June 2020

Available now on Bandcamp: https://bit.ly/2zoOtpG.

Tracklisting:
A1 Intro
A2 Hymn Bream
A3 Man-Q-Neons
B1 Mops
B2 Liquid Gel
C1 Ying Yang Mang
C2 Hot Synchronomy
D1 Midnight Sun Pig
D2 Vocodor Odour
D3 Spacemang

Respected British label Hydrogen Dukebox (founded on February 14th 1992) have at last decided to reissue some of their classic catalogue and first in the works and 19 years since it was first released, is Metamatics cult LP ‘Midnight Sun Pig’ which is being reissued complete as a special double vinyl today for the very first time.

Produced by an unsung hero of UK electronica, Lee Norris AKA Metamatics, the album served as a perfect vehicle for Norris’ unique, idiosyncratic approach to composition. A classic of its time, ‘Midnight Sun Pig’ was first released by the now defunct Swedish based Dot Records at the dawn of the Millennium and gives a fascinating insight into the mind of Metamatics, with a distinctive sound that is impossible to pigeonhole.

Recording under an array of pseudonyms including Man-Q-Neon, Nacht Plank, Norken, Tone Language and Metamatics, as well as a long list of collaborative projects, Lee Norris has released a mind-boggling assortment of music over two decades. Lee’s sonic aesthetic is dreamy, melancholy, chirpy, nuanced, soft yet dense and emotive with a little bit of wobble. There’s something very nostalgic and British about the music he makes, largely thanks to setting up home in the countryside where green fields, crooked sheep and frequent bouts of rainfall provide the backdrop for his musical excursions.  

In 2000 he set up the Neo Ouija label, nurturing an assorted cast of misfits who all brought something a little unorthodox to the world of electronic music. They include Clatterbox, one of Lee’s frequent collaborators, plus Geiom, Bauri, Infant, Kettel, Xela and Deru. Each artist joining the weird world of Neo Ouija by operating completely in their own space, simultaneously fitting into a box while smashing it to smithereens. The label has continued its output over 19 years, with the ‘Cottage Industries’ series of various artist compilations among its flagship releases alongside a stellar run of over 20 albums. As prolific as Norris himself.

Video for Liquid Gel: https://youtu.be/GSdGPbzyXn0

Video for Man-Q-Neons: https://youtu.be/8wVpnHDLf0s. It was shot in one take, no edits – a dancer in a shower created by Hattie Worboys.

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2020 has never been a more important or relevant time for Sydney’s Johnny Hunter to be releasing music. With the current environment fraught with instabilities and social unknowns, the four-piece are releasing music that comes grounded in rich and honest messaging with sounds that soar and captivate.

The band, who are preparing the release of their EP Early Trauma, are giving fans and newcomers alike another taste of this huge debut offering in the hectic new single, ‘Hollow Man’.

Built on a strong foundation of guitar driven melody and sharp percussion, ‘Hollow Man’ proves to be another Johnny Hunter masterclass in examining light and dark, both sides of the emotional coin. The chaos of the song, tightly bound, is expressed with the vibrancy and urgency Johnny Hunter vocalist Nick Hutt lays on each song he throws himself into. Clocking in at just over three minutes, ‘Hollow Man’ is lightning captured on record. “Hollow Man’ is a commentary on the moral hypocrisy we face as natural born hedonists. As virtue is put aside in the name of personal gratification, to aid our egos we become the same in our quest for acceptance and in doing so, lose who we truly are – eventually becoming hollow men.” Johnny Hunter

2020 has already seen Johnny Hunter unleash impressive music with the release of single ‘Try As You May’ earlier this year. Following it up with ‘Hollow Man’ and then Early Trauma in August, the full picture of Johnny Hunter as a dynamic performance and creative unit is revealing itself at great pace.

Johnny Hunter have earned themselves much praise throughout the industry over the last 18 months off the back of an enigmatic and raw stage presence, music that sounds fresh and contemporary as it does a whisper of an era that spawned some of post-punk’s luminaries. Having earned their stripes at headline dates around Australia, supporting the likes of The Saboteurs, Kirin J Callinan and City Calm Down, as well as appearing at the likes of BIGSOUND, Yours and Owls and Mountain Sounds, Johnny Hunter proved quite early on that they’re most definitely here to stay.

PRAISE FOR JOHNNY HUNTER

“When routine bites hard and ambitions are low, Johnny Hunter come through with the lifted modern post-punk anthem to get you lifted out the malaise.”
Triple J Unearthed, Dave Ruby Howe

“What an absolute dream scenario.”
Double J, Zan Rowe

“Like something out of a John Hughes film, Johnny Hunter deliver another dark yet triumphant 80s synth jam.”
Triple J, Nick Findlay

“A listen to Johnny Hunter’s music will reveal punkish stories of heartbreak, overconfidence, and millennial masculinity.”
Pilerats

“Rocking what could best be described as a post-glam-rock aesthetic, Johnny Hunter are much more of an experience than they are a band.” I OH YOU

‘Hollow Man’ is released Friday, June 12th.
‘Early Trauma’ is released August 2020
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Local artist IMOGEN CLARK today unveils ‘MY OWN WORST ENEMY’, the second single from her forthcoming The Making Of Me EP. Due for release on August 21 (Potts Entertainment/MGM), The Making Of Me EP is available to pre-order NOW.

Written with Alex Lahey, ‘My Own Worst Enemy’ is an arena-ready up-tempo pop-rock fusion, gritty and raw, showcasing Imogen’s powerful vocal. Lahey, who also lends guitar and synth to the track, is underpinned by music legends Benmont Tench (Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers) on cascading synths and piano, and Pete Thomas (Elvis Costello and the Attractions) on drums, both infusing the song with their own unique rock-flavour.

“I’ve been a fan of Alex Lahey’s since her first singles came out”, says Imogen. “We met in Nashville while I was writing and she was on tour, had some drinks at a dive bar and wrote ‘My Own Worst Enemy’ a few months later in Melbourne. We opened up a vein about shared experiences in past relationships and the song just flowed out. I loved writing with Alex, and I love having her DNA in the guitar and synth on the final recording.”

Filmed remotely around the world to accommodate social distancing, the ‘My Own Worst Enemy’ music video features cameo appearances from some of Australia’s favourite music personalities; Lindsay McDougall (Frenzal Rhomb), Luke Davison (The Preatures), Henry Wagons, Davey Lane (You Am I), Georgia Mooney (All Our Exes Live In Texas), Clio Renner, Dave Jenkins Jr (Not A Boys Name) and more. Clare Bowen (Nashville television series) and US artist Brandon Robert Young, who co-wrote the EP’s lead single ‘Found Me’ with Imogen, and Mike Bloom (Jenny Lewis, Julian Casablancas), who
produced the EP, also make appearances. Released last month, Imogen Clark’s lead single ‘Found Me’ garnered praise from US and Australian tastemakers. “With powerful vocals and an infectious drumbeat, Clark sets out to cure a broken heart.

This breakup anthem will pick you up off the floor, dust you off and have you feeling ready to start seeing the world in color once again", said US pop culture site Parade, who premiered the track. “… a song of defiance, strength and a bold celebration of her new-found situation. Imogen’s vocals carry you along on a euphoric wave of positivity.” – The AU Review

Through June, Imogen continues her ticketed LIVE FROM THE BACKYARD virtual tour. Having already completed flawlessly produced sold out acoustic and piano performances to rave reviews, she performs an electric guitar set on Saturday 13 June, culminating in a final performance on Saturday 27 June which will comprise a set-list of fan requests.

Tickets and details of how to watch the upcoming performances are available now at imogenclark.com.au. Cutting her teeth playing in local pubs in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales before taking the stage with artists like Shania Twain, Ian Moss and Willie Watson, Imogen Clark has worked relentlessly over the past decade, building up her musical chops. She has worked with Mark Lizotte (Diesel), Kasey Chambers and Jim Lauderdale and now cites Benmont Tench (Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers) and Pete Thomas (Elvis Costello and the Attractions) amongst her collaborators, both appearing on the new
The Making Of Me EP.

IMOGEN CLARK | FOUND ME TOUR 2020 – LIVE FROM THE BACKYARD

Tickets available now at imogenclark.com.au

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Following the release of their latest single ‘Never Give Up’ which was awarded ‘The Essential New Tune’ accolade by BBC Radio 1’s Pete Tong, Italian brothers Mathame today unveil the first in a string of new remixes. Released via ‘B1 Recordings / Ministry Of Sound’, German live-artist and underground producer Vril provides the opening remix.

One of electronic music’s most enigmatic characters, the ‘Giegling’ artist has continuously demonstrated a masterfully versatile take on techno, releasing on revered labels including ‘Ostgut Ton’ and ‘Dystopian’. A prolific name within the international club-setting, Vril’s live sets have enthralled dance floors from Berghain to Ibiza, all the while maintaining a mysterious shade of anonymity. Re-imagining Mathame’s original into an atmospheric and experimental production, Vril’s remix lands just after the release of his double-sided EP on Marcel Dettman’s ‘Bad Manners’ label.

Over recent years, electronic duo Mathame have established themselves as one of underground music’s most promising rising acts. Released in March via ‘B1 Recordings / Ministry Of Sound’, ‘Never Give Up’ continues to receive an ever-growing stream of support, already fostered from industry leaders including BBC Radio 1’s Pete Tong who awarded their earlier release on Tale Of Us’ ‘Afterlife’, ‘For Every Forever’ their first ‘Essential New Tune’.

“Musically, ‘Never Give Up’ has many influences, from techno to cinematic soundtracks and sound design. We try to synthesise all our influences into one track that can be like a manifesto of our sound, dynamic, wider, handcrafted, dreaming, with a simple and strong message. A message to the earth, like a flag that calls everyone to not ever give up. The track arrives at the time of a global crisis where it feels like everything is out of our hands and we have lost control. Now more than ever, the planet earth and humanity need this message, every day and every night.” – Mathame

Forming in 2013, brothers Amedeo and Matteo Giovanelli have progressively become an integral part of the underground electronic scene, first releasing on Vaal’s ‘Bastaard’ label in 2015. Followed up with a further EP on Tiefschwarz’s revered ‘Souvenir’ in 2017, their activity arguably culminated at its peak in a release for Tale Of Us’ ‘Afterlife’ label in 2018, featuring tracks ‘Nothing Around Us’ and ‘Fade Into You’.

2019 proved to be a breakthrough year for the duo, with an international touring schedule spanning Stockholm, Abu Dhabi, Milan, Istanbul and more, highlighted by a performance for French video platform Cercle, filmed at the summit of Mexico City’s Reforma 180 Heliport. With the Cercle stream currently amassing over 2 million views, Mathame have also worked with fellow Italian duo and close friends, Tale Of Us. The last two years have seen Mathame become residents for their ‘Afterlife’ event series, performing at showcases from Mexico to Ibiza.

Bridging the gap between the underground and mainstream, Mathame have continued to showcase their prowess as producers, remixing for the Grammy-nominated live electronic act RÜFÜS DU SOL, along with providing an anthemic rework of MEDUZA’s ‘Lose Control’.

Continuing their unstoppable momentum across the new decade, Mathame recently launched their new multiplatform cinematic project, PHOENIX. The interdisciplinary brothers have innovated PHOENIX as an online stage and interactive space for both artists and music lovers. Using the latest 3D real-time technologies, PHOENIX has hundreds of different settings where DJ’s and musicians can perform in outlandish scenarios and backgrounds. The groundbreaking project took two months to develop and, in future, will also be a web community akin to the computer game and virtual universe, ‘Second Life’, where users can meet with their own avatar.

Mathame’s ‘Never Give Up’ (Vril Remix) is out now via ‘B1 Recordings / Ministry Of Sound’

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Fresh, smart and truly authentic, Lotos confidently asserts herself at the forefront of Scotland’s budding hip-hop scene with her new single, Home. The track is inspired by civil rights leader Marcus Garvey, who believed, “a people without the knowledge of their past history and culture is like a tree without roots.”

Produced by Edinburgh-born DJ Show n’ Prove – the man behind tracks from the likes of Stormzy, Ed Sheeran, J Hus, Stefflon Don, Lily Allen and Anne-Marie – Home seamlessly blends old school stylings with present-day perspective.

Who’s your team, who’s your sounds? Scottish raised and very proud,” Lotos spits effortlessly over a savage, grime-tinged beat. Home is a dancefloor-ready rap track that, in an era of cultural appropriation, reminds us in order to create a better future, we must respect the past.

The track is a statement of purpose. Although a Scottish accent is one rarely heard over a hip-hop track, Lotos is no stranger to the mic. With the precision and natural flow of a veteran MC she pays tribute to her home, reminding us of the importance of recognising our own self history: in order to move forward, we must stay grounded.

The track is as much a vision of the future as it is an ode to the past. Charity and acts of kindness begin at home, Lotos insists. To change the world, this is where we must start. Creating a party-ready track with meaning is no mean feat and serves as a reminder that this is just the beginning of a future the MC is ready to unpack.

THE DREGGS are Indie-Folk duo, Paddy Macrae and Zane Harris. Growing up on the Sunshine Coast with the ocean by their feet, they formed in 2017 and since have achieved remarkable success with over 2.7millon streams across 6 singles and sold out national 400+ cap room Australian tour runs.

Today they release their new single, ‘Call Me Home’ which perfectly blends folk and indie pop melodies with unforgettable harmonies. Speaking about their new single THE DREGGS observe, “As a musician, it’s really easy to fall into the trap of making something that should be fun and simple, so complex. ‘Call Me Home’ is simply put a happy and energetic track that should be enjoyed lightly. Whether you’re road-tripping down the coastline, thinking about your lover, or just wanting to dance around the house, we feel ‘Call Me Home’ is the perfect theme.”

THE DREGGS encompass a whole range of emotion with their music. Their music is heavily influenced by the ocean, which is a noticeable theme throughout their tracks. With two acoustic guitars, a foot-stomp, and a driving beat, THE DREGGS find themselves writing tracks with a whole range of dynamics. Alongside this, the boys are strong advocates for Mental Health Awareness, touching on elements of mental health in their songs. Growth is a common theme throughout their music, expressing how important it is to grow and change in positive ways.

THE DREGGS are extremely comfortable performing live, whether performing in smaller venues up and down the East Coast of Australia, or at a headlining spot at the Agnes Blues & Roots Festival. It’s been an exciting 12 months for the guys as they have managed to sell out majority of their shows in QLD, NSW, VIC, and even WA, with a rapidly increasing cult following. They also landed themselves a slot on Triple J’s Big Pineapple Festival.

2020 was meant to be an even bigger year, starting out with their ‘Postcards’ National Tour after the release of their single Postcards (2020). Out of a fifteen-show tour the boys managed to sell out thirteen 300-500 capacity shows, however, due to the Covid-19 virus, their sold-out WA shows at the end of the tour were cancelled. Although the music industry came to a halt during this pandemic, THE DREGGS are still working harder than ever, landing themselves an opportunity to feature on several of Ziggy Alberts’ tracks, most notably Together (2020), as well as supporting Kim Churchill on his now-postponed ‘Bright Nights’ Australian Tour at the end of 2020.

THE DREGGS plan on releasing a number of singles throughout this year, including a release for their ‘Keepsake’ National Tour nearing the end of the year.

THE DREGGS ‘Call Me Home’ is out now through Ditto Music.

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Canadian country-pop artist Mandy McMillan is thrilled to be celebrating her new single, “Dream Catcher” – currently available on all digital platforms and new on Canadian radio. The official music video drops the week of June 22nd. 

Listen to “Dream Catcher” on Spotify: smarturl.it/SpotifyDreamCatcher 

“After a decade of dreaming, chasing, embracing, and growing, ‘Dream Catcher’ defines my sound and my life. Today – as an artist and as a person – I am exactly where I want to be,” says McMillan. 

Co-written in Nashville by McMillan and Andrew Beason and produced by Simon Gugala, “Dream Catcher” was inspired by McMillan’s own love of dream catchers that started when she first made them at a festival. The song is both an honest reflection of her unwavering belief in the cultivation and manifestation of goals, and a compelling snapshot of her own journey towards fulfillment. 

A performer since age 5, the Edmonton-born McMillan gave up her day job in Stony Plain, Alberta to move to Nashville after winning a 2008 Country Music Television Canada contest. This bold choice has led to an array of moments, like opening for the likes of Trisha Yearwood and Blake Shelton, releasing her self-titled debut 2014 EP, appearing on stage as part of Kenny Chesney’s 2014 CMA Awards performance, showcasing at the 2018 Diamonds in the Rough series during Canadian Country Music Week, making the Top 10 of ole’s “Play for Publisher” for her 2018 single “Chasin’ the Ace”, playing in a Fleetwood Mac tribute band, and showcasing at Whiskey Jam. 

Now dividing her time between Canada and Nashville, McMillan wants her new music and her journey to empower others to act on their own ambitions. 

She says, “Every dream is worth catching and when you can turn them into reality, it is so worth it in the end. I want everyone who discovers ‘Dream Catcher’ to pursue whatever their souls desire. With the right manifestation, we can all be the little dream catchers that our hearts want us to be.” 

“Dream Catcher” is Mandy McMillan’s first radio single release in Canada, where it debuted June 1st. She is supporting the single and video with several unique initiatives, including: 

• A “30 Days of Dream Catchers” blog series that highlights inspiring people. 
• An official music video release currently set for the week of June 22nd. 
• An acoustic video release on July 6th. 
• A virtual Edmonton-themed release show on July 13th. 
• Her ongoing weekly “Dream Catcher” podcast with co-host Carli Kahl. 

Mandy McMillan’s “Dream Catcher” adventure will continue with this fall’s anticipated release of the album of the same name. Until then, she’ll just keep on dreaming – and catching. 

For more about Mandy McMillan, please visit MandyMcMillan.com or follow her on streaming and social media platforms: 

Spotify: smarturl.it/MandyMcMillanSpotify     YouTube: @MandyMcMillan

Facebook: @MandyMcMillanMusic                    Instagram: @MandyMcMillanMusic

Twitter: @MandyMcMillan

Canadian recording artist Elyse Saunders is excited to share her new country and pop fusion, “Free”, which is newly available on all digital platforms and will hit Canadian country radio on June 22^nd.

“Free” – co-written by Saunders and Shawn Moore – is her debut collaboration with acclaimed producer Dan Swinimer (Madeline Merlo, JoJo Mason). An upbeat country song that blends electronic-pop elements and an acoustically driven rhythm with soaring vocals, the summertime story at the heart of the song carries a deeper message for the Peterborough, Ontario native.

“I believe there’s something really beautiful about celebrating life and just taking in the moment. ‘Free’ takes me back to simpler times when I was younger and there were less responsibilities. It’s when a day at the beach enjoying the sunset and watching fireworks was really important to me. I’ve come to learn that it’s these experiences with the people in my life that matter. It’s important to slow down and soak in these quality moments. We need to make time to be free and this single is a reminder of that,” says Saunders.

“Free” is also the first in an exciting wave of new music from Saunders through her new collaborations with Swinimer, as well as with co-producers Paul Shatto and David Wills (The Higgins, Robyn & Ryleigh). All part of her planned album – also called “Free” – these songs will capture her artistic freedom and authentic ability to explore different sectors of the commercial country universe.

Especially passionate about her high-energy live performances, Elyse has done over 350 live shows in North America – including opening at 2019 Canadian Music Week for David James and Kira Isabella and a 2020 FEO Showcase in February – but with live shows on hold due to COVID-19 concerns, she is supporting the release of “Free” with a weekly vlog series on YouTube and connecting with her fans in real-time through regular Facebook Live chats.

Saunders says, “We all have a place in our hearts and minds where we feel free and liberated. I want people to hear this song and be reminded of those moments that take us there and to never lose them. Life can be confusing – especially right now – which makes it even more important to slow down and enjoy quality moments. Keep that high alive!”

“Free” is available across all digital platforms. The lyric video is available on YouTube. The single will drop on Canadian radio on June 22^nd.

For more about Elyse Saunders, please go to ElyseSaunders.com or visit her on social media:

Facebook: @ElyseSaundersOnline       |  Twitter: @Elyse_Saunders

Instagram: @Elyse_Saunders_Music |  YouTube: @ElyseSaunders

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Canadian country artist Alex Runions is pleased to introduce his recently released digital single release, “Take It Out On Me”, which will go to Canadian country radio on July 6^th.

“Take It Out On Me” – written by Nashville heavyweights John Ozier (Lee Brice), John King (Randy Houser), and Brad Tursi (Old Dominion) – explores the push and pull dynamics of a fiery relationship through a smooth commercial country-pop delivery. It’s the first single from Runions since his 2019 release, “Heartland”.

Speaking about “Take It Out On Me”, Runions says, “I think people are always trying to work on their relationship no matter how long they’ve been together. I was drawn to this song because the passion in the relationship is relatable and real. I hope people who hear this can look at their own relationships and look at how to keep that spark and fire alive.”

Ozier – then the VP of Nashville Creative at ole Publishing (now Anthem Entertainment) – originally approached Runions’ manager, Leslie Mitchell, with the song and the Kipling, Saskatchewan native-turned Saskatoon resident immediately took an interest in it. Under the guidance of CCMA award-winning producer Bart McKay (Brett Kissel, Don Amero, Samara Yung), the essence of the song was preserved within a sleek and modern production.

The 2016 Saskatchewan Country Music Association’s “Male Vocalist of the Year” and “Fan’s Choice Entertainer of the Year”, Runions enjoyed similar recognition last year with 2020 nominations for “Male Vocalist of the Year” and “Songwriter of the Year” for “Heartland”. On stage, he also performed at Country Thunder Saskatchewan, the Calgary Stampede, and the Dauphin Countryfest last year.

As he works more singles for later this year and the chance to return to the stage at the appropriate time, Runions is optimistic about “Take It Out On Me”, saying, “I feel an excitement for this song because the female in the story is in the power position, which sets it apart from most male country songs. She’s holding the cards and making the rules and she’s ultimately guiding where the passion of the relationship will take them. I hope others will listen and discover their own personal meaning from the song.”

“Take It Out On Me” is available on all digital platforms. On July 6^th, it will go to Canadian radio.

Find out more about Alex Runions at AlexRunions.com. You can also follow him on social media at:

Facebook: @AlexRunionsMusic       |  Twitter: @AlexRunions

Instagram: @AlexRunions |  YouTube: @AlexRunions

Spotify: smarturl.it/AlexRunionsSpotify

The Adam Brown was formed in early 2004, as part of the initial Montreal Indie explosion after leader, Adam had been bored to tears with own acoustic solo record released in January of that year.

The Adam Brown would be different, it would never be boring.

There have been over 20 members of the band in it’s history.

What We’ll Never Know is The Adam Brown’s second full length album, and the first with all new material. It is the result of Adam escaping the weight of the band’s decade in the making first album.

Accomplishments:

Were the first Indie Rock band accepted to have a residency at the Banff Centre for the Arts

Have won the MIMI (Montreal Independent Music Initiative) award for Best Songwriter

Toured Europe with Alden Penner and Michael Cera in support of debut album Sometimes I Try.

Music has been in movies such as Jay Baruchel’s Goon 2, and the special edition of Jean-Marc Vallee’s acclaimed C.R.A.Z.Y.

Adam has also worked with Julian Casablancas (of The Strokes), The Pale Lips and Basia Bulat to name a few

Remote Control Records is excited to announce our first-ever compilation – Bloom and Simmer. Digitally released on Friday 26th June, the compilation is a celebration of community, connexion and creativity featuring 21 tracks you’ve never heard before from the Remote Control Records family of artists.

This is the music they make when they’re not making music; a dive beneath the waves, a journey off the beaten path, a glimpse behind the curtain.

Bloom and Simmer brings together artists from Dot Dash Recordings, Barely Dressed Records, Pool House Records, Part Time Records and Interstate 40.

To celebrate the announcement two tracks are available to stream now – ‘Worry Wart’ from Sunbeam Sound Machine and HANDSOME’S cover of Christine and the Queen’s ‘The Walker’ featuring Essie Holt.

Speaking about ‘The Walker ft. Essie Holt’ HANDSOME shared – “When you love a song so dearly, and you have the opportunity to make it your own it is such a privilege. There are so many elements that excite me about releasing this song. Its political sentiment is both educational and powerful. Making this song with Essie Holt was truly wonderful. It just felt so right – to release a cover of a song by a queer woman, with two queer women about the power of our community, in pride month. Hopefully, it is a reminder to some that we are here for each other.”

Speaking about ‘Worry Wart’ Sunbeam Sound Machine shared – “This song has been kicking around in my head for years. I’ve tried to record versions of it for previous albums but it just didn’t quite work so it never made the cut. I started recording it again this year and although it finally came together, I still didn’t feel like it would fit onto the next album. That’s when Dot Dash rang asking if I had anything I’d want to put onto a compilation. The song is about a frequent daydream I had when I was very little about my family having secretly been aliens the whole time, and the day when they all revealed their secret and flew away. I think it’s about wanting to hold onto your loved ones.”

Listen to HANDSOME – ‘The Walker ft. Essie Holt’ via https://handsomeftessieholt.lnk.to/thewalker
Listen to Sunbeam Sound Machine – ‘Worry Wart’ via https://sunbeam.lnk.to/worrywart

Pre-save Bloom and Simmer via https://RemoteControl.lnk.to/BloomAndSimmer

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