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Mysteryland has high hopes for the second half of the Dutch festival summer and announces the 2021 edition with exclusive pre-sale The festival takes place on August 27 - 29 at Haarlemmermeer
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Mysteryland has high hopes for the second half of the Dutch festival summer and announces the 2021 edition with exclusive pre-sale The festival takes place on August 27 – 29 at Haarlemmermeer

by the partae February 12, 2021
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Mysteryland has high hopes that they will be able to transform the former Floriade site in Haarlemmermeer into a magical festival site again from 27 to 29 August and is announcing the start of its ticket sales. The longest-running electronic music festival in the world expects to sell out quickly.

Over 95% of Mysteryland’s loyal visitors have chosen to keep last year’s ticket for the 2021 edition. Mysteryland therefore wants to give its fans a chance to be the first to get a hand on the remaining tickets via an exclusive pre-sale. The fans can register via Mysteryland’s website until 21 February 12PM CET.

The largest dance festival in leading festival country the Netherlands, where headliners such as Armin van Buuren, Martin Garrix, Nora En Pure, Sven Väth, and Carl Cox previously performed, is hopeful that it will be able to organise an edition this year, despite the rescheduling of last year’s edition.

Milan Raven, Managing Director of ID&T Events: “We are very much looking forward to the moment we can celebrate life together with our visitors. We realize that it’s still uncertain if we can go ahead, but with all the tools that the Dutch government has at its disposal, we are looking at a brighter future than last year. We notice that many people yearn for some form of being together again and are looking for an escape from reality. There’s no place you can do this better than at Mysteryland.”

Mysteryland is known as the perfect end to the festival summer. Every year more than 300 artists from all kinds of different genres perform, from house, deep-house, big room, bass, techno, trap, trance, and minimal to hardstyle, hardcore, R&B, and hip hop. With more than 20 stages, there is something for everyone’s taste. Artistic stages range from open-air dance floors to huge tents with stellar laser shows and state of the art sound. As it’s their tradition to end with a bang on the Saturday and Sunday evenings, Mysteryland has their legendary end-shows full of fireworks on The Main Stage and Q-dance stage.

In addition to the many music stages, there is always much more to discover on the festival site. Many artfully lit paths lead you through forests and fields to hidden places to chill. There are also various art installations, food courts, and unexpected encounters with like-minded people and artists who can surprise you. In addition, there is also lots to explore for spiritual visitors, from cocoa ceremonies and meditation sessions to massages and yoga.

The real diehards can complete their festival weekend by staying at the campsite. Mysteryland camping visitors get an extra festival day on Friday and get a new dimension to their festival experience during the after-parties. There is also a late-night silent disco that goes on for anyone who can’t get enough. For the early birds, there is morning yoga on the camping plaza and at the market, you can have your festival outfit pimped and your hair styled in the latest trends.

Registration for the exclusive pre-sale starts today via mysteryland.nl/register. Fans can register until 21 February 12PM. If Mysteryland 2021 can’t take place this year, visitors have the option for a refund of the ticket.

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Date: 27 t/m 29 augustus 2021

Location: Haarlemmermeer

Tickets via: www.mysteryland.nl/register

Line-up: stay tuned

About Mysteryland
Mysteryland is the leading electronic dance music festival in the Netherlands, organized by ID&T. The first edition of Mysteryland took place in 1993, making it the longest running electronic music festival in the world. Each year the festival attracts more than 100.000 visitors from over 100 nationalities, who’ll get to see 300 artists perform on 20 stages.

The festival has hosted performances by big artists such as Tiësto, Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, Carl Cox and Avicii, covering all genres within the spectrum of electronic music: from House, Big Room, Bass, Techno, Deep-House, Trance, Trap, and Minimal to Hardstyle, Hardcore, RnB, and Hip Hop.

About ID&T
ID&T was founded in 1992 and organizes approximately 80 events a year. The ID&T group includes the companies b2s, ID&T Events, Q-dance, Monumental (Awakenings), Air Events, Art of Dance and VD Events and events such as Mysteryland, Amsterdam Open Air, Milkshake, Vunzige Deuntjes, Thunderdome, Defqon.1 Weekend Festival, Awakenings, Decibel Outdoor and Masters of Hardcore. Their events attract more than one million visitors a year. The ID&T group also encompasses Platinum Agency and Most Wanted DJ, two of the world’s largest hard dance booking agencies, as well as management agency Headliner Entertainment.

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INTRODUCING CANBERRA’S BRAND NEW CBD ROOFTOP NIGHTCLUB: MILE HIGH CLUB @ ZOO BAR Launching: Saturday 27th February - featuring: Sneaky Sound System
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INTRODUCING CANBERRA’S BRAND NEW CBD ROOFTOP NIGHTCLUB: MILE HIGH CLUB @ ZOO BAR Launching: Saturday 27th February – featuring: Sneaky Sound System

by the partae February 12, 2021
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Zoo Bar are proud to announce their new rooftop venue and Saturday night resident event: Mile High Nightclub launching Saturday 27th February and every Saturday night thereafter. Celebrating their 2nd Anniversary, Zoo Bar also welcome special guests: Sneaky Sound System, performing on the night!

Zoo Bar was created to promote an exclusive and luxury upper class experience in the heart of the city, whilst keeping the urban culture and lifestyle vibe with panoramic views of the City skyline.  There is simply no other venue in Canberra quite like Zoo Bar.  Their entertainment precinct is spread out over four levels, casual, stylish and luxe dining options with an expansive drink’s menu.  The multi-level bar has a range of offerings.  Starting at the ground level, indulge in a meal at the bar and grill, then move on up to the hustle lounge, with pool tables and arcade games.  The next two floors will boast recently renovated private function rooms and a Nightclub, with Mile High being your new Saturday night destination.

Sneaky Sound System will perform at the launch of Mile High Club, one of Australia’s most popular electropop music groups.  Having played live shows, club gigs and festivals around the world, the group are known for their energetic, sing-a-long vibes.  In 2004 Miss Connie and producer/DJ Angus McDonald started making beautiful music together.  A series of singles at first then, in 2006, their self-titled, 3 x platinum debut album: ‘Sneaky Sound System.’ Spearheaded by a spectacular salvo of chart-topping hits, including: ‘UFO,’ ‘Pictures’ and ‘I Love It’ – Sneaky Sound System won ARIA Awards for ‘Breakthrough Artist’ and ‘Best Dance Release,’ the first of 14 nominations to-date.  Sneaky Sound System have supported the likes of: Robbie Williams, Jamiroquai, Lady Gaga and have payed sets at Big Day Out, Good Vibrations Festival, V Festival among others.  We are delighted to welcome them to the MILE HIGH CLUB Launch Party! For more info, click here!

What: Mile High Club @ Zoo Bar

When: Saturday 27th February 2021

Time: 10pm – 4am

Where: Level 4, 17 London Cct, Canberra ACT 2601

Ticket price: $50 (for launch event) – Buy Tickets HERE!!

All tickets are strictly non-refundable

Headliner: Sneaky Sound System

 

*Please note: Due to COVID capacity is strictly limited.  This event is being held in line with ACT Health and COVID-19 restrictions.  MILE HIGH CLUB is a COVIDSafe venue with social distancing practices in place for all patrons, performers & staff.  If for any reason this event can not go ahead, by forced closure due to COVID-19, this show will be rescheduled to a later date and tickets will be re-issued for the new show.

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OZZY OSBOURNE RELEASES ANIMATED VIDEO FOR IT’S A RAID FEAT. POST MALONE SONG IS THE FINAL RELEASE FROM ORDINARY MAN
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OZZY OSBOURNE RELEASES ANIMATED VIDEO FOR IT’S A RAID FEAT. POST MALONE SONG IS THE FINAL RELEASE FROM ORDINARY MAN

by the partae February 12, 2021
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OZZY OSBOURNE has premiered a new animated video for It’s A Raid from his #4 ARIA debut record, ORDINARY MAN released in 2020.

At a SiriusXM listening party last year to celebrate the release of ORDINARY MAN (Epic Records / Sony Music Australia) OZZY recounted the song’s inspiration. While recording Black Sabbath’s VOL. 4 in Bel Air, California, OSBOURNE triggered the home’s security alarm and police surrounded the home, which he says had “piles of marijuana and cocaine.” OSBOURNE adds, “I’m shouting, ‘IT’S A FUCKIN’ RAIIIIID,” before hiding the drugs and ingesting cocaine while hiding in one of the home’s bathrooms.”

In the video, directed by Tomas Lenert, OZZY and Post Malone team up for a truly wild ride. The clip begins with OSBOURNE and Malone at the infamous Bel Air, CA house (which served as the inspiration for the song) before they lead police through the streets of the city and passing iconic Los Angeles landmarks on their journey.

“A couple of years ago I didn’t even know who Post Malone was,” OZZY says. “Since then we’ve worked together on two studio tracks and have performed together twice. Understandably Covid-19 made it difficult to get together to shoot a music video for ‘It’s a Raid’ so we opted for this wildly imagined animated video for the final single from the ORDINARY MAN album.” OZZY, who’s been in the studio working on a new album with producer Andrew Watt, adds that he “can’t wait to for everyone to hear my new music.”

This marks the second duet with Malone. The two previously teamed on Take What You Want from his Hollywood’s Bleeding album (which they also performed at last year’s American Music Awards).  The track was produced by Watt, who collaborated with OSBOURNE for ORDINARY MAN as both producer and co-writer.

Here’s some critical feedback on It’s A Raid:

“is a blitz of screaming metal that finds Osbourne in classic spooky grandpa mode, wailing about voices breathing through the phone, never feeling alone and the horrifying revelation that God is actually Satan, and he’s waiting right here for you. ‘Out in Hollywood, I’ve been locked up for seven days/ I’m never coming out/ Why do i feel my life accelerate/ I’m never coming down,’ Osbourne sings on the chorus over raging, double-kick drums and a wall of high-speed guitars. Leaving behind his hip-hop cadence, Posty straight up sings in his best Ozzy bellow, lamenting, ‘Outside my window, there’s a silhouette/ My rifle’s right beside my bed/ Hold on, I’m runnin’ out of cigarettes/ F–k!’  The thundering track ends with a final raging chorus featuring both singers and some flat-out shouting of the title over a light speed guitar solo.” – Billboard
“the thrashy new track, Osbourne takes the lead with Malone serving as Osbourne’s backup singer and hype man for the rest of the track.” – Rolling Stone
“the high-energy number ‘It’s a Raid.’ The blistering rocker lands among the eleven tracks on Osbourne’s twelfth solo album Ordinary Man…A punky but catchy burst of audio, it’s perhaps the most adrenaline-fueled of the growing collaborations between the “Prince of Darkness” and the rock-indebted rapper.” – Loudwire

“The explicit track is set at a breakneck tempo and features Ozzy and Malone trading lines before unfolding into a half-time crawl in the bridge.” – IHeart

“The song is a banger…” – Spin

In its first week of release, the critically acclaimed ORDINARY MAN—OSBOURNE’s first new solo album in ten years–was the #1 rock album in the world, topping multiple charts in its triumphant first week of release.  Worldwide, ORDINARY MAN entered the charts in the Top Ten in seven countries (including America and the U.K.) and #4 on the ARIA chart, making it the highest charting album of OZZY’s career.ORDINARY MAN marks OSBOURNE’s first new solo music in almost 10 years.  Recorded in Los Angeles, the album features producer Andrew Watt on guitars, Duff McKagan (Guns N’ Roses) on bass and Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) on drums.  Beyond the core band, ORDINARY MAN, features a who’s-who of OZZY friends and collaborators including Elton John, Slash, Post Malone and Tom Morello.

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Imagine FIIN's Perfect Sunday Afternoon With New Single 'A Better Way.' Out Now on Ultra Records
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Imagine FIIN’s Perfect Sunday Afternoon With New Single ‘A Better Way.’ Out Now on Ultra Records

by the partae February 12, 2021
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Artists: FIIN
Title: A Better Way
Label: Ultra Records

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Miami-based talent FIIN makes a triumphant 2021 debut with a new single “A Better Way,” which sees him exploring a new sound with its mellow and minimalistic vibe. The track opens with ethereal melodies and instrumental synths, building slowly into a dreamy and groovy vibe that the producer describes as evoking a relaxed Sunday afternoon. Tribal vocals add a touch of jungle-like mysticism to it, taking listeners to a chill day relaxing on a beach. The single follows FIIN‘s 2020 streak of singles, including “Days Like This,” “Everything,” featuring Nathan Nicholson, “Le Crocodile” and “Still In The Storm” with Brigado Crew and Jinadu. “A Better Way” is the perfect example of simplicity being the key to success.

“A very simple track, but every sound is where it needs to be. For me it’s the perfect Sunday afternoon track, my favorite day of the week.” – FIIN

FIIN earned his stripes as the youngest resident of Heart Nightclub and played alongside the best world-class DJs. Since then, he has impromptu b2b sets with Paco Osuna, Marco Faraone, Hot Since 82, Technasia, Butch, Bontan, and Sis. FIIN‘s music combines a sexy, smooth, and groovy style with an upbeat techy rhythm. He takes risks and succeeds with originality. Tropical rhythms, warm synth lines, melodic grooves, and funky textures come together in masterful style. FIIN‘s hunger and drive are outmatched only by his love for the scene. It’s all or nothing, and nothing was never an option.

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Hello Satellites summons big energy on new electro-pop number ‘No Delivery’ lifted from her forthcoming album There Is A Field
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Hello Satellites summons big energy on new electro-pop number ‘No Delivery’ lifted from her forthcoming album There Is A Field

by the partae February 11, 2021
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Melbourne artist Eva Popov has been writing, producing and performing adventurous inimitable indie pop as Hello Satellites for over a decade now. Eva’s expansive and genre bending sound has traversed many realms of the music landscape, undulating seamlessly through folk, pop, neoclassical and experimental tropes across three studio albums, each navigating the world with the sure-footedness of a true exploratory artist. Now, the sonic nomad is excited to reveal her latest offering ‘No Delivery’ lifted from her forthcoming 2021 album There Is A Field.

Out today, ‘No Delivery’ is a cold plunge into the addictive nature of excessive screen time and a danceable reminder about looking beyond palm-sized validation. Beckoning horns signpost snappy wake-up calls and self-help mantras before breaking into a cruisey rhythm you can’t help but succumb to. Recorded with long-time collaborator Nick Huggins (Seagull; Dirty Three) and featuring drums by Heath Robertson and sax by Flora Carbo, the self-produced disco confessional is the second taste of Hello Satellites’ anticipated fourth studio album There Is a Field, following from last year’s moody folk narrative, ‘Thief’.

“No Delivery is a 2.38 minute electronic pop experiment about being addicted to my phone, dopamine hits and magical thinking. I have watched other people do amazing things and live amazing lives whilst I waited for some sort of love hit to come through the screen and solve everything. This song was written as a guitar song to remind myself that nothing was going to be given to me and that I was just going to have to go out into the world and do stuff as my own imperfect self and fail and feel things. I had a lot of fun remaking this song as an obnoxious disco track.”
– Eva Popov, Hello Satellites

Set to be released independently this autumn, There Is A Field sees Hello Satellites harnessing the magic within the mundane. Shaped by the limitations of a long Melbourne lockdown, the record explores vast expansive moments hidden in the nooks and crannies of Popov’s own home and mind. “Each song was a joyous, wide open space to occupy, whilst the outside world felt so closed and restricted under lockdown” Popov explains, noting walk-in robe vocal takes, internet virtual choir collaborations and guitar and piano recordings snatched up in the quiet, stolen moments of working motherhood. The result is a wondrously vibrant world of imagination and awe, candidly unearthed from the most uninspiring of circumstances.

‘No Delivery’ is out now via Ditto
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‘No Delivery’ Credits
Produced by Eva Popov
Recorded by Eva Popov and Nick Huggins
Mixed by Nick Huggins
Mastered by Lachlan McCarrick
Special Guests:
Heath Robertson – Drums
Flora Carbo – Saxophone

‘No Delivery’ Lyrics
It cannot be brought to me
It cannot be brought to me
There is no delivery
It won’t be brought to me

Tried to make it come to good
Tried to give it all I could
But this isn’t Hollywood
Hollywood

See what I want walking right on by
See what I want down a different street, someone else’s life
But I look, pictures on a screen
Scrolling on and on and on what I could have been

It cannot be brought to me
It cannot be brought to me
No one’s gonna give it for free
It won’t be brought to me

Tried to say the magic words
So the hurting wouldn’t hurt
So it wouldn’t hurt
But the magic didn’t work

See what I want . . .

Come on, Come on Come on (etc)
And stop observing
Come on Come on Come on,
And start to live
Come on Come on Come on
It may be damaged
Come on Come on Come on
It’s what you’ve got to give

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Photo Credit: Kovi Konowiecki PRAISE FOR HAND HABITS "placeholder is an impressive piece of craftsmanship, not only in its lyrics but in its sparkling production and masterly sense of melody-for such wistful songs, they have an uncanny ability to get stuck in your head." - New Yorker "An album full of songs that showcase Duffy's gifts front and center... Peaceful, calming, with a hint of something else underneath the surface." - Rolling Stone "Meg Duffy is your favorite indie rocker's favorite guitarist... Duffy plumbs new depths of intimacy when it comes to the topics of anxiety, loss, and forgiveness." - Pitchfork "Duffy pays scrupulous attention to detail in songs that function like intricate dioramas... On placeholder, the singer contemplates the fragility of human relationships and the hard-to-stomach reality that many of the people, experiences and places we've loved are only stepping stones on a journey of self-discovery." - NPR "Remarkable and inquisitive...recalls the piercing lucidity of Angel Olsen, the confidence of Sharon Van Etten." -Stereogum "Lulling, frank revelations on the complexities of desire." - The FADER "placeholder is more atmospheric than show-offy, in which Duffy's tasteful, restrained playing supports the delicate melodies and reflective lyrics. " - UPROXX "A vessel of complex, ever-evolving emotion, warm vocals and dexterous guitar shrieks." - Paste "Achingly beautiful and poignant... profoundly articulated and relatable." - Gorilla vs Bear Hand Habits, the project of Meg Duffy (they/them), has shared a cover of Neil Young's 'i believe in you,' the latest from their upcoming dirt EP. dirt finds the songwriter exploring themes of growth and finding ways to let go of the parts of their past that no longer serve them. It illuminates Duffy's attempts to evolve beyond the confines of their past. Last month Hand Habits shared a video for the EP's A-Side, '4th of july,' which NPR's Bob Boilen called "their best song ever," and Stereogum named the best song of the week upon its release saying "Meg Duffy has leveled up with every Hand Habits album and it looks as though they're about to do it again." The EP, which was co-produced by Duffy and Sasami Ashworth and Kyle Thomas (King Tuff), is available for pre-order now and due February 19th via Milk! Records / Remote Control. While their most recent album placeholder saw them working with producer Brad Cook at Justin Vernon's April Base Studios and garnering praise from such outlets as NPR which called the work "their most fully realized statement" and the Los Angeles Times which praised the work as a "virtually seamless country rock album, with verses moving fluidly into choruses that travel unimpeded across sparkling, architecturally sophisticated bridges." dirt showcases an artist returning to the fertile creative ground of their home.   However, this time around home-recording didn't necessarily mean working in isolation. Duffy had relocated to a shared living situation in Los Angeles with musicians Sasami Ashworth and Kyle Thomas (King Tuff), which also housed Thomas' studio. The resulting songs showcase this creatively collaborative environment, with Ashworth co-producing the lead single and Thomas co-producing 'i believe in you'. Such is the strength of this relationship, in fact, that this new single just may serve as a bridge toward a greater body of work the three will ultimately create together. The sonic texture of '4th of july' complements its lyrical journey, with a simple and sparse introduction marked by a slow burn crescendo hinting at the rupture to come, followed by an ecstatic wail of transcendent emotion. Fittingly, it concludes with a reprise of the beginning but this time altered by new sounds, suggesting a new perspective. Similarly, Duffy breathes new life into the Young staple, 'i believe in you,' adding a foreboding weight and impact to the long-familiar words. For Duffy, the process of recording and the song's themes of growth through trust dovetailed perfectly. As they note, "There's a foundation, and when there's a foundation there's opportunity to reimagine structures; physical and otherwise." Pre-order / Pre-save Hand Habits - dirt EP: https://handhabits.ffm.to/dirt Hand Habits - dirt EP is out February 19  via Milk! Records / Remote Control Records Hand Habits Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
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HAND HABITS Shares cover of Neil Young’s ‘i believe in you’ dirt EP out February 19

by the partae February 11, 2021
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Photo Credit: Kovi Konowiecki

PRAISE FOR HAND HABITS

“placeholder is an impressive piece of craftsmanship, not only in its lyrics but in its sparkling production and masterly sense of melody-for such wistful songs, they have an uncanny ability to get stuck in your head.” – New Yorker

“An album full of songs that showcase Duffy’s gifts front and center… Peaceful, calming, with a hint of something else underneath the surface.” – Rolling Stone

“Meg Duffy is your favorite indie rocker’s favorite guitarist… Duffy plumbs new depths of intimacy when it comes to the topics of anxiety, loss, and forgiveness.” – Pitchfork

“Duffy pays scrupulous attention to detail in songs that function like intricate dioramas… On placeholder, the singer contemplates the fragility of human relationships and the hard-to-stomach reality that many of the people, experiences and places we’ve loved are only stepping stones on a journey of self-discovery.” – NPR

“Remarkable and inquisitive…recalls the piercing lucidity of Angel Olsen, the confidence of Sharon Van Etten.” -Stereogum

“Lulling, frank revelations on the complexities of desire.” – The FADER

“placeholder is more atmospheric than show-offy, in which Duffy’s tasteful, restrained playing supports the delicate melodies and reflective lyrics. “ – UPROXX

“A vessel of complex, ever-evolving emotion, warm vocals and dexterous guitar shrieks.” – Paste

“Achingly beautiful and poignant… profoundly articulated and relatable.” – Gorilla vs Bear

Hand Habits, the project of Meg Duffy (they/them), has shared a cover of Neil Young‘s ‘i believe in you,’ the latest from their upcoming dirt EP. dirt finds the songwriter exploring themes of growth and finding ways to let go of the parts of their past that no longer serve them. It illuminates Duffy‘s attempts to evolve beyond the confines of their past.

Last month Hand Habits shared a video for the EP’s A-Side, ‘4th of july,’ which NPR’s Bob Boilen called “their best song ever,” and Stereogum named the best song of the week upon its release saying “Meg Duffy has leveled up with every Hand Habits album and it looks as though they’re about to do it again.”

The EP, which was co-produced by Duffy and Sasami Ashworth and Kyle Thomas (King Tuff), is available for pre-order now and due February 19th via Milk! Records / Remote Control.

While their most recent album placeholder saw them working with producer Brad Cook at Justin Vernon’s April Base Studios and garnering praise from such outlets as NPR which called the work “their most fully realized statement” and the Los Angeles Times which praised the work as a “virtually seamless country rock album, with verses moving fluidly into choruses that travel unimpeded across sparkling, architecturally sophisticated bridges.” dirt showcases an artist returning to the fertile creative ground of their home.

However, this time around home-recording didn’t necessarily mean working in isolation. Duffy had relocated to a shared living situation in Los Angeles with musicians Sasami Ashworth and Kyle Thomas (King Tuff), which also housed Thomas‘ studio. The resulting songs showcase this creatively collaborative environment, with Ashworth co-producing the lead single and Thomas co-producing ‘i believe in you’. Such is the strength of this relationship, in fact, that this new single just may serve as a bridge toward a greater body of work the three will ultimately create together.

The sonic texture of ‘4th of july’ complements its lyrical journey, with a simple and sparse introduction marked by a slow burn crescendo hinting at the rupture to come, followed by an ecstatic wail of transcendent emotion. Fittingly, it concludes with a reprise of the beginning but this time altered by new sounds, suggesting a new perspective.

Similarly, Duffy breathes new life into the Young staple, ‘i believe in you,’ adding a foreboding weight and impact to the long-familiar words.

For Duffy, the process of recording and the song’s themes of growth through trust dovetailed perfectly. As they note, “There’s a foundation, and when there’s a foundation there’s opportunity to reimagine structures; physical and otherwise.”

Pre-order / Pre-save Hand Habits – dirt EP: https://handhabits.ffm.to/dirt

Hand Habits – dirt EP is out February 19  via Milk! Records / Remote Control Records

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Mia Wray Releases Video For 'Never Gonna Be The Same' + Melbourne Show Announced
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Mia Wray Releases Video For ‘Never Gonna Be The Same’ + Melbourne Show Announced

by the partae February 11, 2021
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“Mia Wray’s knocked it out the park with ‘Never Gonna Be The Same’; leaning heavy into cathartic pop territory on a jam that further establishes her spot as a local star in the making”– triple j

“Melbourne musician Mia Wray is back with another mesmerising tune, proving that she’s only just getting started” – Rolling Stone AU

“It’s a cathartic pop cut that swerves between brooding verses and high-energy refrains, all anchored by Wray’s commanding vocals” – NME

Today Melbourne’s Mia Wray releases the explosive video for her latest single, ‘Never Gonna Be The Same’.  Matching the track’s commanding tone, the clip sees Mia and her Walkman striding down the streets of Melbourne, lost in the moment while Mia dances in an almost exorcistic release. The clip not only captures the free-spirited power of the track, but also gives fans a glimpse of the Mia’s captivating live energy.

In further exciting news, Melbourne fans have the chance to see Mia perform at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl as part of the mammoth Summer Sounds Festival on Sat 27 Feb alongside Bernard Fanning, Something For Kate and Didirri.

The arrival of the ‘Never Gonna Be The Same’ video comes off the back of a stunning response for the track, added straight to full triple j rotation and triple j unearthed, with praise from the likes of Music Feeds, Rolling Stone, NME, Ash London (HIT) & named as one of triple j Unearthed’s 10 artists to watch in 2021. Mia’s performance of the song on the recent Channel 9 broadcast of the Sounds Better Together concert series also saw the song shoot straight to #5 on the iTunes Charts.

Mia Wray – ‘Never Gonna Be The Same’

Out now through Ivy League Records

Buy/stream here

SUMMER SOUNDS FESTIVAL

Sat 27 Feb | Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne VIC
Bernard Fanning, Something For Kate, Didirri and Mia Wray
Ticket information HERE

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BRIJEAN Share new single & video 'Hey Boy' New album Feelings out February 26
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BRIJEAN Share new single & video ‘Hey Boy’ New album Feelings out February 26

by the partae February 11, 2021
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Photo Credit: Jack Bool

Brijean – the Oakland-based duo of Brijean Murphy and Doug Stuart – presents the new single/video, ‘Hey Boy‘ from their forthcoming album, Feelings, out February 26th on Ghostly International. Following ‘Ocean,’ ‘Day Dreaming,’ and ‘Moody,’ ‘Hey Boy‘ radiates with a percussive, atmospheric energy. Murphy calls the charming track a “psychedelic guide — the exploration of finding what feels good — through sorrow, anxiety, apathy.” This mentality applies to Feelings on the whole: in these nebulous and verdant worlds of hazy melodies, feathery hooks, and percussive details, the songs simply want us to feel alive. Murphy, also an accomplished visual artist, illustrated and directed the video in collaboration with motion graphics artist Rose Biehl and producer Samantha Sartor. Throughout, Murphy’s vibrant animations of the duo dance and play across the screen.

Murphy explains the video process: “My visual art style really developed when I began making hand-drawn flyers for a nightclub in Oakland, California. I hosted a recurring jazz night every Tuesday for a few years. The bands were always amorphous and always centered around percussion. That left a lot of elasticity in the genre — the musicians were often rooted in different cultural and musical backgrounds (Salsa, Gospel, Blues, Hip Hop, etc.) — and in turn, that attracted a wide range of dancers and drinkers to fill the space. This music video is a homage to that club and its people, infused with some psychedelic and cheeky moments.

The idea of shared experience, though a virtual reality, had shifted my perspective of shared space, which informs the visuals. Seemingly isolated dancers move within the compartmentalized windows and grids of a surreal technicolor world. We’ve all found ourselves here in this time, sorting through complicated information and synthesizing our inherited and undulating present. For me, I’ve found comfort and inspiration in tethering to the playful stuff.”

Watch “Hey Boy” Video

Murphy – one of indie’s most in-demand percussionists (Poolside, Toro Y Moi, U.S. Girls) – and Stuart, who share backgrounds in jazz, Latin and soul music and were both fixtures in Oakland’s diverse music scene, began collaborating in 2018. Following the duo’s first sessions, which resulted in the mini-album Walkie Talkie (released in 2019 on Native Cat Recordings), Brijean continued collaborating in Oakland, inviting friends Chaz Bear, Tony Peppers, and Hamir Atwal, who all would end up contributing to the album. “We improvised on different feels for hours,” says Murphy. “Nothing quite developed at first but we had seeds. We re-opened the sessions a couple months later, after returning from tours, and spent a month developing the songs in a little 400 square foot cottage.” 

The leap from 2019’s Walkie Talkie to Feelings is marked by a notable expanse in range and energy. Brijean’s signature sound — a golden-hued dream pop tropicalia of dazzling beats and honeyed vocals — elevates with the addition of live drummers, strings, and synths. The album also finds Murphy fully trusting in her strengths, not just as a percussionist, but as a songwriter and collaborator. “Valuing myself as elemental instead of an ‘aux’ percussionist, and the undoubted support and talents of Doug, encouraged me to both make this project and collaborate with many different people.” 

Brijean wants you to move, physically, mentally, dimensionally; this is dance music for the mind, body, and soul. With Feelings, they’ve manifested a gentle collective space for respite, for self-reflection, for self-care, for uninhibited imagination and new possibilities.

Brijean – Feelings is out Friday 26 February
via Ghostly International

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Mia Dyson announces date changes for Parking Lots 15th Anniversary Australian East Coast 2021 tour
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Mia Dyson announces date changes for Parking Lots 15th Anniversary Australian East Coast 2021 tour!

by the partae February 11, 2021
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Off the back of the recent 15-year anniversary reissue of her ARIA Award-winning 2005 album Parking Lots Australian icon Mia Dyson was penned to perform a run of East Coast Australian dates this March. Due to COVID restrictions, Mia has had to postpone all of her upcoming shows but is thrilled to still be able to celebrate the milestone with her VIC and NSW fans, albeit a little further down the road, at her newly rescheduled November dates.

The seasoned Australian artist will take to the road this November for shows across Newcastle, Sydney, Melbourne and regional Victoria for her first live shows in well over a year. Tickets are on sale now and in limited COVID capacities, so be sure to get in quick. For those who already snagged tickets, these will be valid for the rescheduled dates.

“I’m so sad to say that due to forces beyond my control, I am having to postpone my Parking Lots tour to November. All your tickets will be valid for the new shows except Brisbane where we couldn’t make the routing work and ticket holders will be issued refunds. We’ll get you next time around.

Unfortunately, this also means I won’t be performing at Bluesfest.  

I can’t wait to see you all when these shows finally do happen. Thanks for your support and patience.” – Mia Dyson

In her two-decade long career, Mia Dyson has been nominated for five ARIA Awards with Parking Lots taking out ‘Best Blues and Roots Album’ in 2005. She was the inaugural recipient of Double J’s Artist Of The Year at the 2014 J Awards following the release of her Australian classic LP Idyllwild and has had four albums up for AIR Awards with The Moment earning her a nomination for ‘Song Of The Year’ at the 2013 APRA Awards. Mia Dyson’s extensive career has seen her support the likes of Stevie Nicks, Eric Clapton, Bonnie Raitt and Joe Cocker, and most recently touring extensively with her supergroups Dyson Stringer Cloher. 

Heading back into the studio in 2020 to revisit five songs from the album, Mia’s Parking Lots (Revisited) EP sheds new light on a selection of her favourite cuts from the record. From beloved single ‘Roll Me Out’ to the stunning homage of motherly love on ‘Rivers Wide’, and the simple yet captivating title track to the empowering ‘Choose’ and heartbreaking ‘I Meant Something To You Once’, the EP captures the sheer musical mastery of an artist who continues to redefine the blues and roots genre, 15 years on, with the rest of her expansive career still to come.

STREAM / EMBED PARKING LOTS (REVISITED) EP 
STREAM // EMBED ORIGINAL PARKING LOTS ALBUM ON SPOTIFY

Parking Lots (Revisited) EP Track Listing
1. Roll Me Out
2. Rivers Wide
3. Parking Lots
4. Choose
5. I Meant Something To You Once

Parking Lots LP vinyl reissue & (Revisited) EP is out now via MGM
Spotify / iTunes / Apple Music

Parking Lots 15th Anniversary Tour 2021 Tour Dates
Friday 12 November – Howler – Melbourne, VIC

Saturday 13 November – Sandy Point Music Club – Sandy Point, VIC
Sunday 14 November – Macedon Railway Hotel – Macedon Ranges,  VIC
Friday 19 November – Theatre Royal – Castlemaine, VIC
Saturday 20 November – Surf Coast TBC, Surf Coast, VIC

Sunday 21 November – Sooki Lounge – Belgrave, VIC
Friday 26 November – Lizotte’s – Newcastle, NSW
Saturday 27 November – The Lansdowne – Sydney, NSW

Tickets on sale now via miadyson.com

CREDITS
Produced By Daniel Wright And Erin “Syd” Sidney
Recorded At Echo Magic In Ojai, Ca
All Songs Engineered And Mixed By Scott Hirsch
Mastered By Ian Sefchick
All Songs By Mia Dyson (APRA / BMI)
Mia Dyson – Piano, Guitar, Vocals
Matt Aronoff – Double Bass
Lee Pardini – Additional Piano
Daniel Wright – Electric Bass, Backing Vocals
Erin “Syd” Sidney – Drums
Artwork By Jim Grimwade

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Introducing Madi Diaz
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Introducing Madi Diaz

by the partae February 11, 2021
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Nashville-based Madi Diaz marks a full restart of her artistic career with “Man In Me,” her poignant debut single/video for ANTI-. It’s a first taste of how Diaz has worked at perfecting the craft of delivering a full spectrum of emotions via songs stripped to their most confrontational and raw form. This song is produced by Diaz with additional production by Andrew Sarlo (Big Thief, Bon Iver).

Across reverberating guitar strums and light piano, Diaz’s voice is evocative as she makes frank observations about a past relationship: “Do you imagine me differently // Cause when I met you swore that you saw me // When you think I might be someone else // Does it turn you on.” As the track continues, Diaz’s vocals swell exponentially, only to be drawn back to a fading note.

’Man In Me’ was the first song I sat down to record for myself in about six years, which is the reason I thought it was so important to release first. It’s a very intimately visceral moment, a sort of play-by-play inner monologue, taking my first steps through a really hard time.” The accompanying video, directed by Stephen Kinigopoulos, “emphasises the intensity of a moment held and held and held. For me, this video is like holding a stare for so long that it hurts. It’s like knowing you should let go, but you keep holding on cause you can’t say ‘when,’ and playing with that tension lying right beneath the surface. You know something’s up, but you just can’t put your finger on it.”

Diaz was originally raised in Lancaster, Pennsylvania surrounded by a family deeply immersed in music: her grandfather was a tenor in the Greenwich City Opera, both of her parents taught music lessons (piano, guitar and ukulele), her father played in a Zappa tribute band and her brother plays in a metal band. She moved to Philadelphia in her teens to have closer access to broader music education, before eventually enrolling in (and dropping out of) Berklee College of Music and moving to Nashville to more seriously pursue a career as a songwriter.

After cutting her teeth in writers rooms in Nashville, Diaz moved to Los Angeles honing her songwriting skills and playing in numerous projects. After a very tumultuous relationship and break up, she bought a truck and moved back to Nashville where she became a go-to songwriter. As things slowed down, Diaz felt she had the time and space to fully confront everything in her life with a newfound sense of clarity. Over the next two years, she wrote over 100 songs, one of which is “Man In Me.” The songwriting expertise she had developed over the years is now championed in her own strikingly original and emotional music.

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THE LAZY EYES ANNOUNCE THEIR OWN UNDER 18'S FESTIVAL 'LAZYFEST' + MORE 'WHERE'S MY BRAIN???' TOUR DATES ADDED
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THE LAZY EYES ANNOUNCE THEIR OWN UNDER 18’S FESTIVAL ‘LAZYFEST’ + MORE ‘WHERE’S MY BRAIN???’ TOUR DATES ADDED

by the partae February 11, 2021
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PRAISE FOR THE LAZY EYES

“Feeding from the same trough as King Gizz and The Babe Rainbow,
this track is simply a magic mushroom spinning top”

Richard Kingsmill (triple j, ‘Where’s My Brain???‘)

“A phenomenal blend of modern sensibilities and classic experimental pop”
American Songwriter

“The makings of a psych giant”
NME Magazine (4 Stars)

“If Brian Wilson joined Tame Impala for a day”
DIY Magazine

“Their music retains a youthful freshness that, rather than recycling,
reinvigorates the ingredients they have taken from their heroes”

Monster Children

“The hype is real. Believe it.”
Life Without Andy

Today The Lazy Eyes are thrilled to present their debut festival, Lazyfest, consisting of an under 18’s show during the day, followed by an 18+ later in the evening. Tickets available HERE.

Programmed by the band with a lineup featuring Stevan and MAY-A, the festival is built on a foundation of giving younger fans a chance to see live music in real venues, and The Lazy Eyes are bringing their friends along for the ride. 

The band has this to say: “Lazyfest is our vision for something we would’ve loved to have when we were younger. When we were growing up around the music scene, there never seemed to be any opportunities for the underage crowd to watch, let alone play music in “real venues”. We would find lot’s of workarounds to be able to play, some of them which will remain undisclosed ;). Shoutout to MCA Genext who put on such an amazing youths only event that really helped shape our band as well as so many others. That was a real diamond in the rough. When we were given the opportunity to make Lazyfest, we tried to satisfy every bit of our younger selves imaginations.

We met Stevan and his crew at Bigsound 2019 and it was an instant connection. We just bonded over the same music and we had mutual friends. He’s such a funny dude and we are always amazed by how much energy he has on and off stage. Stoked to have him on board. We went to highschool with MAY-A, so we had loads of run-ins with her on our long journey through school. Back then it was all about collaborating and joining everyone’s band and project to help people finish music assessments and stuff. It’s such a full circle moment playing with her again for the first ever Lazyfest!”

Lazyfest is made possible by funding from Create NSW‘s Play the City (Sydney) grant.

The Lazy Eyes, Lunatic Entertainment & Village Sounds Present:
LAZYFEST
Featuring The Lazy Eyes, Stevan & MAY-A
Sat 27 Mar – Mary’s Underground
U18 matinee & 18+ evening session
Tickets available HERE.

THE LAZY EYES TOUR DATES
Sat 20 Feb – The Workers Club – Melbourne
Fri 26 Feb – Black Bear Lodge – Brisbane
Thu 4 Mar – La La La’s – Wollongong
Fri 5 Mar – The Stag & Hunter – Newcastle
Sat 27 Mar – Lazyfest, Mary’s Underground  – Sydney

Tickets and more tour info at thelazyeyes.com

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The sell-out success, Synthony, returns to Brisbane for a ‘One Night Only’ epic outdoor show at Riverstage on Saturday 29th May! The ultimate celebration of the last 30 years of dance music, Synthony is a unique collaboration between Orchestra, DJs, live vocalists and feature musicians.   After a hugely success 2019 show at Brisbane City Hall, the super-charged and energetic Synthony will return to showcase a brand-new set list featuring the biggest dance anthems from icons such as: Avicii, Eric Prydz, Fatboy Slim and Basement Jaxx to name just a few, backed with the full might of a 60+ piece Brisbane Philharmonic Orchestra.  The show is stacked with iconic stars from across the Australian music spectrum playing their global hits including: Miss Connie (Sneaky Sound System), Ilan Kidron (The Potbelleez), Mobin Master, Greg Gould, Ella Monnery, Andy Van (Madison Avenue / Vicious Records) and Mark Dynamix. With an epic backdrop of visuals, lasers and a state-of-the-art sound system, it’s a magical, uplifting, hands-in-the-air dance party like no other.  An energetic show from the outset, this is not an orchestra as you know it.  This celebration of dance music is more than just a show, it takes the audience on a nostalgic journey back through their most memorable dance music experiences.  Track after track, fans are taken down memory lane and celebrate dance music that is embedded into their subconscious.   Synthony's New Zealand shows (since 2017) have been attended by ‘Sold Out’ audiences (as well as its Brisbane debut in 2019).  After successful shows across New Zealand over the last few months, including a sold-out show at Spark Arena, (Auckland) and the orchestral extravaganza’s first outdoor show at the magical natural Amphitheatre of the ‘Bowl of Brooklands’ (New Plymouth), the tour hits the soon to be sold out Melbourne show at the famous Sidney Myer Music Bowl. Synthony Australia will include some of Australia’s dance music’s favourite artists, who are also behind some massive hits, such as: Miss Connie (Sneaky Sound System) – ‘Pictures,’ ‘I Love It,’ ‘UFO,’ ‘Kansas City’ and more.. Ilan Kidron (The Potbelleez) – ‘Don’t Hold Back,’ ‘Hello,’ ‘Junkyard’ and more..  Greg Gould, Ella Monnery + more to be announced.. Hosted by: Mobin Master - ‘Show Me Love,’ ‘Get Away with It,’ ‘Lights Out’ and more.. Support by: Andy Van (Madison Avenue // Super Disco Club) and Mark Dynamix It’s no secret that 2020 has been a tumultuous rollercoaster for event promoters.  The Synthony tour was due to be announced just days before New Zealand went into Level 4 lockdown and the future of the tour all of a sudden became awfully uncertain.  Shows across Australia, Asia, and the U.S were in the pipeline for 2020.  Months of preparation and negotiations with artists, venues and sponsors were all dashed and the team behind Synthony, had to rebuild the program all over again.   ___________________________________________________________ Duco Events Promoter Rachael Carroll says she’s excited to bring the show back to Australia and return to Brisbane a city that loved the first show: “Given the circumstances, it’s amazing to be able to bring this show back to Brisbane. We dipped out toe in the water staging the event at City Hall in 2019 and following great reviews we can’t wait to go bigger and better outdoors at the stunning Riverstage. The show will be run in a government approved, Covid-safe set up at Riverstage. Whilst the venue normally can hold over 9,000 people, tickets will be capped at 4,000 due to capacity restrictions. The Synthony Australian Tour has only been possible thanks to the support of the Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund – an Australian Government initiative. “We certainly would not be putting on this show without the RISE funding support from the Australian Government.  This partnership has given us the confidence to invest, take risk and put on events that will see some artists and suppliers secure their first job and income after a very long break in event activity” said Carroll. Eager dance music fans around Brisbane will have one hand in the air and one hand on the mouse, hovering over the ‘Buy Tickets’ button as the tickets are released on: Friday 19th February, 11am AEST.  With a ‘One Night Only’ show and restricted numbers, fans will need to get in quickly to secure their spot. Guests are urged register for the pre-sale at:  www.synthony.com  About Synthony  Founded in 2017 by DJ and producer, Erika Amoore and fellow Kiwi David Elmsly, Synthony sold out its first ever show at the Auckland Town Hall to a packed house and unprecedented reviews.  The show’s creation brought together key New Zealand talent, with Peter Thomas, conductor and music director of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra believing in the unique concept and enlisting the services of Ryan Youens, an arranger with hundreds of professional credits to his name, including film scores for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and The Desolation of Smaug.  After sold-out events at Auckland Town Hall in 2017 and 2018, Duco Events, a major event promoter with a 16-year track-record, purchased the concept with an ambitious long-term vision to expand the event from one city to multiple venues and cities across the globe.  In 2019, they took the show to Brisbane, Australia and also sold out five shows across NZ later that year.  Over six shows, four Orchestras and hundreds of musicians played to over 14,000 fans in 2019.  In 2020, Synthony staged its biggest ever NZ-wide tour, supporting the live music industry’s recovery post COVID19.  Synthony returns to Australia this April for its first outdoor show at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, followed by Brisbane in May with other Australian cities to be announced, followed by other international markets.   ___________________________________________________________ 2021 DATES & LOCATIONS:  Friday 12th February, TSB Arena, Wellington  Saturday 20th March, Horncastle Arena, Christchurch  Friday 16th April, Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne Saturday 29th May, Riverstage, Brisbane More Australian dates to be announced…. TICKET DETAILS:   Tickets for Synthony – Brisbane go On-Sale: Friday 19th February, 11am AEST All tickets and pre-sale available through: www.synthony.com  VIDEOS:  Brisbane 2021 Promo Video: Eric Prydz - ‘Call On Me’ WATCH HERE! 2019 Synthony Grand Finale at Wellington’s TSB Arena WATCH HERE!   Darude - ‘Sandstorm’ performed by Synthony WATCH HERE!   Fisher - ‘Losing It’ performed by Synthony WATCH HERE!  
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SYNTHONY RETURNS TO BRISBANE FOR A ‘ONE NIGHT ONLY’ SHOW LIVE AT RIVERSTAGE

by the partae February 11, 2021
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The sell-out success, Synthony, returns to Brisbane for a ‘One Night Only’ epic outdoor show at Riverstage on Saturday 29th May!

The ultimate celebration of the last 30 years of dance music, Synthony is a unique collaboration between Orchestra, DJs, live vocalists and feature musicians.

After a hugely success 2019 show at Brisbane City Hall, the super-charged and energetic Synthony will return to showcase a brand-new set list featuring the biggest dance anthems from icons such as: Avicii, Eric Prydz, Fatboy Slim and Basement Jaxx to name just a few, backed with the full might of a 60+ piece Brisbane Philharmonic Orchestra.  The show is stacked with iconic stars from across the Australian music spectrum playing their global hits including: Miss Connie (Sneaky Sound System), Ilan Kidron (The Potbelleez), Mobin Master, Greg Gould, Ella Monnery, Andy Van (Madison Avenue / Vicious Records) and Mark Dynamix.

With an epic backdrop of visuals, lasers and a state-of-the-art sound system, it’s a magical, uplifting, hands-in-the-air dance party like no other.  An energetic show from the outset, this is not an orchestra as you know it.  This celebration of dance music is more than just a show, it takes the audience on a nostalgic journey back through their most memorable dance music experiences.  Track after track, fans are taken down memory lane and celebrate dance music that is embedded into their subconscious.

Synthony’s New Zealand shows (since 2017) have been attended by ‘Sold Out’ audiences (as well as its Brisbane debut in 2019).  After successful shows across New Zealand over the last few months, including a sold-out show at Spark Arena, (Auckland) and the orchestral extravaganza’s first outdoor show at the magical natural Amphitheatre of the ‘Bowl of Brooklands’ (New Plymouth), the tour hits the soon to be sold out Melbourne show at the famous Sidney Myer Music Bowl.

Synthony Australia will include some of Australia’s dance music’s favourite artists, who are also behind some massive hits, such as:

Miss Connie (Sneaky Sound System) – ‘Pictures,’ ‘I Love It,’ ‘UFO,’ ‘Kansas City’ and more..

Ilan Kidron (The Potbelleez) – ‘Don’t Hold Back,’ ‘Hello,’ ‘Junkyard’ and more.. 

Greg Gould, Ella Monnery + more to be announced..

Hosted by: Mobin Master – ‘Show Me Love,’ ‘Get Away with It,’ ‘Lights Out’ and more..

Support by: Andy Van (Madison Avenue // Super Disco Club) and Mark Dynamix

It’s no secret that 2020 has been a tumultuous rollercoaster for event promoters.  The Synthony tour was due to be announced just days before New Zealand went into Level 4 lockdown and the future of the tour all of a sudden became awfully uncertain.  Shows across Australia, Asia, and the U.S were in the pipeline for 2020.  Months of preparation and negotiations with artists, venues and sponsors were all dashed and the team behind Synthony, had to rebuild the program all over again.

___________________________________________________________

Duco Events Promoter Rachael Carroll says she’s excited to bring the show back to Australia and return to Brisbane a city that loved the first show: “Given the circumstances, it’s amazing to be able to bring this show back to Brisbane. We dipped out toe in the water staging the event at City Hall in 2019 and following great reviews we can’t wait to go bigger and better outdoors at the stunning Riverstage.

The show will be run in a government approved, Covid-safe set up at Riverstage. Whilst the venue normally can hold over 9,000 people, tickets will be capped at 4,000 due to capacity restrictions.

The Synthony Australian Tour has only been possible thanks to the support of the Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund – an Australian Government initiative. “We certainly would not be putting on this show without the RISE funding support from the Australian Government.  This partnership has given us the confidence to invest, take risk and put on events that will see some artists and suppliers secure their first job and income after a very long break in event activity” said Carroll.

Eager dance music fans around Brisbane will have one hand in the air and one hand on the mouse, hovering over the ‘Buy Tickets’ button as the tickets are released on: Friday 19th February, 11am AEST.  With a ‘One Night Only’ show and restricted numbers, fans will need to get in quickly to secure their spot.

Guests are urged register for the pre-sale at:  www.synthony.com

About Synthony

Founded in 2017 by DJ and producer, Erika Amoore and fellow Kiwi David Elmsly, Synthony sold out its first ever show at the Auckland Town Hall to a packed house and unprecedented reviews.  The show’s creation brought together key New Zealand talent, with Peter Thomas, conductor and music director of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra believing in the unique concept and enlisting the services of Ryan Youens, an arranger with hundreds of professional credits to his name, including film scores for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and The Desolation of Smaug.

After sold-out events at Auckland Town Hall in 2017 and 2018, Duco Events, a major event promoter with a 16-year track-record, purchased the concept with an ambitious long-term vision to expand the event from one city to multiple venues and cities across the globe.  In 2019, they took the show to Brisbane, Australia and also sold out five shows across NZ later that year.  Over six shows, four Orchestras and hundreds of musicians played to over 14,000 fans in 2019.

In 2020, Synthony staged its biggest ever NZ-wide tour, supporting the live music industry’s recovery post COVID19.  Synthony returns to Australia this April for its first outdoor show at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, followed by Brisbane in May with other Australian cities to be announced, followed by other international markets.

 ___________________________________________________________

2021 DATES & LOCATIONS:

Friday 12th February, TSB Arena, Wellington

Saturday 20th March, Horncastle Arena, Christchurch

Friday 16th April, Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne

Saturday 29th May, Riverstage, Brisbane

More Australian dates to be announced….

TICKET DETAILS: 

Tickets for Synthony – Brisbane go On-Sale: Friday 19th February, 11am AEST

All tickets and pre-sale available through: www.synthony.com

VIDEOS:

Brisbane 2021 Promo Video: Eric Prydz – ‘Call On Me’ WATCH HERE!

2019 Synthony Grand Finale at Wellington’s TSB Arena WATCH HERE!

Darude – ‘Sandstorm’ performed by Synthony WATCH HERE!

Fisher – ‘Losing It’ performed by Synthony WATCH HERE!

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Decibel Open Air shares full lineup for 2021 edition in September with Marco Carola, Nina Kraviz and more
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Decibel Open Air shares full lineup for 2021 edition in September with Marco Carola, Nina Kraviz and more

by the partae February 11, 2021
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Decibel Open Air tickets online available on www.decibelopenair.com

Decibel Open Air shares full lineup for 2021 edition in September with Marco Carola, Nina Kraviz and more

Decibel Open Air reveals the full line-up for the 2021 edition, taking place on the 11th and 12th September in Cascine Park in Florence, Italy.

New names include Marco Carola, Nina Kraviz, Peggy Gou, Mathame, Stephan Jolk, T78, Brina Knauss, Marc Maya, Viviana Casanova, Toni Varga, Pôngo and Mattia Trani, while the most crazy and colourful party in all the world, elrow, will also be at Decibel Open Air with a very exclusive stage of their own.

There is a whiff of optimism in the air as the festival world sets its sights on a huge rebirth in late summer and adding to that hope that we can return to some sort of normality is the news that Italian heavyweight Decibel Open Air is back.
This famous event has two stages across two days at a massive outdoor space in Italy with all the beautiful food and extra stuff that you would expect. Of course, the people will be just as cool and cultured as the line up and the green space welcomes this final wave of names after the first one in December when Paul Kalkbrenner (live), 999999999 (live), Amelie Lens, Ben Klock, Fisher, Gioli & Assia (live), Giorgia Angiuli (live), Kölsch, Michael Bibi, Pan-Pot, Reinier Zonneveld (live), Richie Hawtin and Wade were all announced.

The Italian techno titan, Marco Carola, is one of the biggest names in the electronic scene. He’s head of Music On, one of the most loved parties in Ibiza and in the world. He is joined by undisputed talent, Nina Kraviz, a DJ, producer, songwriter and vocalist who has her own acid techno sound. Since 2014 she has been running the трип record label, a real hub for new talents and undiscovered music. Next up, through a regular stream of high quality mixes Peggy Gou has become a real star of the underground with her sets across the world filled with colourful house, disco and techno and plenty of personality.
Add in further names like Mathame, Stephan Jolk, T78, Brina Knauss, Marc Maya, Viviana Casanova, Toni Varga, Pôngo and Mattia Trani and you have a much-anticipated event that will be fantastic time of celebration for all music lovers.
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Tanaya Harper releases Tender is the Night, VOL1 with all proceeds being donated to aid the Perth Bushfire Victims

by the partae February 10, 2021
written by the partae

Tender is the Night was created by Leigh Gardiner, Rohin Best and Ruby Smedley in Perth, WA as a response to COVID19 when many classical musicians and composers lost the majority of their work for the upcoming year in 2020.

As one of Perth’s leading songwriters, Tanaya Harper was invited to perform an intimate Wembley backyard show which was held and recorded on Noongar boodjar land in the first weekend of Spring 2020 post-lockdown. The very special series was in support of and giving opportunities for composers and classical musicians to work again as well as highlighting the songwriting of West Australian original artists to the unique backdrop of a string quartet.

Tanaya has a stunning voice and poignant lyrics, which meant she was the obvious choice to launch TITN. Her lyrics are deep, sincere and relatable, and she delivered beyond expectations.” – Leigh Gardiner, Tender is the Night

Tanaya’s live recording of her favourite tracks Slow Motion Breakup, Don’t Go Outside, The Well, Dissociate, The Dark I Love and Graceless makeup Tender is the Night, VOL1, with Tanaya donating 100% of proceeds from sales of the Bandcamp digital sales to assist Perth Bushfire victims.

“At first I didn’t quite understand what Leigh was asking me to do, or how special this event would be. There weren’t any rehearsals – only a soundcheck, so I was really nervous about that. Then, I vividly remember being completely overwhelmed during the opening song because that was when I finally realised what was happening, that I was playing this once-in-a-lifetime gig with four incredible women.

These live recordings have been ready to release for a little while but I didn’t know when would be the right time. Once I learnt of the scale of destruction from the Wooroloo bushfires I decided I’d like to donate all proceeds from Bandcamp downloads towards assisting those who’ve been affected.” – Tanaya Harper

Tender is the Night, VOL1: Tanaya Harper
1. Slow Motion Breakup
2. Don’t Go Outside
3. The Well
4. Dissociate
5. The Dark I Love
6. Graceless

100% of proceeds from sales going to Perth Bush Fire victims.
Purchase now on Tanaya Harper’s Bandcamp 

All songs written by Tanaya Harper
String players:
Madeleine Antoine
Emma Buss
Alix Hamilton
Anna Sarcich

Arrangements by
Slow Motion Breakup: Jared Yapp
The Well & Don’t Go Outside: Tim Newhouse
Dissociate: Erin Gordon
The Dark I Love: Joshua Chan
Graceless: Rebecca Erin Smith

Recorded by Leigh Gardiner & Scott Jennings
Mixed & mastered by Steve Froudist at Awesome Wells Studio
Photography by Chris Symes at Shotweiler Photography

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KUČKA ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM ‘WRESTLING’ OUT APRIL 30 VIA SOOTHSAYER / LUCKYME + SHARES NEW SINGLE 'NO GOOD FOR ME’
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KUČKA ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM ‘WRESTLING’ OUT APRIL 30 VIA SOOTHSAYER / LUCKYME + SHARES NEW SINGLE ‘NO GOOD FOR ME’

by the partae February 10, 2021
written by the partae
Photo by Dillon Howl

PRAISE FOR KUČKA

“There’s beauty in the way KUČKA creates her soundscapes;
infusing them with hypnotic rhythms, and also sparseness that can really captivate”

triple j

“Gorgeously soulful and shimmering”
FACT

“A pounding, claustrophobic, dance-adjacent cut”
The FADER

“Real is a wonderfully opaque piece of digital soul”
Clash Magazine

“Melds vulnerability with experimentation”
Pilerats

“More sophisticated than ever before”
Fashion Journal

Perth raised, LA based producer and vocalist KUČKA announces the feverishly anticipated release of her debut album Wrestling, out April 30 via Soothsayer/LuckyMe. The news comes with the release of her latest single ‘No Good For Me‘, premiered last night via Good Nights on triple j. Listen HERE.

‘No Good For Me‘ signals more for KUČKA than a relationship breakdown in Wrestling’s narrative arc. Breaking momentarily with the elements of fantasy that have come to be synonymous with her music, the single catches KUČKA bracing herself. “I’m hungry for progress,” she sings over garage house percussion that thumps like a heartbeat. Piecing together her previous releases ‘Drowning‘, ‘Real‘, ‘Contemplation‘ and ‘Ascension‘, which have each received playlist support from triple j, FBi Radio, RAGE and MTV; ‘No Good For Me‘ begs, “How long can you run for?”

Of the single and her upcoming record, KUČKA shares: “No Good For Me is a song about letting go of people who don’t vibe you up. Writing No Good For Me was about capturing the energy of psyching yourself up to deal with that conflict.”

The project of Laura Jane Lowther, Wrestling is a record about young adulthood, finding yourself and meeting your soulmate along the way. Like Christine and the Queens, Caribou and Charli XCX’s most earnest moments, KUČKA documents her metamorphosis through her unique brand of “digital soul”. From ending a long-term relationship, moving cross-continentally, coming out, getting married and all the emotions felt in between, Wrestling illustrates that journey, processed, celebrated and soothed through dance driven electronica, ethereal vocals and glitchy textures. In turning to writing for catharsis, the album is also a moving dedication to Laura’s partner and Wrestling’s creative director Dillon Howl, who without which the record’s release would not be possible.

Written, produced and recorded by herself, Lowther’s natural ability for conjuring earworm melodies are on full display. As a trained musician, Laura has steadily worked over the years to establish herself as a sought after producer and vocalist. Her list of achievements are endless, having already worked with A$AP Rocky, on ‘Fashion Killa‘, Flume and SOPHIE on the GRAMMY Nominated ‘Voices‘, Vince Staples, Fetty Wap, Kendrick Lamar, Vegyn, Nosaj Thing, Cosmos Midnight and many more. With her steady and selective recent output drawing praise from the FADER, Fact Magazine, Clash Music, NME, Earmilk, Flaunt and more alongside playlist additions from triple j, Rinse FM, FBi Radio and more, today KUČKA stands tall on her own, ready to welcome us into her world.

‘No Good For Me‘ is out now via Soothsayer/LuckyMe, buy/stream it here.

WRESTLING
The KUČKA debut album
April 30
Presave HERE.

TRACKLIST
Wrestling
Contemplation
Drowning
Ascension
Afterparty
Joyride
Your World
Sky Brown
No Good For Me
Real
Eternity
Patience

Stay connected with KUČKA:
Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Soundcloud | Bandcamp

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