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Artists: Kaskade Title: Love Like That ft. Dani Poppitt Label: Arkade Kaskade welcomes the return of his iconic Redux tour's and EP's fourth edition with the premier track "Love Like That," featuring singer Dani Poppitt. However, this is much more than just another love song; Kaskade expertly works his magic with after-hours worthy basslines and a haunting piano riff that you won't be able to forget. Woven together with Poppitt's sultry, soulful vocal performance, "Love Like That" evokes images of blissful, balmy nights in dark rooms dancing with beautiful strangers - an experience that a ticket to the four-city Redux 004 tour guarantees. Kaskade will touch down in Miami, San Diego, Sante Fe, and Brooklyn between March and May, and it's no coincidence that the Redux 004 EP has only four tracks, each designed for its own audience. If you've been lucky enough to secure a ticket to one of the immediately sold-out shows, be prepared for an experience like no other as Kaskade immerses you in the deep, groovy core of dance music in an exquisitely intimate atmosphere. Read on below to hear about Redux 004 and "Love Like That" in his own words: Kaskade about Redux: "Redux started out as an intention for people to experience big sound in a small environment. It's not an era of music but a prescription of mood. If you're closing your eyes and your phone hasn't crossed your mind, you're doing it right. Stripped down from the sense assault we've all become accustomed to, Redux relies on the sound and basic, well-curated lighting to impact its audience. The concept has been able to stretch, breathe and grow, and with every show I learn a little bit more about what it can be. With Redux 004 EP I've created an EP that is designed for each city I'm playing. The music should cross boundaries. It's not an East or West Coast sound, it's specific to each audience. There will be 4 songs, there are 4 cities on the tour, and the EP will be released in full on 04.04" Kaskade about "Love Like That": "When I was producing "Love Like That" I knew it needed to be more than just another love or love-lost song. It has this piano hook that is meant to work its way into your psyche, and hopefully, people will just be humming it without even knowing what they're referencing. Lyrically, the song has this ability to be an in or out of love gymnast. It is one of those pieces where you can't decide if you want to break up with this song or get married to it." As a household name in electronic music for nearly two decades, Kaskade needs no introduction. His list of achievements is a mile long: 11 studio albums, 7 GRAMMY nominations, the first solo electronic dance artist to sell out both Navy Pier in Chicago and the Staples Center in Los Angeles, the first DJ to ever secure a Las Vegas residency, and the first electronic artist to headline Coachella. Less tangible but even more important has been his influence on dance music tastes and culture for generations of listeners. Often Kaskade is one of the artists who introduced now-veteran listeners to the genre, and such fans are usually fans for life. In 2019, he worked with multi-award winner Meghan Trainor on "With You" and Gorgon City on "Go Slow," among solo releases, such as "My Light," "Come On," and official remixes for the likes of Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, and Gwen Stefani earlier. Now spearheading the fourth Redux tour, Kaskade continues what has become a nostalgic tradition for many dance music veterans and a cherished experience for new listeners. Stay tuned for more news from Kaskade in 2020. Redux 004 Tour: Mar 05 - Club Space - Miami, FL (sold-out) Apr 04 - Petco Park - San Diego, CA (sold-out) Apr 17 - Meow Wolf - Santa Fe, NM (sold-out) May 30 - The Brooklyn Mirage - Brooklyn, NY (sold-out) More info on Kaskade / Arkade: Kaskade: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Spotify Arkade: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Kaskade Releases “Love Like That,” ft. Dani Poppitt. Premier Track from Forthcoming Redux 004 EP

by the partae March 7, 2020

written by the partae

Artists: Kaskade
Title: Love Like That ft. Dani Poppitt
Label: Arkade

Kaskade welcomes the return of his iconic Redux tour’s and EP’s fourth edition with the premier track “Love Like That,” featuring singer Dani Poppitt. However, this is much more than just another love song; Kaskade expertly works his magic with after-hours worthy basslines and a haunting piano riff that you won’t be able to forget. Woven together with Poppitt’s sultry, soulful vocal performance, “Love Like That” evokes images of blissful, balmy nights in dark rooms dancing with beautiful strangers – an experience that a ticket to the four-city Redux 004 tour guarantees. Kaskade will touch down in Miami, San Diego, Sante Fe, and Brooklyn between March and May, and it’s no coincidence that the Redux 004 EP has only four tracks, each designed for its own audience. If you’ve been lucky enough to secure a ticket to one of the immediately sold-out shows, be prepared for an experience like no other as Kaskade immerses you in the deep, groovy core of dance music in an exquisitely intimate atmosphere. Read on below to hear about Redux 004 and “Love Like That” in his own words:

Kaskade about Redux:

“Redux started out as an intention for people to experience big sound in a small environment. It’s not an era of music but a prescription of mood. If you’re closing your eyes and your phone hasn’t crossed your mind, you’re doing it right. Stripped down from the sense assault we’ve all become accustomed to, Redux relies on the sound and basic, well-curated lighting to impact its audience. The concept has been able to stretch, breathe and grow, and with every show I learn a little bit more about what it can be. With Redux 004 EP I’ve created an EP that is designed for each city I’m playing. The music should cross boundaries. It’s not an East or West Coast sound, it’s specific to each audience. There will be 4 songs, there are 4 cities on the tour, and the EP will be released in full on 04.04“

Kaskade about “Love Like That“:

“When I was producing “Love Like That” I knew it needed to be more than just another love or love-lost song. It has this piano hook that is meant to work its way into your psyche, and hopefully, people will just be humming it without even knowing what they’re referencing. Lyrically, the song has this ability to be an in or out of love gymnast. It is one of those pieces where you can’t decide if you want to break up with this song or get married to it.”

As a household name in electronic music for nearly two decades, Kaskade needs no introduction. His list of achievements is a mile long: 11 studio albums, 7 GRAMMY nominations, the first solo electronic dance artist to sell out both Navy Pier in Chicago and the Staples Center in Los Angeles, the first DJ to ever secure a Las Vegas residency, and the first electronic artist to headline Coachella. Less tangible but even more important has been his influence on dance music tastes and culture for generations of listeners. Often Kaskade is one of the artists who introduced now-veteran listeners to the genre, and such fans are usually fans for life. In 2019, he worked with multi-award winner Meghan Trainor on “With You” and Gorgon City on “Go Slow,” among solo releases, such as “My Light,” “Come On,” and official remixes for the likes of Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, and Gwen Stefani earlier. Now spearheading the fourth Redux tour, Kaskade continues what has become a nostalgic tradition for many dance music veterans and a cherished experience for new listeners. Stay tuned for more news from Kaskade in 2020.

Redux 004 Tour:

Mar 05 – Club Space – Miami, FL (sold-out)
Apr 04 – Petco Park – San Diego, CA (sold-out)
Apr 17 – Meow Wolf – Santa Fe, NM (sold-out)
May 30 – The Brooklyn Mirage – Brooklyn, NY (sold-out)

More info on Kaskade / Arkade:

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Where are you currently based and what is the music scene like there? Iʼve been in Philly, PA for the past 5 years or so. Thereʼs tons of music happening in Philly. House shows are still a pretty big thing here and a lot of art collectives and shared loft situations are forming, which host some cool shows and events. Also have new venues like The Met poppin up. Itʼs hard to keep up with all of the Philly bands. XPN, which is U Penns radio station, does a good job of showcasing local talent. How did you first start playing music? Hittinʼ pots and pans... like most kids. After a few long years of making rubberband / tissue box guitars and cutting cassette records with my big sister, I discovered my motherʼs old acoustic guitar in our basement. I began writing songs before I actually figured out any chords. I guess you could say I was a monophonic guitarist...for like 2 years haha. My sister dated some cool musician dudes who got me started on drums and guitar. The first band I joined was a big band / swing band that played a lot of Count, Duke Ellington and songs from other famous jazz composers. What's been happening recently? Mostly been hiding out and recording in my studio in Philly. Just finished a film score with my buddy David Carls aka Branx, which was a lot of fun. Synthy Sci - fi kinda vibe. Iʼve also been producing / collaborating with some cool Philly, Nashville and LA artists. You have an album soon to be released on Gramatik's Lowtemp, what has influenced the sound and songwriting for this album? I feel like there are primarily 2 kinda vibes happening on this record. One being a sort of classic soul and Motown vibe and the other having a more modern dancey feel. Two of the more classic artists that I always have on heavy rotation are Al Green and Sly & the Family Stone. Slyʼs vocals on the album ‘Freshʼ have definitely influenced some of the more soulful vocal moments in my recordings. For the more dancey side of things, I would say that Prince and Justice are two pretty big influences. Also, Jamie Lidell is a recent re-discovery that Iʼve REALLY been diggin. Heʼs an all around fantastic artist who always seems to keep things super soulful and fresh. Like most songwriters, things that I experience and things that I hear and read about influence my writing. I try to be conscious of what Iʼm going to release in regards to lyrical content and message. I donʼt mean tip toe-ing around and being careful with my words, but rather choosing to release the songs that may be able to effect listeners more. Iʼm not releasing music for myself. I can listen to myself without releasing anything (I know from experience). I think that qualifies listeners as being perhaps the number one influence on my songwriting. How did you go about writing the music? I usually start with a melody or some sort of hook. I rarely sit down and decide to just write a song. Most of the ideas come randomly when Iʼm taking a walk or on an airplane. Iʼve noticed that there is something sorta neat about writing and creating while 7 miles up in the clouds. At least for me anyway. Every now and then I will start writing to a beat or a loop if it really sparks something immediately. There are certain drum grooves that almost imply harmony and / or melody in an interesting way. Sometimes all I need is the right groove and a song immediately starts to take form out of thin air. Drummers who can lay down this sort of foundation are absolutely priceless. Iʼve only met a few. Where and when did you record/produce and who with? Most of the songs were recorded by my lonely ass self through out 2019. There were a few instances where I had someone come by the studio to track another instrument live with me in order to capture a certain feel, but this record is sort of my first true solo record. What programs/instruments did you use? I used Logic Pro X as my main DAW. I think of the computer and DAW as the storage device that has replaced tape . And all of these analog instruments and devices are being crammed through the butthole of the computer and stored as 1ʼs and 0ʼs. I donʼt think I will ever fully understand how this is possible, but itʼs pretty freakin rad. Please tell us how you connected with Gramatik and how the experience have been so far: My good homies in Exmag, particularly Eric, introduced me to Denis several years ago when they were all living together and making records in Brooklyn. I remember the first time we met we were watching YouTube videos and getting excited about the musical moments. When other people react to the same specific musical moments in a very similar way that I do, itʼs almost inevitable that we will end up collaborating at some point. So eventually I got my good homie Orlando Napier to link up with Denis and the 3 of us recorded some tracks. Fast forward a few years to Gramatik Red Rocks summer 2017... around this time, Denis and I reconnected and started talking shop. I sent him a track or two, and he sent me 57 tracks, which I was to learn for the 3 hour long set at Red Rocks the following week. That was an intense 3 hours to say the least. I didnʼt even realize how severely bad I had to pee until the family photo was taken after the set. Fortunately, everything has been downhill from there and we continue to make more and more music together each day it seems. We are currently working on a blues record called ‘Future City Bluesʼ, which Iʼll be released later this year. Who are you listening to at the moment? Iʼm currently listening to the new Tame Impala record, which I very much like. Jamie Lidell - ‘building a beginningʼ has been on heavy rotation. Revisiting Justice ‘audio, video, discoʼ. Iʼm always trying to keep up with what my friends are releasing as well. What do you like to do away from music? I like to take walks. Each year from ages 20-30 I became a little less active in sports and exercise until I eventually arrived at walking. Outdoor walking only, none of that mall stuff. But seriously, if I donʼt walk at least a few miles a day, I have a tough time focusing on anything. Itʼs a great way to break up the day and give your brain a much needed reset. I recommend it to everyone, especially those who are staring at screens all day. What's planned for 2020? 2020 is the year for releases. Thatʼs been my plan anyway. Iʼve become pretty overwhelmed by the amount of music thatʼs been collecting on my hard drives that I need to do something with it before I explode. Denis and I have a project in the works that will basically serve to recycle all of the tracks we make that donʼt find their way onto an album or a film that we are writing for. There will be all sorts of styles ranging from funk to spaghetti western soundtrack style recordings. Favourite food and place to hangout? I donʼt think I have a single particular favorite food, but I do eat an awful lot of ice cream. When Iʼm not in the studio, I like to hang out on the city streets. I also enjoy floating down a nice creek or river with fishing pole in hand. I usually visit with family if I have a few days off.

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by the partae March 6, 2020

written by the partae

Where are you currently based and what is the music scene like there?
Iʼve been in Philly, PA for the past 5 years or so. Thereʼs tons of music happening in Philly. House shows are still a pretty big thing here and a lot of art collectives and shared loft situations are forming, which host some cool shows and events. Also have new venues like The Met poppin up. Itʼs hard to keep up with all of the Philly bands. XPN, which is U Penns radio station, does a good job of showcasing local talent.

How did you first start playing music?
Hittinʼ pots and pans… like most kids. After a few long years of making rubberband / tissue box guitars and cutting cassette records with my big sister, I discovered my motherʼs old acoustic guitar in our basement. I began writing songs before I actually figured out any chords. I guess you could say I was a monophonic guitarist…for like 2 years haha. My sister dated some cool musician dudes who got me started on drums and guitar. The first band I joined was a big band / swing band that played a lot of Count, Duke Ellington and songs from other famous jazz composers.

What’s been happening recently?
Mostly been hiding out and recording in my studio in Philly. Just finished a film score with my buddy David Carls aka Branx, which was a lot of fun. Synthy Sci – fi kinda vibe. Iʼve also been producing / collaborating with some cool Philly, Nashville and LA artists.

You have an album soon to be released on Gramatik’s Lowtemp, what has influenced the sound and songwriting for this album?
I feel like there are primarily 2 kinda vibes happening on this record. One being a sort of classic soul and Motown vibe and the other having a more modern dancey feel. Two of the more classic artists that I always have on heavy rotation are Al Green and Sly & the Family Stone. Slyʼs vocals on the album ‘Freshʼ have definitely influenced some of the more soulful vocal moments in my recordings. For the more dancey side of things, I would say that Prince and Justice are two pretty big influences. Also, Jamie Lidell is a recent re-discovery that Iʼve REALLY been diggin. Heʼs an all around fantastic artist who always seems to keep things super soulful and fresh.

Like most songwriters, things that I experience and things that I hear and read about influence my writing. I try to be conscious of what Iʼm going to release in regards to lyrical content and message. I donʼt mean tip toe-ing around and being careful with my words, but rather choosing to release the songs that may be able to effect listeners more. Iʼm not releasing music for myself. I can listen to myself without releasing anything (I know from experience). I think that qualifies listeners as being perhaps the number one influence on my songwriting.

How did you go about writing the music?
I usually start with a melody or some sort of hook. I rarely sit down and decide to just write a song. Most of the ideas come randomly when Iʼm taking a walk or on an airplane. Iʼve noticed that there is something sorta neat about writing and creating while 7 miles up in the clouds. At least for me anyway. Every now and then I will start writing to a beat or a loop if it really sparks something immediately. There are certain drum grooves that almost imply harmony and / or melody in an interesting way. Sometimes all I need is the right groove and a song immediately starts to take form out of thin air. Drummers who can lay down this sort of foundation are absolutely priceless. Iʼve only met a few.

Where and when did you record/produce and who with?
Most of the songs were recorded by my lonely ass self through out 2019. There were a few instances where I had someone come by the studio to track another instrument live with me in order to capture a certain feel, but this record is sort of my first true solo record.

What programs/instruments did you use?
I used Logic Pro X as my main DAW. I think of the computer and DAW as the storage device that has replaced tape . And all of these analog instruments and devices are being crammed through the butthole of the computer and stored as 1ʼs and 0ʼs. I donʼt think I will ever fully understand how this is possible, but itʼs pretty freakin rad.

Please tell us how you connected with Gramatik and how the experience have been so far:
My good homies in Exmag, particularly Eric, introduced me to Denis several years ago when they were all living together and making records in Brooklyn. I remember the first time we met we were watching YouTube videos and getting excited about the musical moments. When other people react to the same specific musical moments in a very similar way that I do, itʼs almost inevitable that we will end up collaborating at some point. So eventually I got my good homie Orlando Napier to link up with Denis and the 3 of us recorded some tracks. Fast forward a few years to Gramatik Red Rocks summer 2017… around this time, Denis and I reconnected and started talking shop. I sent him a track or two, and he sent me 57 tracks, which I was to learn for the 3 hour long set at Red Rocks the following week. That was an intense 3 hours to say the least. I didnʼt even realize how severely bad I had to pee until the family photo was taken after the set. Fortunately, everything has been downhill from there and we continue to make more and more music together each day it seems. We are currently working on a blues record called ‘Future City Bluesʼ, which Iʼll be released later this year.

Who are you listening to at the moment?
Iʼm currently listening to the new Tame Impala record, which I very much like. Jamie Lidell – ‘building a beginningʼ has been on heavy rotation. Revisiting Justice ‘audio, video, discoʼ. Iʼm always trying to keep up with what my friends are releasing as well.

What do you like to do away from music?
I like to take walks. Each year from ages 20-30 I became a little less active in sports and exercise until I eventually arrived at walking. Outdoor walking only, none of that mall stuff. But seriously, if I donʼt walk at least a few miles a day, I have a tough time focusing on anything. Itʼs a great way to break up the day and give your brain a much needed reset. I recommend it to everyone, especially those who are staring at screens all day.

What’s planned for 2020?
2020 is the year for releases. Thatʼs been my plan anyway. Iʼve become pretty overwhelmed by the amount of music thatʼs been collecting on my hard drives that I need to do something with it before I explode. Denis and I have a project in the works that will basically serve to recycle all of the tracks we make that donʼt find their way onto an album or a film that we are writing for. There will be all sorts of styles ranging from funk to spaghetti western soundtrack style recordings.

Favourite food and place to hangout?
I donʼt think I have a single particular favorite food, but I do eat an awful lot of ice cream. When Iʼm not in the studio, I like to hang out on the city streets. I also enjoy floating down a nice creek or river with fishing pole in hand. I usually visit with family if I have a few days off.

March 6, 2020 0 comments

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Outlook Origins unveils final names, stage programmes and Barbarella’s after parties

by the partae March 6, 2020

written by the partae

The final names for Outlook Origins 2020 can now be revealed for the exciting new chapter which unfolds in the stunning Garden Resort in Tisno from July 30th to August 3rd 2020. Drum & bass icons Chase & Status and Children of Zeus are added to the opening concert, Novelist, Silkie, Coki, Goth Trad, Conducta and Sgt Pokes all line up at the main event, while 1xtra’s Jamz Supernova joins the bill and Pinch’s Tectonic and Rinse FM also get involved for their own impressive takeovers amongst many more big announcements.

Origins is all about curating cutting edge music for the real heads. It’s a more intimate version of the storied Outlook Festival, but at the same time, stays true to its roots with a big focus on sound system culture, beach parties, boat parties, after parties and more. Full news of the boat parties are to come with the final Early Bird ticket online, including the festival’s popular 5 for 4 group ticket offer (£96 per person).

The line-up for this mouth-watering event has been pulled together by 13 expert curators, and each has done a fine job of representing the various cornerstones of their own scenes. These are Calibre, D Double E, DJ Storm, Flava D, Fliptrix, Goldie, Iration Steppas, Lenzman, Mala, Mungo’s Hifi, The Bug, Zed Bias and Hybrid Minds, and they have already announced huge names like dBridge, Fabio & Grooverider, Randall, Wookie, Youngsta, Hatcha, Breakage, Doc Scott, DRS, J.Sparrow, P. Money, 6 Figure Gang (aka Dobby, FAUZIA, Jossy Mitsu, LCY, Sherelle, Yazzus), Children of Zeus, Coops, Darwin, Horsepower Productions, Jah Shaka, N-Type and many more.

Drum & bass legends Chase & Status join the opening concert in Sibenik alongside Shy FX, Dynamite MC and Manchester duo Children Of Zeus. Spaces are limited for the unique event that kicks off the festival on Thursday 30th July – an unmissable, well-loved part of the Outlook Festival model.

On Mala’s curated stage in attendance are Silkie, Coki, Goth Trad, Sicaria Sound with Killa P, Crazy D & Sun of Selah on the mic all bringing the signature sound back to Croatia with plenty of hard hitting and deep bass styles. Further high profile stage takeovers have been added and include Pinch’s Tectonic label celebrating 15 years (with Walton being a late and great addition ahead of his new release on the label) and Rinse FM who join forces with 6 Figure Gang for a takeover of their own that is sure to get rowdy. Elsewhere excitement is building for Deadbeat + Tikiman who will present a special live dub show, while New Zealand duo Truth return for big things in 2020. The Heatwave add some of their own much loved and hugely characteristic bounce and 1xtra’s Jamz Supernova joins the bill, while there will be more drum & bass from Technimatic, SCAR, Artificial Intelligence and J Majik.

A key part of this year’s event will be the Barbarella’s After Parties, which are available via a separate ticket on sale now as individual days, as well as part of a festival package deal and full pass. Each of these special events is powered by the peerless Sinai Sound System and will feature the likes of Dispatch and Sofa Sound going head to head for a takeover. Mala curates a heavyweight offering featuring Deep Medi family including local Egoless as well as Silkie, Sicaria Sound and a b2b from Coki and Mala, then The Bug curates his own late night get together as well as Leeds legend and dub warrior Iration Steppas.

This is an exciting evolution in the story of Outlook and is once again set to be the most essential festival for lovers of any and all forms of bass.

Website & Tickets: http://www.outlookfestival.com

FULL A-Z:

207 • Abnormal Sleepz • Ant TC1 • Artificial Intelligence • Black Barrel • Black Josh • Blackeye MC • Blazin • Breakage • Breakfake • Buer • Channel One • Charlie P • Children of Zeus • Coki • Conducta • Coops • Crazy D • Danny T & Tradesman • Darwin • dBridge • Deadbeat + Tikiman • Digital • Digitron • DJ Flight • DLR • Dobby • Doc Scott • Dred • DRS • Dub Head • Dubdiggerz • Dubkasm • Dubolik & Lo Peaks • Egoless • El-B • Ellie Prohan • Fabio & Grooverider • FAUZIA • FD • Fiend • Finwa • Flowdan • Foamplate • Fox • Goth-Trad • Gusto • Hatcha • Highlander • Horsepower Productions • Ila Brugal • J Majik • J:Kenzo • J.Sparrow • Jah Shaka • Jamz Supernova • Jeremy Sylvester • John B • Jossy Mitsu • Jubilee • Kahn • Kid Drama • Killa P • Kryo • LCY • Lee Scott • Loefah • Lush • Macky Banton • Mantra • Marcus Visionary • MC Codebreaker • MC GQ • MC Lowqui • MC Moose • MC Pean • MC Tempza • MC Vapour • Mind of A Dragon • Miss Red • Mr K • N-Type • Novelist • O.B.F • One87 • P Money • Parly B • Perception • Pinch • Ramsez • Randall • Reggae Take Over • Roots In Session • RSD • Sammy Virji • Satl • SCAR • Scratchclart & Lady Lykez • Sgt Pokes • Sharda • SHERELLE • Shosh • Sicaria Sound • Silkie • Sinai Sound • Siskiyou • Solo Banton • SP:MC • Sr Wilson • Stalawa • Submotive • Sun of Selah • Surreal • Technimatic • Ternion Sound • The Heatwave • Truemendous • Truth • Vital •Techniques • Vixen Sound • Walton • Wookie • Yazzus • Youngsta

Location: The Garden Resort, Tisno, Croatia

Date: 30th July – 3rd August, 2020

Website | Tickets

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Ladies & Gentleman, this is democracy manifest... What's the charge? The Chats have released yet another unforgettable video for their latest track, Dine N Dash, the fifth single taken from The Chats' debut album High Risk Behaviour, out March 27. In true Chats fashion, Dine N Dash is fierce, funny, sweaty and sub-two-minutes. The video, directed by Matt Weston, finds The Chats in an unfamiliar environment, eating a meal, a succulent steakhouse meal, while embracing the piss poor status of their wallets and outright brazenness to get a decent feed. *DISCLAIMER: The Chats DO NOT condone the old Dine N Dash, they just like it.* "We filmed at Walters steakhouse in Brisbane. It was the best steak I’ve had. Definitely gave the bowlsie a run for its money. No mushy gravy thou. - Josh Price “Ya know you’re in a fancy restaurant when the chips and salad aren’t included"- Eamon Sandwith View it below and be sure to watch till the very end, it'd be a crime not to. Pre-order High Risk Behaviour here To celebrate the visual and aural feast that Dine N Dash delivers, the band have just announced the High Risk Behavior Australian album tour, kicking off at Splendour in the Grass on July 25 and hitting all major cities in August, tickets are on-sale now. TA TA AND FAREWELL! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3jAJHRW_Yo&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3jAJHRW_Yo&feature=youtu.be

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The Chats Release Video For New Single ‘Dine N Dash’ and announce national album tour

by the partae March 6, 2020

written by the partae

Ladies & Gentleman, this is democracy manifest…

What’s the charge? The Chats have released yet another unforgettable video for their latest track, Dine N Dash, the fifth single taken from The Chats’ debut album High Risk Behaviour, out March 27. In true Chats fashion, Dine N Dash is fierce, funny, sweaty and sub-two-minutes.The video, directed by Matt Weston, finds The Chats in an unfamiliar environment, eating a meal, a succulent steakhouse meal, while embracing the piss poor status of their wallets and outright brazenness to get a decent feed.

*DISCLAIMER: The Chats DO NOT condone the old Dine N Dash, they just like it.*

“We filmed at Walters steakhouse in Brisbane. It was the best steak I’ve had. Definitely gave the bowlsie a run for its money. No mushy gravy thou. – Josh Price

“Ya know you’re in a fancy restaurant when the chips and salad aren’t included”- Eamon Sandwith

View it below and be sure to watch till the very end, it’d be a crime not to.

Pre-order High Risk Behaviour here

To celebrate the visual and aural feast that Dine N Dash delivers, the band have just announced the High Risk Behavior Australian album tour, kicking off at Splendour in the Grass on July 25 and hitting all major cities in August, tickets are on-sale now.TA TA AND FAREWELL!

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"So REAL. So PUNK. This grrrl gang is back and ready to explode" – Claire Mooney, triple j “VOIID have spent the past number of years establishing themselves as one of the country’s most unapologetic and relentless bands." – Happy Mag "Describing these girls as a powerhouse is, honestly, selling them short. They’re more than that—they’re a force to be reckoned with" – AAA Backstage Loud, proud and ready to riot. Brisbane based female punk band VOIID make a statement with hard-hitting track 'Sour' - taking a stance for women everywhere whilst raising awareness on a current worldwide topic. 'Sour' is accompanied by a new video clip, and the announcement of their third EP, premiered yesterday via Blunt Mag. 'Sour' is nostalgic of 90s grunge, both in sound and visual aesthetic. Distorted guitar riffs, crisp snares and slacker vocals permeate the soundscape, purposefully setting the tone of the track's narrative. Sticking to their guns, the band are unapologetic and passionate about the brash lyrics, highlighting the sensitive topic of sexual assault. "Our newest release touches on to the hard-hitting subjects such as dealing with sexual assault/abuse, being looked down on for your appearance and dealing with deteriorating relationships", explains drummer Jasmine Cannon. Outspoken and in-your-face, VOIID aim to use their creative license to call attention to topics that are both relatable and weighty. Jasmine continues to explain, "the importance of this song, the seriousness of it..we’re not going to hide our lyrics or experiences just so the mainstream can turn a blind eye". Filmed and edited by Jack Cassidy who created VOIID's previous video clip for 'Hell', the gritty and grimy video signifies a middle finger to the patriarchy. 'Sour' is from their third EP that will arrive in June. The group have had a successful run in 2019, including plays on triple j unearthed, a premiere on triple j's Home & Hosed for 'Hell', and amassing over 230,000 streams across their Spotify and Apple Music to date. They also toured with DZ Deathrays alongside Polish Club and The Buoys as well as playing Festival Of The Sun Festival in December. Make way for VOIID - a band that is here stay and won't be silenced. VOIID's single 'Sour' is out NOW. CONNECT ONLINE WITH VOIID

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VOIID are back with new track + video for ‘SOUR’

by the partae March 6, 2020

written by the partae

“So REAL. So PUNK. This grrrl gang is back and ready to explode”
– Claire Mooney, triple j

“VOIID have spent the past number of years establishing themselves as one of the country’s most unapologetic and relentless bands.”
– Happy Mag

“Describing these girls as a powerhouse is, honestly, selling them short. They’re more than that—they’re a force to be reckoned with”
– AAA Backstage

Loud, proud and ready to riot. Brisbane based female punk band VOIID make a statement with hard-hitting track ‘Sour’ – taking a stance for women everywhere whilst raising awareness on a current worldwide topic. ‘Sour’ is accompanied by a new video clip, and the announcement of their third EP, premiered yesterday via Blunt Mag.

‘Sour’ is nostalgic of 90s grunge, both in sound and visual aesthetic. Distorted guitar riffs, crisp snares and slacker vocals permeate the soundscape, purposefully setting the tone of the track’s narrative. Sticking to their guns, the band are unapologetic and passionate about the brash lyrics, highlighting the sensitive topic of sexual assault. “Our newest release touches on to the hard-hitting subjects such as dealing with sexual assault/abuse, being looked down on for your appearance and dealing with deteriorating relationships”, explains drummer Jasmine Cannon. Outspoken and in-your-face, VOIID aim to use their creative license to call attention to topics that are both relatable and weighty. Jasmine continues to explain, “the importance of this song, the seriousness of it..we’re not going to hide our lyrics or experiences just so the mainstream can turn a blind eye”.

Filmed and edited by Jack Cassidy who created VOIID’s previous video clip for ‘Hell’, the gritty and grimy video signifies a middle finger to the patriarchy. ‘Sour’ is from their third EP that will arrive in June.

The group have had a successful run in 2019, including plays on triple j unearthed, a premiere on triple j’s Home & Hosed for ‘Hell’, and amassing over 230,000 streams across their Spotify and Apple Music to date. They also toured with DZ Deathrays alongside Polish Club and The Buoys as well as playing Festival Of The Sun Festival in December.

Make way for VOIID – a band that is here stay and won’t be silenced.

VOIID’s single ‘Sour‘ is out NOW.

CONNECT ONLINE WITH VOIID

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Kikagaku Moyo – The Croxton Melbourne Review, 4th March 2020

by the partae March 6, 2020

written by the partae

PHOTOGRAPHY: NATE HILL

WORDS: CHRIS BROOKS

Kikagaku Moyo graced the Melbourne Croxton Bandroom stage with a psychedelic aura that could be felt and seen immediately without the need of a Kirlian camera or even the assistance of a sense enhancing substance. Hailing all the way from Japan, what a blessing it is to have such an act perform on a Aussie soil.

The musical chemistry within Kikagaku Moyo was electrifying as the energy was teaming throughout the hot and sweaty Croxton. The band members reverberated musical notes of each with ease an effortlessness that usually only comes through a family like relationship or very close and intimate friendships, the passing of human emotion through musical notes is what in essence music is all about, Kikagaku Moyo are an extraordinary exemplification of music in form.

The Croxton audience were taken on a fun and sexy psychedelic/hypnotic roller coaster of love rock, at times reaching a euphoric sense of a transcending meditative state, a truly out of this world, out of body experience.

Kikagaku Moyo performed with wholehearted finesse and a refined Japanese flavour that will always be leaving you asking for more.

PHOTOGRAPHY: NATE HILL

WORDS: CHRIS BROOKS

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Ivy League Records are incredibly excited to reveal Live At The Forum by The Teskey Brothers – a limited edition, double-vinyl that will be released for Record Store Day on Saturday 18 April. The live album, recorded to analogue tape during the band’s sold-out four night stand at the beloved Melbourne venue last November, will be released on 180g, double-blue gatefold vinyl, available instore only at participating RSD venues. As a teaser for fans, the band have released a live video for ‘Hold Me’ – also captured at one of last year’s sold-out Forum shows. VIDEO: 'Hold Me' by The Teskey Brothers “We thought we’d try and record a live album with a tape machine, which is madness, but that’s our format so it’s the way we wanted to do it” – Sam Teskey Live At The Forum features songs from the band’s two critically acclaimed albums, Run Home Slow (2019) and Half Mile Harvest (2017), as well as a special cover of John Lennon’s ‘Jealous Guy’. The decision to release a live album was a natural one for The Teskey Brothers, who’ve spent the past few years captivating audiences around the world. Their non-stop touring schedule has included sold out shows across Australia & NZ (20+ sold-out dates in 2019 alone), New York, LA, San Francisco, Denver, Toronto, London, Dublin, Manchester, Glasgow, Paris, Amsterdam, Zurich and more. The band have also played to mammoth crowds at festivals such as Latitude Festival (UK), Firefly (US), North Sea Jazz (Netherlands), Bonnaroo (US), and at home, Splendour in the Grass, Meredith Music Festival & Byron Bay’s Bluesfest, to name a few. 2019 was an incredible year for the Warrandyte four-piece. The timeless Run Home Slow captured the hearts of music fans and critics across the world, earning the band three ARIA Awards (alongside a breathtaking performance of ‘Rain’ at the event), four Music Victoria Awards and a Grammy Nomination for Best Engineer Album, Non-Classical, recognising Paul Butler & Sam Teskey as the album engineers along with Melbourne’s Joe Carra as mastering engineer. Run Home Slow debuted at #2 on the ARIA Album chart in August and stayed in the top 7 for four consecutive weeks. A testament to the dedication of their loyal and new fans alike, release week also saw Run Home Slow and their debut, Half Mile Harvest sit at #1 and #2 respectively on the iTunes Album Chart. Having just returned for a sold-out UK & Europe tour, the band are enjoying a well-earned break before a Nth American headline tour later this year, as well as few more surprises to be revealed soon. Watch this space for more exciting Teskey Brothers news! The Teskey Brothers are: Josh Teskey – vocals & rhythm guitar Sam Teskey – lead guitar Brendan Love – bass guitar Liam Gough - drums Live At The Forum The Teskey Brothers Out Saturday 18 April (Record Store Day) through Ivy League Records For all Record Store Day details, head to: recordstoreday.com.au THE TESKEY BROTHERS

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THE TESKEY BROTHERS ANNOUNCE ‘LIVE AT THE FORUM’ – A DOUBLE-VINYL RELEASE FOR RECORD STORE DAY, SATURDAY 18 APRIL + LIVE VIDEO FOR ‘HOLD ME’ OUT NOW

by the partae March 6, 2020

written by the partae

Ivy League Records are incredibly excited to reveal Live At The Forum by The Teskey Brothers – a limited edition, double-vinyl that will be released for Record Store Day on Saturday 18 April. The live album, recorded to analogue tape during the band’s sold-out four night stand at the beloved Melbourne venue last November, will be released on 180g, double-blue gatefold vinyl, available instore only at participating RSD venues.

As a teaser for fans, the band have released a live video for ‘Hold Me’ – also captured at one of last year’s sold-out Forum shows.

VIDEO: ‘Hold Me’ by The Teskey Brothers

“We thought we’d try and record a live album with a tape machine, which is madness, but that’s our format so it’s the way we wanted to do it” – Sam Teskey

Live At The Forum features songs from the band’s two critically acclaimed albums, Run Home Slow (2019) and Half Mile Harvest (2017), as well as a special cover of John Lennon’s ‘Jealous Guy’.The decision to release a live album was a natural one for The Teskey Brothers, who’ve spent the past few years captivating audiences around the world. Their non-stop touring schedule has included sold out shows across Australia & NZ (20+ sold-out dates in 2019 alone), New York, LA, San Francisco, Denver, Toronto, London, Dublin, Manchester, Glasgow, Paris, Amsterdam, Zurich and more. The band have also played to mammoth crowds at festivals such as Latitude Festival (UK), Firefly (US), North Sea Jazz (Netherlands), Bonnaroo (US), and at home, Splendour in the Grass, Meredith Music Festival & Byron Bay’s Bluesfest, to name a few.

2019 was an incredible year for the Warrandyte four-piece. The timeless Run Home Slow captured the hearts of music fans and critics across the world, earning the band three ARIA Awards (alongside a breathtaking performance of ‘Rain’ at the event), four Music Victoria Awards and a Grammy Nomination for Best Engineer Album, Non-Classical, recognising Paul Butler & Sam Teskey as the album engineers along with Melbourne’s Joe Carra as mastering engineer.

Run Home Slow debuted at #2 on the ARIA Album chart in August and stayed in the top 7 for four consecutive weeks. A testament to the dedication of their loyal and new fans alike, release week also saw Run Home Slow and their debut, Half Mile Harvest sit at #1 and #2 respectively on the iTunes Album Chart.

Having just returned for a sold-out UK & Europe tour, the band are enjoying a well-earned break before a Nth American headline tour later this year, as well as few more surprises to be revealed soon. Watch this space for more exciting Teskey Brothers news!

The Teskey Brothers are:
Josh Teskey – vocals & rhythm guitar
Sam Teskey – lead guitar
Brendan Love – bass guitar
Liam Gough – drums

Live At The Forum
The Teskey BrothersOut Saturday 18 April (Record Store Day) through Ivy League RecordsFor all Record Store Day details, head to: recordstoreday.com.au

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Missy Bauman Premiere

by the partae March 5, 2020

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Crafting songs about all the intimate moments of youth, from dysfunction to desire to death, Missy Bauman performs folk music with fangs. She is not afraid to sit you down on the bed, look you in the eyes, and tell you the painful truths you need to hear.

With the song writing sensibilities of Dan Mangan and the alternative edge of Mother Mother, Bauman’s music drips with sweet intentions and sour recollections. Her dreamy instrumentation is grounded by her voice, a powerful delicacy that dances on your skin and pounds at your heart. Her debut full-length album, Don’t Fear the Dark, was praised by Rrampt magazine as “…an exploration of the ethereal, [and] the work of a truly talented artist”.

Bauman’s fearless songs and transformative shows have won her critical acclaim across Canada, including a Canadian Songwriting Hall of Fame nomination, selection as a Youth Performer at the Summerfolk Music Festival, and runner-up in BC Musician’s Songwriting Competition. Her brave interrogation of sexual assault, “Two Sisters,” was awarded a “Song from the Heart” award from Folk Music Ontario for best political piece of the year. With such recognition accumulating already, Bauman’s forthcoming album is bound to be her boldest and brightest yet.

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SKALPEL RELEASE THE FINAL SINGLE TAKEN FROM THEIR FORTHCOMING ALBUM VIA NOPAPER RECORDS / !K7 EVOKING A FUTURISTIC FEELING OF UNCERTAINTY, ‘BLOW’ IS AVAILABLE TO STREAM NOW

by the partae March 5, 2020

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Ahead of their anticipated new album via NoPaper Records / !K7, Skalpel today release the final single titled ‘Blow’.

Offering a further taste of the ambassadors of electrified Polish Jazz music’s forthcoming LP, ‘HIGHLIGHT’, album opener ‘Blow’ “intertwines our musical past and present” says Skalpel and follows on from the previously released singles ‘Quicksilver’ and ‘Arrival’. Over the years, the duo have been championed for their unique approach of blending local and traditional jazz inspirations with means of new electronica. New single ‘Blow’ is the perfect exhibition of their craft, offering a cinematic undertone coupled with a shimmering arpeggio.

Continuing to showcase ‘HIGHLIGHT’ as Skalpel’s most comprehensive album to date, their original and now signature approach has seen the duo release three albums. With LP’s ‘Skalpel’ and ‘Konfusion’ both released via ‘Ninja Tune’ and receiving excellent reviews in NME, The Wire and DJ Mag, a Gilles Peterson Worldwide Award nomination soon followed. ‘Transit’, Skalpel’s third album marked a significant shift in their creative technique, a shift from samples to virtual instruments.

With the album set for release on March 20th, ‘HIGHLIGHT’ is a demonstration of joyful and creative explosion, constituting in Skalpel’s most rhythmically diverse and enhanced body of work to date.

Skalpel’s ‘Blow’ is out now via NoPaper Records / !K7

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Melbourne’s Nat Vazer is excited to reveal her latest indie pop crooner ‘Grateful’. Out today, ‘Grateful’ joins beloved 2019 latecomer ‘Like Demi’, to appear on Vazer’s forthcoming debut album arriving mid-year via Hotel Motel Records. The anticipated release follows in the wake of Vazer’s 2018 EP We Used to Have Real Conversations, which featured breaking single ‘Keep Away From Parks’ and crowd favourite ‘Struggletown’. Fans of Nat Vazer’s distinct vocal charm and tender lyricism can revel in the palpable slacker-rock energy of ‘Grateful’ live when Vazer and her band head up the East Coast for a run of launch shows this March. In 'Grateful' it's as if Vazer is gathering her thoughts live on record. Her stream-of-consciousness ponderings are highly considered, eloquent and raw, strewn over cathartic outbursts of ‘90s grunge and powerful guitar licks. A song navigating social equity in Australia and beyond, ‘Grateful’ situates Vazer as a leading voice of her generation, nestling in comfortably beside such indie contemporaries as Courtney Barnett Lucy Dacus, or Stella Donnelly. Produced by Robert Muiños (Julia Jacklin, Saskwatch) and featuring a fiery solo from bandmate Andy Campbell, ‘Grateful’ presents a nostalgic trip down memory lane from angst-ridden adolescence to budding sisterhood and beyond. “‘Grateful’ is an ode to all the inspiring female artists and role models out there, and a vent about the ongoing uphill battle for social equality. It’s about acknowledgement and respect, with a sprinkle of sarcasm and the kind of non-conformist attitude that used to make my Year 10 English teacher say, ‘girls like you are exactly what’s wrong with the world.’ In my head this song takes place in a hot, cowboy-esque desert town with smokey synths and tambourines in the same vein as The Brian Jonestown Massacre. In writing the guitar and drum parts, my artist child took a trip down memory lane and revisited old influences like Nirvana, The Dandy Warhols and The Beatles who had a real influence on my early days of guitar playing as a teen.” – Nat Vazer Nat Vazer’s fast-growing reputation as an intricate songwriter and enthralling live performer have landed her support slots for Last Dinosaurs, #1 Dads, Carla Geneve, The Magic Numbers (UK) and a Victorian tour with Lime Cordiale. Performances at St Kilda Festival, Kyneton Music Festival, Changes, Not Fest and more have cemented Vazer as a prominent live force who can captivate audiences at large, both with and without her full live band. Nat is thrilled to be celebrating her latest release with an East Coast ‘Grateful’ single tour this autumn, hitting up Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Newcastle to support US band Twin Peaks. So be sure to head on down to your local to hear some of Nat Vazer’s whimsical storytelling with a bite of feminist defiance. ‘Grateful’ Single Launch Tour Melbourne Saturday 28 March - The Old Bar Double Single Launch With Good Pash Supported by Eaglemont + AM Reruns Tickets: theoldbar.com.au Thirroul Wednesday 8 April 2020 - Franks Wild Years Supports TBA More info: frankswildyears.com Newcastle Thursday 9 April – Small Ballroom Supporting Twin Peaks (US) Tickets: Oztix Canberra Friday 10 April – Smiths Alternative National Anti Folk Festival Tickets: smithsalternative.com Sydney Saturday 11 April - Golden Age Cinema Support From Goodside Free Entry www.ourgoldenage.com.au/live-music Melbourne Saturday 18 April - Rocksteady Records Record Store Day 2020 - Full Line Up TBA Free Entry and All Ages ‘Grateful’ is out now via Hotel Motel Records ‘Grateful’ Co-produced by Robert Muiños and Nat Vazer Mixed by Ali Chant Mastered by John Davis GRATEFUL - Lyrics There’s that girl who you adore Hanging on that poster wall She climbed so high, she broke the ceiling There’s that girl who you applaud She paved the way for us all So we can do it once more, with feeling And they tell me I should be grateful And I’ve been waiting for a girl like you The broken system’s broken me down too And I’ve been waiting for a girl like you There’s that girl who you adore Hanging on that poster wall She climbed so high, she broke the ceiling So we can do it once more, with feeling They tell me it could be easy And I should be grateful, I should be grateful Grateful to my own mother? Grateful to fill the quota? Just somebody else’s lover? Just a significant ‘other’? And I should be grateful? I should be grateful? Nat Vazer Website Nat Vazer Facebook Nat Vazer Instagram Nat Vazer Spotify

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Nat Vazer shares new single ‘Grateful’ – An ode to inspiring females and role models + announces East Coast single tour dates

by the partae March 5, 2020

written by the partae

Melbourne’s Nat Vazer is excited to reveal her latest indie pop crooner ‘Grateful’.
Out today, ‘Grateful’ joins beloved 2019 latecomer ‘Like Demi’, to appear on Vazer’s forthcoming debut album arriving mid-year via Hotel Motel Records. The anticipated release follows in the wake of Vazer’s 2018 EP We Used to Have Real Conversations, which featured breaking single ‘Keep Away From Parks’ and crowd favourite ‘Struggletown’. Fans of Nat Vazer’s distinct vocal charm and tender lyricism can revel in the palpable slacker-rock energy of ‘Grateful’ live when Vazer and her band head up the East Coast for a run of launch shows this March.

In ‘Grateful‘ it’s as if Vazer is gathering her thoughts live on record. Her stream-of-consciousness ponderings are highly considered, eloquent and raw, strewn over cathartic outbursts of ‘90s grunge and powerful guitar licks. A song navigating social equity in Australia and beyond, ‘Grateful’ situates Vazer as a leading voice of her generation, nestling in comfortably beside such indie contemporaries as Courtney Barnett Lucy Dacus, or Stella Donnelly. Produced by Robert Muiños (Julia Jacklin, Saskwatch) and featuring a fiery solo from bandmate Andy Campbell, ‘Grateful’ presents a nostalgic trip down memory lane from angst-ridden adolescence to budding sisterhood and beyond.

“‘Grateful’ is an ode to all the inspiring female artists and role models out there, and a vent about the ongoing uphill battle for social equality. It’s about acknowledgement and respect, with a sprinkle of sarcasm and the kind of non-conformist attitude that used to make my Year 10 English teacher say, ‘girls like you are exactly what’s wrong with the world.’ In my head this song takes place in a hot, cowboy-esque desert town with smokey synths and tambourines in the same vein as The Brian Jonestown Massacre. In writing the guitar and drum parts, my artist child took a trip down memory lane and revisited old influences like Nirvana, The Dandy Warhols and The Beatles who had a real influence on my early days of guitar playing as a teen.” – Nat Vazer

Nat Vazer’s fast-growing reputation as an intricate songwriter and enthralling live performer have landed her support slots for Last Dinosaurs, #1 Dads, Carla Geneve, The Magic Numbers (UK) and a Victorian tour with Lime Cordiale. Performances at St Kilda Festival, Kyneton Music Festival, Changes, Not Fest and more have cemented Vazer as a prominent live force who can captivate audiences at large, both with and without her full live band. Nat is thrilled to be celebrating her latest release with an East Coast ‘Grateful’ single tour this autumn, hitting up Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Newcastle to support US band Twin Peaks. So be sure to head on down to your local to hear some of Nat Vazer’s whimsical storytelling with a bite of feminist defiance.

‘Grateful’ Single Launch Tour
Melbourne
Saturday 28 March – The Old Bar
Double Single Launch With Good Pash
Supported by Eaglemont + AM Reruns
Tickets: theoldbar.com.au

Thirroul
Wednesday 8 April 2020 – Franks Wild Years
Supports TBA
More info: frankswildyears.com

Newcastle
Thursday 9 April – Small Ballroom
Supporting Twin Peaks (US)
Tickets: Oztix

Canberra
Friday 10 April – Smiths Alternative
National Anti Folk Festival
Tickets: smithsalternative.com

Sydney
Saturday 11 April – Golden Age Cinema
Support From Goodside
Free Entry
www.ourgoldenage.com.au/live-music

Melbourne
Saturday 18 April – Rocksteady Records
Record Store Day 2020 – Full Line Up TBA
Free Entry and All Ages

‘Grateful’ is out now via Hotel Motel Records

‘Grateful’ Co-produced by Robert Muiños and Nat Vazer
Mixed by Ali Chant
Mastered by John Davis

GRATEFUL – Lyrics
There’s that girl who you adore
Hanging on that poster wall
She climbed so high, she broke the ceiling

There’s that girl who you applaud
She paved the way for us all
So we can do it once more, with feeling

And they tell me I should be grateful

And I’ve been waiting for a girl like you
The broken system’s broken me down too
And I’ve been waiting for a girl like you

There’s that girl who you adore
Hanging on that poster wall
She climbed so high, she broke the ceiling
So we can do it once more, with feeling
They tell me it could be easy
And I should be grateful, I should be grateful

Grateful to my own mother?
Grateful to fill the quota?
Just somebody else’s lover?
Just a significant ‘other’?
And I should be grateful?
I should be grateful?

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SOFT EXPRESSION IS AVAILABLE NOW ON 12" VINYL & DIGITALLY ON FRIDAY 27 MARCH Soothsayer are excited to reveal the latest addition to their dynamic roster, Sydney musician, DJ and Retiree band member BODY CORP (aka Marco Vella). With previous releases on Pelvis Records, Plastic World and with band Retiree, Soothsayer today release BODY CORP’s club-ready EP Soft Expression exclusively on 12” vinyl, available for purchase on soothsayeronline.com, Bandcamp and select record stores. The EP will be released digitally on Friday 27 March. To tide listeners over until they can get their hands on a wax copy, BODY CORP shares his first single from the release ‘You Don’t Know’, a delicious slice of no-fi house that incorporates mellow, celestial sounds that elevate the track to another sonic plane and was inspired by the foreign and unfamiliar soundscapes of Japan, during a trip Marco took some time ago: "The track began with field recordings of a Japanese train guard’s announcements on the JR Line from Tokyo to Kyoto. Re-incarnated through experimentations in various Sydney studios and drawing influence from 90s acid house, ‘You Don’t Know’ was the beginning of what has become the Soft Expression EP. – BODY CORP The rest of Soft Expression was formed from evolving sessions, drawing inspiration from the dedicated local music scenes in Sydney and Melbourne and often finding a moment after to record sections of songs, resulting in a beautiful collection of house tracks that lean heavily on the sounds of the 90s and Marco’s love of the late night, while parading a distinct modern touch. Across four silk-laced originals (and one mind bending remix from Francis Inferno Orchestra – exclusive to the 12”), there are smudgy fingerprints of musical introspection. ‘You Don’t Know’ showcases BODY CORP’s distinct style of vintage house with a sharp focus on tonight’s dancefloor. BODY CORP

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BODY CORP Releases Debut Track On Soothsayer ‘You Don’t Know’ Lifted From ‘Soft Expression’ EP

by the partae March 5, 2020

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SOFT EXPRESSION IS AVAILABLE NOW ON 12″ VINYL
& DIGITALLY ON FRIDAY 27 MARCH

Soothsayer are excited to reveal the latest addition to their dynamic roster, Sydney musician, DJ and Retiree band member BODY CORP (aka Marco Vella). With previous releases on Pelvis Records, Plastic World and with band Retiree, Soothsayer today release BODY CORP’s club-ready EP Soft Expression exclusively on 12” vinyl, available for purchase on soothsayeronline.com, Bandcamp and select record stores. The EP will be released digitally on Friday 27 March.

To tide listeners over until they can get their hands on a wax copy, BODY CORP shares his first single from the release ‘You Don’t Know’, a delicious slice of no-fi house that incorporates mellow, celestial sounds that elevate the track to another sonic plane and was inspired by the foreign and unfamiliar soundscapes of Japan, during a trip Marco took some time ago:

“The track began with field recordings of a Japanese train guard’s announcements on the JR Line from Tokyo to Kyoto. Re-incarnated through experimentations in various Sydney studios and drawing influence from 90s acid house, ‘You Don’t Know’ was the beginning of what has become the Soft Expression EP. – BODY CORP

The rest of Soft Expression was formed from evolving sessions, drawing inspiration from the dedicated local music scenes in Sydney and Melbourne and often finding a moment after to record sections of songs, resulting in a beautiful collection of house tracks that lean heavily on the sounds of the 90s and Marco’s love of the late night, while parading a distinct modern touch. Across four silk-laced originals (and one mind bending remix from Francis Inferno Orchestra – exclusive to the 12”), there are smudgy fingerprints of musical introspection.‘You Don’t Know’ showcases BODY CORP’s distinct style of vintage house with a sharp focus on tonight’s dancefloor.

BODY CORP

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Love Police are incredibly excited to announce the triumphant return of G. Love to Australian shores in 2020, freshly celebrating the release of his stellar new record, The Juice, with a sweet solo tour. Co-produced and co-written with four time Grammy award-winner Keb’ Mo’, the electrifying new album also features a slew of special guests including Robert Randolph, Marcus King and Roosevelt Collier. The Juice sees G. Love blooming out of his bluesy, post-grunge, hip-hop tinged work with G. Love & Special Sauce, creating a magnificent jazzy and folky storm to compliment his roots. The result is electrifying in both its musical and lyrical content — “a fun record that’s not overly groovy, and a serious record that isn’t depressing,” writes Glide Magazine, referencing the record’s balance between the personal and the political. G. Love has also released several animated videos for featured tracks including “Go Crazy”, “SoulBQue” and “Shake Your Hair”. For more insight, view the recent Billboard Feature. G. Love’s extensive three-decade career has been one hallmarked by multiple moments of creativity and vibrancy, “I’m more inspired now I’ve ever been before,” he states; this tour seeks to celebrate and elevate this success to new, unshakeable heights — these shows can not be missed. View a playlist of G. Love’s animated videos via Youtube:https://bit.ly/2Ri1QwJ For a sample of G. Love solo, check out this Paste Session. CATCH G. LOVE LIVE IN MAY WED 13 – NORTHCOTE SOCIAL CLUB, MELBOURNE https://northcotesocialclub.com/gig/98115300505/ THUR 14 – MARY’S UNDERGROUND, SYDNEY https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/g-love-solo-usa-/120383 FRI 16 – BLUES ON BROADBEACH https://bluesonbroadbeach.com/ SAT 17 – THE JUNK BAR, BRISBANE http://www.thejunkbar.com.au/ For interviews or further information, contact David Laing – dnlaing65@gmail.com / 0466 721 849 G.LOVE's THE JUICE IS OUT NOW ON PHILADELPHONIC/THIRTY TIGERS THRU COOKING VINYL AUSTRALIA Facebook - Twitter - Official Website

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G. LOVE RETURNS FOR SHOWS IN MELBOURNE, SYDNEY, BRISBANE AND BLUES ON BROADBEACH!

by the partae March 5, 2020

written by the partae

Love Police are incredibly excited to announce the triumphant return of G. Love to Australian shores in 2020, freshly celebrating the release of his stellar new record, The Juice, with a sweet solo tour.

Co-produced and co-written with four time Grammy award-winner Keb’ Mo’, the electrifying new album also features a slew of special guests including Robert Randolph, Marcus King and Roosevelt Collier.

The Juice sees G. Love blooming out of his bluesy, post-grunge, hip-hop tinged work with G. Love & Special Sauce, creating a magnificent jazzy and folky storm to compliment his roots. The result is electrifying in both its musical and lyrical content — “a fun record that’s not overly groovy, and a serious record that isn’t depressing,” writes Glide Magazine, referencing the record’s balance between the personal and the political.

G. Love has also released several animated videos for featured tracks including “Go Crazy”, “SoulBQue” and “Shake Your Hair”. For more insight, view the recent Billboard Feature.

G. Love’s extensive three-decade career has been one hallmarked by multiple moments of creativity and vibrancy, “I’m more inspired now I’ve ever been before,” he states; this tour seeks to celebrate and elevate this success to new, unshakeable heights — these shows can not be missed.

View a playlist of G. Love’s animated videos via Youtube:https://bit.ly/2Ri1QwJ

CATCH G. LOVE LIVE IN MAY

WED 13 – NORTHCOTE SOCIAL CLUB, MELBOURNE
https://northcotesocialclub.com/gig/98115300505/

THUR 14 – MARY’S UNDERGROUND, SYDNEY
https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/g-love-solo-usa-/120383

SAT 16 – BLUES ON BROADBEACH
https://bluesonbroadbeach.com/

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Fletcher Gull ‘Remember That You’re Gone’ EP Tour

by the partae March 4, 2020

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Fletcher Gull and his band are swiftly sucking crowds into their thrilling and unpredictable live vortex. With packed out headline shows in Melbourne, and a pair of debut performances in the UK in 2019, they’re just getting warmed up. To celebrate the release of Fletcher’s forthcoming EP Remember That You’re Gone, Fletcher and band play their first show of 2020 the night before release at The Retreat in Melbourne on Thursday 12 March and then at Yulli’s Brewery in Sydney on Saturday 14 March.

Across singles ‘Hypothermia’ and ‘Deciduo’ Fletcher Gull’s unique brand of whimsical storytelling is connecting across continents, catching the attention of BBC Radio’s 1 Introducing host Abbie McCarthy. She admitted she’d been ‘a bit obsessed’ with Fletcher Gull at BIGSOUND 2019. The tracks also saw addition to triple j Unearthed rotation, airplay on triple j, extensive reviews and Spotify playlisting.

‘Deciduo’ and ‘Hypothermia’ are out everywhere now. Fletcher Gull’s debut EP Remember That You’re Gone is released Friday 13 March.

“I’ve become a bit obsessed… It’s really interesting, quirky, and he is just superb”
Abbie McCarthy – BBC Radio Introducing

“this is vibrant and immediate and Fletcher’s voice scoops you up and takes you for such a fun ride.”
– Declan Byrne (triple j)

“He’s like a spirit guide through a world of psychy indie folk. After spending time with this one you’ll feel like packing in your job and hitting the road in search of something special.”
– Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed)

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LA indie rock forbearers The Dream Syndicate are announcing their third ANTI- Records release today. Titled The Universe Inside, the mind-bending new album will be released on April 10. First single “The Regulator” kicks in instantly; at twenty minutes long, immerse yourself in the song and watch its new video HERE. Directed by David Daglish, the video is a psychedelic journey through New York City, equal parts panoramic, psychedelic, somnambulistic and political in all the best ways. George Harrison once said, “arrive without traveling.” This is your ticket to The Universe Inside. Reminiscent of 70s Miles Davis and his chaotic brilliance, the track starts all fired up. Over of the course of the song, textures of eastern droning electric sitar (played by Stephen McCarthy of The Long Ryders), deep funky bass, haunting vocals, and saxophone flourishes by guest Marcus Tenney (a member of all-instrumental progressive ensemble Butcher Brown) grow into something delightful and unexpected. When one thinks of The Dream Syndicate, it is not just the wild abandon with which singer/guitarist Steve Wynn, drummer Dennis Duck, bassist Mark Walton, keyboardist Chris Cacavas and lead guitarist Jason Victor perform; it is the carefully constructed songwriting of Wynn that comes to mind. By now every rock critic in the country has predetermined who he or she feels Wynn reminds them of and what they think of that style of songs. This time, don’t! For the first time, every song is a group songwriting effort. ““The Regulator” is a microcosm of the entire record,” Wynn explains. “It was just a formless, trippy mass as we all started playing together. There was an early 70’s drum machine—a Maestro Rhythm King, the same model used on “There’s A Riot Goin’ On”—with Dennis locking in and setting the pace. Stephen grabbed an electric sitar because it was the first thing he saw. Jason and I were kicking pedals on like lab monkeys in a laboratory and Mark was a lightning rod, uniting all of those elements into one tough groove. I collected a list of random, unconnected lyric ideas that I kept on my phone. I tried them all out in random order in my home studio just to see how they would feel and that one-take test run is the vocal you hear!. There’s just so much lightning-in-a-jar, first take excitement on this record.” What seeps into this music are Dennis Duck’s knowledge of European avantgarde music, Jason Victor’s passion for 70s prog, Mark Walton’s experience in Southern-fried music collectives, Chris Cacavas’ hunger for sound manipulation and Wynn’s love of vintage electric jazz. This album could have been called The Art of The Improvisers - in one session, they recorded 80 continuous minutes of soundscapes. "All we added was air," Wynn explained. Which is to say aside from vocals, horns and a touch of percussion – every instrument is live as it happened.

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THE DREAM SYNDICATE ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM ‘THE UNIVERSE INSIDE’, COMING OUT APRIL 10

by the partae March 4, 2020

written by the partae

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“Atmospheric rock music veering between noise and subtlety — so compelling …
a hopeful new chapter.” – Pitchfork

“Wynn’s talk/sung vocals still reverberate like a combination of Lou Reed, Dylan and Michael Stipe, but he has a unique voice that connects perfectly with this gripping music.” – American Songwriter

“This is passionate and rewarding music from artists still exploring new territory with truly satisfying results.” – All Music Guide

LA indie rock forbearers The Dream Syndicate are announcing their third ANTI- Records release today. Titled The Universe Inside, the mind-bending new album will be released on April 10. First single “The Regulator” kicks in instantly; at twenty minutes long, immerse yourself in the song and watch its new video HERE.

Directed by David Daglish, the video is a psychedelic journey through New York City, equal parts panoramic, psychedelic, somnambulistic and political in all the best ways. George Harrison once said, “arrive without traveling.” This is your ticket to The Universe Inside.

Reminiscent of 70s Miles Davis and his chaotic brilliance, the track starts all fired up. Over of the course of the song, textures of eastern droning electric sitar (played by Stephen McCarthy of The Long Ryders), deep funky bass, haunting vocals, and saxophone flourishes by guest Marcus Tenney (a member of all-instrumental progressive ensemble Butcher Brown) grow into something delightful and unexpected.

When one thinks of The Dream Syndicate, it is not just the wild abandon with which singer/guitarist Steve Wynn, drummer Dennis Duck, bassist Mark Walton, keyboardist Chris Cacavas and lead guitarist Jason Victor perform; it is the carefully constructed songwriting of Wynn that comes to mind. By now every rock critic in the country has predetermined who he or she feels Wynn reminds them of and what they think of that style of songs. This time, don’t! For the first time, every song is a group songwriting effort.

““The Regulator” is a microcosm of the entire record,” Wynn explains. “It was just a formless, trippy mass as we all started playing together. There was an early 70’s drum machine—a Maestro Rhythm King, the same model used on “There’s A Riot Goin’ On”—with Dennis locking in and setting the pace. Stephen grabbed an electric sitar because it was the first thing he saw. Jason and I were kicking pedals on like lab monkeys in a laboratory and Mark was a lightning rod, uniting all of those elements into one tough groove. I collected a list of random, unconnected lyric ideas that I kept on my phone. I tried them all out in random order in my home studio just to see how they would feel and that one-take test run is the vocal you hear!. There’s just so much lightning-in-a-jar, first take excitement on this record.”

What seeps into this music are Dennis Duck’s knowledge of European avantgarde music, Jason Victor’s passion for 70s prog, Mark Walton’s experience in Southern-fried music collectives, Chris Cacavas’ hunger for sound manipulation and Wynn’s love of vintage electric jazz. This album could have been called The Art of The Improvisers – in one session, they recorded 80 continuous minutes of soundscapes. “All we added was air,” Wynn explained. Which is to say aside from vocals, horns and a touch of percussion – every instrument is live as it happened.

March 4, 2020 0 comments

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TAMA GUCCI Signs to b4 Releases new single & video ‘I LET YOU’

by the partae March 4, 2020

written by the partae

Miami-based vocalist, musician and model Tama Gucci today shares his new single ‘I LET YOU’. The single features Brooklyn-based club producer X-Coast and is available to buy and stream via b4 alongside a video directed by Gabriella Plotkin.

Premiered live last week in NYC, Tama Gucci’s new single ‘I LET YOU’ is a statement of intent. The single hammers home the boundless club-ready potential of Tama’s take on cyber-goth pop.

A fixture in Miami’s queer underground, Tama Gucci’s cybernetic productions fuse cool R&B with harder club-ready sensibilities. Tama’s deep-running fashion connections lead him to model for feted streetwear brand Hood By Air by age 21. His latest single follows two bootleg remixes including a viral rework of Blueface’s ‘Thotiana’ — described by Paper Magazine as “a tender, ethereal alt-R&B ballad” — and t.A.T.u’s noughties eurobeat banger ‘Not Gonna Get Us’. Now releasing via b4 — a label spotlit by Clash Magazine as one that defined new music in 2019 — ‘I LET YOU’ lifts the lid on one of Miami’s most exciting underground artists.

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SOFT EXPRESSION IS AVAILABLE NOW ON 12″ VINYL
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