Soothsayer are elated to share a new release from beloved Sydney-based producer Dro Carey, the hypnotic double A-side ‘Another Knot / Predictions’ which premiered overnight via triple j Good Nights.
First track, ‘Another Knot’ is a hip-hop, acid house and UK garage hybrid that features the silky vocals of London poet and singer RUE, who was the featured artist on BBC Music Introducing in London this past February and whose music has been featured on Reprezent Radio, Complex and TRENCH. After stumbling across RUE’s music on SoundCloud, Dro was instantly blown away and reached out to propose a collaboration, resulting in the delectable club track, with a poetic spoken word overtone that makes it instantly Dro Carey.
Acting as a Yin to the Yang on the two-track offering is ‘Predictions’, a track that was originally a short demo production for an R&B artist. Originally much faster and brighter, the final product is a more subdued journey that still retains a R&B heartstring at its core, while reminiscing on a Burial-esque type beat making it the perfect companion to ‘Another Knot’.
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It is with regret that we inform you about the frauds aimed to “Epizode” festival. The “Epizode: Epilogue (Epizode 5)” announced on social networks yesterday and the advertising campaign launched that day (which was additionally supported by industrial media) were not officially confirmed by us, there were no press-releases regarding these matters.
We were shocked to hear this news, because the decision to hold the next “Epizode” festival has not been taken yet due to the worldwide coronavirus pandemic. We closely monitor the course of events and the festival dates will be announced as soon as we can be confident of safety of our guests, which has always been a top priority for the festival organizers.
Hence, please do not associate the “Epizode” festival with the announced event and keep clear of fraudsters.
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“Walking Into The Sun” is the song I’ve listened to the most on the new album, probably because it’s the most autobiographical track on the record and it captures a lot of the contradictory emotions I’ve felt in my life.
When I was a kid I used to dream about traveling to places that I never imagined I’d ever get to see and as an adult I actually ended up getting to see many of them in person. What I didn’t realize growing up was that just seeing something didn’t have nearly as much value as being there with someone you could share it with and experiencing the journey through the joy reflected in their eyes. It’s a song that’s both about sharing those magic moments with the love of my life and at the same time feeling the melancholy of longing when we are apart – dreaming of drifting off into the colors of the sun together. One thing that quarantining has done is bring a deeper appreciation of these shared experiences and I hope people can feel it glowing in the song.” – Michael Franti
Just when we thought the world couldn’t get any more challenging with political division, environmental crisis, gun violence and everyone with a keyboard dissing each other all the time, COVID-19 comes along and puts us all on a worldwide time out. And with everyone locked indoors wondering what the heck is gonna come next, there is no better time for music that helps us laugh, cry, rage, soothe, dance and sing through the sea of emotions boiling inside each of us. Music is simultaneously the greatest self-isolating experience (headphones) and the greatest group coalescing experience (live shows) that humankind has invented. I look forward to the days when we can have mass celebrations of gratitude to all those who held optimism in their hearts and got us through the jaws of this virus and songs of love for those family and neighbors who did not. But for now, I’m going to keep putting music into the world that hopefully helps someone find ease of heart, while the planet is on pause.
Physical distancing is currently the only known tactic we have to fight this disease, but that doesn’t mean that we have to be socially distant. In fact, quite the opposite. Now is a time when all of us are being called to find new ways to hear others, be heard and hold space for the emotions that need breath. While all of us long for life to go back to normal, the coronavirus has also shown us that “normal” wasn’t always working, and we are all being called to create great change.
I wrote “I’m On Your Side” to share the message that despite the labels we put on each other to divide us into different groups and force us to choose sides, like political ideologies, gender, race, religion, sexuality and economic standing, we have a lot more in common than we do in difference. We all “stay awake at night wondering if will be all right,” or sit “…at the kitchen table counting up the bills to pay.” And in each of those situations where we start to feel hopelessness creeping in, when we feel most alone in the battle, I want the listener to know, I feel it too. I’m there with you in spirit, without judgment, in solidarity and “I’m On Your Side.”
“This Is How We Living” is about taking the time to celebrate the fun side of life. The break that all of us need and deserve from the chaos of our daily grind, and in gratitude for all the joy that life brings us despite all the hurt in the world. It’s also a gentle reminder that “If you’re looking for the problems in this world, you’re gonna find ‘em, all you’ve gotta do is look out the door. But if you’re looking for that good stuff, it’s already up inside you, all you’ve gotta do is just let it show.”
This record started off as an idea: That it’s important in this time of division in the world to Work Hard And Be Nice To People. Before there was a song and an album by the title, I made a t-shirt for my band and crew that had the saying on it, because I wanted it to be our mantra on tour. When fans saw the shirt, they wanted it and it became our top-seller; it was so popular that I decided to write a song about the concept. Every song on the album is about the power of optimism to get us through our darkest moments and find the light in our loves, lives and for the planet. I collaborated with many different incredible songwriters and it was amazing to hear how all of them understood completely the idea of how important it is for people to have ease of heart in these troubled times. The need for emotions to be able to pass effortlessly as they arise. Music helps with that, and sometimes it brings out feelings we never even knew existed. As I set out making the record, I hoped that it would move people’s hearts and bodies and inspire people to take on the great challenges the world faces today, with courage, love and bold optimism!
Never in a million years would I have imagined we are where we are today with the entire world in self-quarantine, but as I listen to the songs on this record they are all about how we get through the greatest ups and downs of our lives with our body, mind and soul still in one piece.
Today, we are being called to connect with the hearts of others to literally bring about the healing of the planet. There is no higher calling, and I hope this music helps people know that they are not alone in the effort. Each person’s role makes a difference, and we will create billions of small victories that all add up…together!
Work Hard And Be Nice Track Listing is as follows:
- I Got You (Michael Franti & Chris Stevens)
- Sun and Moon (Michael Franti & Chris Stevens)
- Good Shit Happens (Michael Franti & Cappy Franti)
- I Can Still Feel You (Michael Franti & Carl Young)
- Start Small Think Big (Michael Franti, Chris Stevens. Brett Warren & Brad Warren)
- How We Living (Michael Franti & Tim Myers)
- Breaking Down The Door (Michael Franti & Tim Myers)
- The Friends Song (Michael Franti & Daniel Lubwama Kigozi)
- Lay It All Down (Michael Franti, Chris Stevens & James Yeary)
- P.S. I Love You (Michael Franti)
- Work Hard And Be Nice (Michael Franti & Jonathan Singleton)
- Is It Worth A Penny To You (Michael Franti & Carl Young)
- Walking Into The Sun (Michael Franti & Carl Young)
- All My Friends (Michael Franti & Tim Myers)
- I’m On Your Side (Michael Franti & Sean McConnell)
- Daycation (Michael Franti & Nathan Chapman)
- Watching The World Go By With You (Michael Franti & Carl Young)
RECORDED IN: Nashville, TN; San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA
MASTERED BY: Chris Gehringer at Sterling Sound; Assisted by Will Quinnell
MIXED BY: Mario Borgatta, Dave Clauss, David Cook of Splash of Soda, Jeff Juliano at The Compound, Tim Myers, & Chris Stevens
PRODUCED BY: Michael Franti, Chris Stevens, Tim Myers, Nathan Chapman, & Sean McConnell
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About Michael Franti
Michael Franti is a globally recognized musician, humanitarian, activist, and award-winning filmmaker revered for his high-energy live shows, inspiring music, devotion to health and wellness, worldwide philanthropic efforts and the power of optimism. Throughout his multi-decade career, Franti has earned Billboard No. 1’s with triumphantly hopeful hits “Sound of Sunshine” and “Say Hey (I Love You),” five Top 30 Hot AC singles, eight Top 25 AAA Singles and three Billboard Top 5 Rock Albums. In January 2019, Franti released his self-directed documentary “Stay Human,” which won an array of awards at film festivals worldwide and influenced his writing for his most recent album Stay Human Vol. II (Thirty Tigers), which debuted at No. 1 on both the Americana and Independent Album charts and received critical acclaim from USA Today, Billboard, Associated Press and Paste.
Michael Franti & Spearhead continue to foster their community both on and off stage with a wish granting non-profit, Do It For The Love, founded by Franti and his wife, Sara. Do It For The Love brings those with life threatening illnesses, veterans, and children with severe challenges to concerts worldwide, fulfilling over 3,300 wishes and touching the lives of over 12,000 people to date. Franti also owns SOULSHINE Bali, a 32-room top-rated yoga retreat hotel located in Ubud, Bali. Amidst touring, Michael Franti & Spearhead have been in recording studios in Nashville, Los Angeles, and San Francisco working with A-list writers and producers on their most diverse record yet, Work Hard And Be Nice, set for release June 19, 2020.
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“..steady accumulating looks across the Aus scene for a minute now..”
– AUD$
“You can’t be mad and listen to [Otiuh], you just can’t!”
– Nkechi Anele, triple j
“Otiuh have emerged as frontrunners of [Perth’s] next generation in rap music, with a stream of consistently top-tier singles.”
– Pilerats
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Berlin is well known around the world not only as one of its party capitals, but also as one of the greatest artistic hubs for musicians and artists globally.
Tiahi represents this community perfectly, bringing together influences of different cultures and uniting them into something new and shiny, into music full of positivity.
His new single “Free” is an anthem for freedom, capturing the essence of Tiahi’s musical vision of “reinforcing positivity and helping others to cut through negativity in times of darkness”.
Behind the catchy lyrics and the energetic yet laid-back sound of the song lies a deeper thought nonetheless: “Freedom begins in our heads, it’s an elusive concept. Even during those challenging times where we are physically confined due to the safety measures against Covid-19, the more we look inside ourselves, the more we will discover and learn about freedom”.
We agree, so let’s embrace life as it comes a bit more and sing out loud “WHEN I’M FREE!” alongside Tiahi.
Words: Domenico Frascino
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Tijdloos (transl.: timeless) is an intimate camping experience for all ages, with a wide range of activities for the body & mind and soul with compliance to the 1,5-meter distance that is required by the Dutch government.
As this year’s festival summer and foreign summer holidays grinds to a halt and ID&T’s numerous decor pieces are left unused, ID&T steps in with a brand-new and surprising concept. From July 10th to August 17th, Tijdloos invites its guests to enjoy their summer vacation on the vast expanse of acres of the beautiful Ermerstrand in the province of Drenthe, the Netherlands. For almost 5 weeks, the campsite will be transformed into a magical summer destination where busy agendas, appointments – and even time – are left behind.
Creativity, innovation and passion to bring people together is deeply rooted in the DNA of the founders of events like Mysteryland, Defqon.1 Weekend Festival and Welcome to the Future. After receiving the news that no festivals will be taking place this season, the Tijdloos seed was planted and has carefully been cultivated since this day; and all the love and craftsmanship which has been built for decades is now intimately reinvented at Tijdloos.
Tijdloos Creative Director Carina Kornfeind: “In times of crisis, you get inspired to think ‘out of the box’ and that’s how Tijdloos was born: the most extraordinary summer destination of 2020. Tijdloos is something completely different than the festivals we usually organise. It is an intimate and free-spirited playground for all ages to enjoy life unconditionally together with their loved ones. Since there is a limited capacity, we expect that the demand will exceed the supply.”
Between spacious lawns, forests, islands and a lake the campsite guests are given the opportunity to fully live in the present moment. Various activities are spread upon 50 acres of natural surroundings such as a broad spiritual and mindfulness program, water sports and outdoor activities, interactive art installations, world music and lectures for adults as well as the younger guests. The entire landscape is colourfully decorated with the most beautiful decor pieces and light installations, following the ID&T philosophy.
Guests can choose between different glamping accommodations that are fully equipped, but also have the opportunity to bring their own tent. During the intimate gathering, the organization conforms to all guidelines of the Dutch Institute of Health and Environment (RIVM) and the regulations of the security regions will apply. Social distancing will be in place, at both the campsite and during the activities.
Overnight stays for camping ‘Tijdloos’ can be booked via www.wij-zijn-tijdloos.nl. During the week, you already have a spot for €29 per night per person and in the weekend for €39 per night per person (children join at a reduced rate).
Please follow the advice of your local government on traveling abroad before booking a spot at Camping Tijdloos.
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Delivered Live hits screens on June 13th this weekend, bringing you more live entertainment, and helping to generate an income for people in the music industry. To date, Delivered Live has clicked over 10k ticket sales with the net revenue going back to artists, venues and crews. Viewers can help support the artists on the show, as well as local live music crew and venues by buying a ticket from as little as $10 HERE
This week’s episode of Delivered Live opens with newcomers PLGRMS, rock duo Polish Club, followed by triple j favourites, DMA’S, all performing full live sets.
Bringing the laughs will be RRR host and comic Geraldine Hickey, and recapping the week that was will be Sami Shah at the desk. As always the show will feature an expert panel discussion hosted by Myf Warhurst– all brought to you by host with the most, Henry Wagons!
Delivered Live episodes are free to watch, but tickets are available for purchase and funds will be going back into the pockets of the artists and comedians performing on the show, as well as to their nominated venue and crew member of choice, helping to replace some of the live income they have lost.
Delivered, Live Episode 11, Saturday 13th June at 7.30pm
PLGRMS
Polish Club
DMA’S
Geraldine Hickey
Sami Shah
– Hosted by Henry Wagons
Producers The Handshake Agency thanks its sponsors for getting on board this first event – Victorian Government, The Music, Oztix, Small Time Group, Young Henry’s ,Harry The Hirer.
Tix can be purchased here:
Delivered Live can be viewed here
More info here
Asia’s supreme Music & Art Festival returns to the paradise beach of Phú Quốc
The pioneering EPIZODE festival is coming back to bring its first-rate music selection, along with the breathtaking artistic setting and the electric atmosphere in Vietnam’s paradise Phú Quốc island. This fifth edition of the festival combines Music & Art into one unique concept entitled EPIZODE5: EPILOGUE. It will be held from December 29th 2020 to January 10th 2021, on the picturesque Sunset Sanato beach.
This edition will be extended in comparison to previous events, bringing 12 days and nights of non-stop music, magical sunsets, relaxing daytime activities and other unforgettable experiences. With the vision to unite people from around the globe, the festival will bring the best electronic music acts who will be performing at mind-blowing stages placed among the art installations on the beach.
Located in Vietnam’s paradise Phú Quốc island, famed for its mix of vibrancy and beauty, it is a truly memorable and unique place to be. From lush white beaches to the boutique accommodation and stunning sunsets, the natural charm of the region is matched only by the magical musical spirit that’s helped create such a distinctive festival offering.
Helping drive the Asian music scene forward, EPIZODE has, in only four years, made an impressive mark internationally, becoming an unmissable NYE getaway for music and art lovers, global adventurers and professionals from the music industry. Previous EPIZODE editions set the standard by curating some of the most respected artists on the global dance scene, including [A:RPIA:R], FERRY CORSTEN, GOLDIE, LOCO DICE, NINA KRAVIZ, MOODYMANN, PEGGY GOU, RICARDO VILLALOBOS, SETH TROXLER, SONJA MOONEAR and ZIP. Along with the international talent, there is also a focus on the prolific local talents, including DISKONNECTED, HIBIYA LINE, KERRY WALLACE, MARCUS L, OUISSAM, SUNJU HARGUN, ZIG ZACH and many others. Global and internationally recognized club brands like ANTS, Arma, Half Baked and Mdrnty have also made their way onto the festival’s programme.
The first tier of 12 day Early Bird Multi-Passes will be available from June 11th at €158. Tickets can be purchased online via Epizode website: www.epizode.asia
FEATURING BLU HYDRANGEA FROM
RUPAULS DRAG RACE…
NIGHTLIFE MAY BE ON PAUSE BUT HAVING FUN ISN’T, JOY CLUB RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘IN THE NIGHT’ SHOWING US ALL THAT WE CAN ALL BREAK THE BOREDOM AND STILL BE A LITTLE FABULOUS
WATCH ‘IN THE NIGHT’ (DANCE VIDEO) HERE
VIRGIN EMI
JOY CLUB – ‘IN THE NIGHT’ (DANCE VIDEO)
OUT NOW
Just a few months ago, and pre national lockdown, brand-new electronic dance act Joy Club, released their debut single ‘In The Night’. Since then it has been on an upwards trajectory breaking into the Spotify UK Top 40 Viral Charts and clocking over 5 million combined streams, in addition to being heavily supported by Radio 1, KISS Dance and MTV.
From the start the band had a strong philosophy which they professed, one of openness and inclusivity. They now release a new video which embodies all their beliefs with added glamour, dressing up and fun. Featuring Blu Hydrangea a contestant of the famed first season of Rupaul’s celebrated Drag Race TV gameshow and many of the the dancers and Drag Queens from the infamous Dalston Superstore.
Directed by Sam Douek, a young London based emerging director talent, the video shines a light on LGBTQ+ talent and performers within the city. Featuring a diverse mix of people dressing up and breaking the boredom of lockdown, with socialising on hold in the wider world, the video shows that you can still dress up, look amazing and have a lot of fun “in the night”. Keep an eye out for the vogue dance thrown in the mix for those who are adventurous enough to imitate.
Formed less than a year ago, Joy Club have already got off to a strong start thanks to their first release, a rework of French DJ and producer Martin Solveig’s ‘Juliet and Romeo’. Since the release of ‘In The Night’ they have achieved ever growing support including a recent interview with Ana Lunoe on Beats 1 numerous plays on BBC Radio 1, KISS, as well as Italy’s M20 Radio.
With plenty more music yet to come and a video that is pure joy, Joy Club are ones to watch for 2020 and beyond.
Joy Club – In The Night (Dance Video) is out now.
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GLEN HANSARD SHARES VIDEO FOR
“COLD COMFORT”
A SONG WRITTEN FOR AND ABOUT LIFE IN LOCKDOWN
WATCH NEW VIDEO FOR “GOOD LIFE OF SONG”
FEAT. FOOTAGE FROM ‘THE CAMINO VOYAGE’ + DEDICATED TO DANNY SHEEHY
“All a song wants is to be heard. I hope something in this music can be of use
to you. I know it has been of great use to me to make it. Beauty is in the ear of the behearer.” – Glen Hansard
Glen Hansard, along with most of the world, has been in quarantine and attempting to make sense of everything. Hansard’s creation of art thru the act of storytelling has been growing in these moments and he recently recorded the new song “Cold Comfort”. He also created a video for the song at home and has shared it with the hope it would bring exactly what its title implies. Watch it HERE. “(it’s) a handmade video for a homemade song written for the time that’s in it,” Hansard said.
In 2016, Hansard embarked on a life-changing journey as he stepped in to join a team and be the 4th oarsman in a small hand-built wooden boat called a curragh. The experience, as they rowed their way across the north coast of Spain following the Camino trail, was chronicled in the documentary film The Camino Voyage – released in 2018. One of the men on the boat, Irish writer and poet Danny Sheehy, tragically passed away three years ago today after the curragh capsized off the Iberian coast.
In Danny’s honor, Hansard has released a new video for “Good Life of Song”, a track from his latest release This Wild Willing, with footage from The Camino Voyage, dedicated to Sheehy and his memory.
“I wrote this song in Paris while in residence at the Irish Cultural Centre,” Hansard explained. “It’s a tribute to the life of bards and troubadours on their lifelong march through the towns and villages of the world, singing and drinking, expressing the sorrows and the joys of the age as they court darkness and light with equal knowing. A song of gratitude for the gift of singing. I raise it here to the memory of our boat captain Danny Sheehy.”
While currently isolating at home, Glen has also been engaging directly with his fans via a series of conversations on Instagram. He has hosted discussions on songwriting, shared stories and songs on his birthday and led fireside-like chats with painter Colin Davidson, environmentalist and founder of We Are the Ark movement Mary Reynolds, and Irish Woodland Trust conservationist Andrew St. Ledger. The hope is these discussions help break up the news of the day, but also inspire and create awareness and action; all can be seen HERE.
Hansard released his latest album This Wild Willing in April of 2019. The album garnered the best reviews of his 20+ year career with VICE calling it a “reinvention”, MOJO deeming it “an immersive, deeply satisfying work” and NPR Music saying, “These songs feel rawer, broader, more sweeping and emotional and expansive”. Hansard also recently sat down with the Broken Record Podcast, hosted by the producer Rick Rubin, the writer Malcolm Gladwell and the former New York Times editor Bruce Headlam to discuss This Wild Willing and its inspirations. You can listen to their conversation HERE.
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After calling on their community to help them create a music video for their new single ‘Heavy Weather’, today The Rubens release the final result – an incredibly creative, immersive & kaleidoscopic collection of fan moments in isolation.
After editing together hundreds of entries, the band invited fans who starred in the video to join them for the premiere via an exclusive Zoom yesterday. Following this, all fans were sent the unlisted YouTube link to premiere themselves via socials ahead of today’s official release.
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