Yolo8WR5b7K4UYGNLT1CO
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facebook.com/earlthekid
youtube.com/earlthekid
snapchat.com/earlthekid808
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LOWLIFE RELEASE DEBUT TRACK 'WASTELAND'
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LOWLIFE RELEASE DEBUT TRACK ‘WASTELAND’

by the partae November 23, 2020
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Comprised of Liam Haygarth, Nathan Mortimer, Harry Todd and Jordan Cardy (aka RAT BOY), Essex newcomers LOWLIFE have released their debut single “Wasteland.”

“Wasteland” represents the culmination of their extensive influences and DIY ethos. It’s an explosive blend of larger-than-life pop hooks, West Coast hip-hop, booming dub and Middle-Eastern flavoured melodies. Lyrically, it’s a post-apocalyptic road trip that simmers with charismatic rhymes and punky disillusionment.

The project commenced at the height of the first wave of lockdown, with the four members collaborating via Zoom. Since reuniting in person, they’ve spent the majority of their time writing and recording together. LOWLIFE wrote, produced and mixed “Wasteland” entirely independently, operating out of a dilapidated studio lock-up on a farm in Essex, England.

That self-determined DIY spirit informs all aspects of their creative process. They pool their skills to make the most of their scant resources, filming music videos, designing artwork and producing merch on a limited budget without compromising on the quality of their output. They’re now undeniably ready to deliver a new wave of unique music.

https://www.instagram.com/lowlifenetwork/

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THE PUSH LAUNCHES FREE ELECTRONIC MUSIC PROGRAM FOR YOUNG VICTORIANS WHO IDENTIFY AS FEMALE OR GENDER NON-CONFORMING
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THE PUSH LAUNCHES FREE ELECTRONIC MUSIC PROGRAM FOR YOUNG VICTORIANS WHO IDENTIFY AS FEMALE OR GENDER NON-CONFORMING

by the partae November 23, 2020
written by the partae

Melbourne, Australia – Victoria’s leading youth music organisation The Push is proud to announce the first intake of their brand-new Electronic Music Accelerator program in partnership with Ableton—the world-leading brand of electronic music making software and hardware—and Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation.

The Electronic Music Accelerator seeks to develop and support Australia’s next generation of electronic music makers, producers and aspiring artists who identify as female or gender-non-conforming. Operating out of The Push’s new home in Collingwood Yards, this free program is open to young Victorians aged 16-20 years old, who are interested in kick-starting a career in the contemporary music industry.

Applications are open now until 12pm Monday 14 December. For more information and how to apply, visit: thepush.com.au.

Over eight weekly sessions, program participants will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the field of electronic music production, grow their professional capacity, build relationships and master a variety of techniques using Ableton.

The workshops will be facilitated by Beatrice Lewis (Haiku Hands, Kardajala Kirridarra) who brings a wealth of knowledge and first-hand industry experience to the program, to serve as both teacher and mentor.

The Push Electronic Music Accelerator is supported by Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation and Ableton.

ABOUT THE PUSH
The Push is Australia’s leading youth music organisation. At the forefront of emerging trends, delivers a range of programs that are responsive to Australia’s future music industry leaders, artists and audiences. For over three decades, our organisation has engaged more than 700,000 young people. Our program alumni include Courtney Barnett, Alex Lahey, Alice Ivy and Angie McMahon — who have each progressed onto successful, global careers. For more information, visit: thepush.com.au.

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