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Broken Hearts & Beauty Sleep by Mykki Blanco
is out digitally June 18 and physically on October 1
via Transgressive Records
Pre-order now: https://mykkiblanco.ffm.to/
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Rage is set for release on June 25 via Human Warfare Records
Brisbane metalcore crew APATE have delivered their new single “Dancing On The Razor’s Edge” – the final piece of new music before their EP, Rage, drops on June 25 via Human Warfare.
Much like its predecessors “Gasoline Anthem” and “Under My Skin”, APATE’s latest single “Dancing On The Razor’s Edge” continues to smash through the boundaries of metalcore, delivering another cut that embraces both the genre innovation APATE are building their name on while retaining the nostalgia of early 2000s nu-metal.
Vocalist/guitarist Caleb Patch explains: “Dancing On The Razor’s Edge was the last song we sorted out. It’s super hooky and I think reflects how well we worked together in the studio after being crammed in there together for months. Lyrically it came from a place of uncertainty with where we were as a band before we got in the studio to record Rage. We knew music was what we wanted to do, but we felt stuck as a band and uncertain of our future. It’s a bit melancholic but shows a glimmer of hope. We weren’t even sure if this record would see the light of day, but as it all came together, we knew we had to put our all into music and give it the best shot we could.”
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David shares, “Back Online was one of the first few songs I wrote while working on this EP, with the lyrics allowing for reflection on appearance and relationships, and the whole notion of being “online” in this day and age. The concept of time explored in this internet age is all about being there and present and glued to your phone, but sometimes you’ve got to take a break. It feels like the beginning of a new era for me, really helping me understand that what I’ve wanted has been in front of me the whole time, and I just had to go and get it.”
As the title track of his forthcoming EP, David teases this same journey of self reflection across Back Online, exploring loneliness, unrequited love and more across five tracks. What sets Superchorus apart from the crowd is David’s driving passion to share music that’s there for you through everything, whether it be times of joy or to lean on through moments of sadness, to express what you wished you could to someone else, or to give assurance to your deepest thoughts. Superchorus promises to share this and more with Back Online, out this June 17.
‘Back Online‘ is out now, buy/stream it here.
BACK ONLINE EP
by Superchorus
independently out June 17
TRACKLIST
Back Online
Slip Away
Race Is Run
Love To Give
I Want To Be The One
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“We are the Nowhere Generation…We are the kids that no one wants
We are a credible threat…To the rules you set…A cause to be alarmed.”
“I’ve come to realize that people want honesty and that music can be a catalyst for change. I think in many ways, we’ve been on a mission to rile people up, and I feel very lucky to be able to do that. Our hope on this record is to jostle people awake, even it if makes you uncomfortable.”— Tim McIlrath
Multi-Gold and Platinum punk rock band RISE AGAINST is back with a provocative and dynamic new album, Nowhere Generation, the group’s first new studio effort in four years. On the upcoming release, the outspoken band points a finger at big business and politics for stacking the social and economical deck against Millennials’, Gen Y’s, and Gen Z’s pursuit of The American Dream. Musically, the album is blazing, aggressive punk rock; lyrically, the eleven songs were inspired in part by input from band members’ young children and Rise Against’s community of fans.
Said McIlrath,“Today there is the promise of the American Dream, and then there is the reality of the American Dream. America’s ‘historical norm’ that the next generation will be better off than the one that came before has been diminished by an era of mass social, economic, and political instability and a sell-out of the Middle Class. The brass ring that was promised by hard work and dedication no longer exists for everyone. When the privileged climb the ladder of success and then burn it from the top, disruption becomes the only answer.”
Rise Against – McIlrath, Joe Principe/bass, Brandon Barnes/drums, and Zach Blair/lead guitar – recorded Nowhere Generation at The Blasting Room in Fort Collins, Colorado, under the tutelage of Jason Livermore, Andrew Berlin, Chris Beeble, and long-time producer/engineer Bill Stevenson (Black Flag, The Descendents). Stevenson has worked with the band on nearly all of their acclaimed releases since their sophomore effort, 2003’s Revolutions Per Minute, and is often described as Rise Against’s fifth member. “Bill is our not-so-secret weapon,” Principe explained.“He really has helped shape the band; he gets what we want to do and will go with us when we think outside the box. He’s the perfect producer for the style of music we play because he has an insane pop sensibility and the hardcore side to him as well.”
In addition to the communal call to arms embedded in Nowhere Generation’s dynamic title track, there’s the fast and furious anti-establishment manifesto Broken Dreams, Inc., the moody ballad Forfeit, Sudden Urge, a true nod to the band’s rock’n’roll side with an overall punk-vibe, the simplicity of The Numbers with a melody that will stick in your head, and the surprise pop candor in Talking To Ourselves, a standout song about wanting to be heard and wondering if anyone is listening. “It describes a lot of what Rise Against does,” says McIlrath, “to speak and scream when we feel there are things that are happening that aren’t being addressed.”
“When I was growing up,” said Principe, “I listened to bands like 7 Seconds, Bad Brains, Minor Threat, and Bad Religion. All of those bands’ music had a sense of hope with the world, a truly positive global view of what life can be. From the beginning, we’ve wanted Rise Against to have that same positivity, to have our music be an inspiration for people to bring about change in their own lives, they just have to put forth the effort and speak up.”
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TIJUANA CARTEL
REVEAL PSYCHEDELIC NEW RECORD ‘ACID PONY’
SUPPORT FOR SINGLES OFF ‘ACID PONY’
“Matching psychedelic textures to dappled electronics, the group’s beatific sound helps you escape from yourself.”
Clash Magazine (UK)
“Some iterations have flamenco-esque hand claps, some feature middle eastern string instrumentals, and others contain front man Paul George’s captivating vocals.”
This Song Is Sick (USA)
“If you like LCD Soundsystem then I’ve got a treat for you.”
Indie Shuffle (ZAF)
“Dancing melodies and playful sampling that all come together in a song that really connects with the earth and the cultures that have bloomed from it .”
Pilerats (AUS)
“This is so great, a mesmerising and consuming mix of rootsy acoustic sounds in a spacious electronic world.” – 4/5 stars
Declan Byrne – triple j (AUS)
Gold Coast-based electronic-dance outfit Tijuana Cartel have just revealed their exuberant new record ‘Acid Pony’ – produced by band members Carey O’Sullivan and Paul George.
‘Acid Pony’ is seven tracks of mind-altering guitar-driven indie music that explores a myriad of concepts and genre elements, while spotlighting the components that have come to define Tijuana Cartel’s sound.
Opening track ‘Sufi’ introduces the listener to five minutes of instrumental virtuosity, with reverberated riffs permeating the track’s spectral atmosphere. This leads into the second track ‘Minimal Stuffing’, which continues with a similar aesthetic, allowing intricate acoustic guitars and sweeping electronics to create a sense of vividness.
Track three ‘Strandzha’ begins with mantra vocals, artistic percussion and illumining guitars, as the song explores elements of world music. Following that is the fourth track ‘Tommy Franklin’, which blends fundamentals of modern pop music with unique layers of syncopated instrumentation that pulse and swell before the song transitions into the conversant fifth track ‘Over and Over’. Oscillating synthesisers blend with sedative vocals to showcase Tijuana Cartel’s chemistry and skill in a euphoric way.
Penultimate track ‘Ishkur’ crescendos into a defying fusion of bass-heavy dance elements, as the instrumental flows into final track ‘Middle Something’, with high energy percussion and frenzied guitars. As terraced layers of instruments rise and fall from the mix, the song profusely hauls towards its finale, capping off a comprehensive record of tentative psychedelic music that excels with wistful capacities.
To support the release, Tijuana Cartel will be embarking on a monumental album tour, appearing in multiple capital cities and regional Australian towns. This continues on from previous persistent touring schedules, performing internationally, numerous sold-out headline tours and appearances at prominent festivals including Falls Festival, Splendour in the Grass, Subsonic Music Festival and Nannup Music Festival.
Singles off ‘Acid Pony’ have been widely embraced by the likes of Australian radio stations triple j, triple j Unearthed, Double J, 3RRR, 2SER, Radio Adelaide, 4ZZZ, and RTR FM. They’ve also received support from tastemaker blogs Clash Magazine (UK), Indie Shuffle (ZAF), This Song Is Sick (USA), Pilerats, Acid Stag, The Music, Forte Mag, AAA Backstage and Something You Said.
‘Acid Pony’ is available worldwide now
TIJUANA CARTEL
‘ACID PONY’ TOUR
All tickets on sale via tijuanacartel.com
SAT JUN 12 | THE STABLES BY WILD HORSES, MELBOURNE VIC
SAT JUN 19 | BYRON BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL, BYRON BAY NSW
FRI JUL 2 | THE ZOO, BRISBANE QLD
SAT JUL 3 | MIAMI MARKETTA, GOLD COAST QLD
FRI JUL 9 | THE BASEMENT, CANBERRA ACT
SAT JUL 10 | MARLIN HOTEL, ULLADULLA NSW
SUN JUL 11 | LA LA LA’S, WOOLLONGONG NSW
SAT JUL 17 | MARY’S UNDERGROUND, SYDNEY NSW
SUN JUL 18 | THE RHYTHM HUT, GOSFORD NSW
SAT JUL 31 | ROOTBOUND FESTIVAL, RAVENSHOE QLD
SUN AUG 1 | PORT DOUGLAS YACHT CLUB, PORT DOUGLAS QLD
FRI AUG 6 | EARP DISTILLERY, NEWCASTLE NSW
SAT AUG 7 | NARABEEN RSL, NSW
THU AUG 12 | SOOKI LOUNGE, BELGRAVE VIC
FRI AUG 13 | THE HOWLER, MELBOURNE VIC
SAT AUG 14 | THE BRIDGE HOTEL, CASTLEMAINE VIC
SUN AUG 15 | THE BARWON CLUB, GEELONG VIC
SAT AUG 28 | FEDERAL HOTEL, BELLINGEN NSW
FRI SEPT 17 | SETTLERS TAVERN, MARGARET RIVER WA
SAT SEPT 18 | FREO SOCIAL, FREMANTLE WA
SUN SEPT 19 | INDIAN OCEAN HOTEL, SCARBOROUGH WA
SAT OCT 2 | THE ROEY, BROOME WA
FRI OCT 8 | ROYAL OAK, LAUNCESTON TAS
SAT OCT 9 | UNI BAR, HOBART TAS
* More dates to be announced
Album Track Listing:
1. Sufi
2. Minimal Stuffing
3. Strandzha
4. Tommy Franklin
5. Over and Over
6. Ishkur
7. Middle Something
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Perry P, a fairly new name to the hip hop scene in Australia, once again brings some heat to the table with his newest record ‘On The Low’. It comes two short months after his well received second single ‘6IXTY P.’, which debuted on Spotify’s prominent Drip and Mellow Styles playlists.
‘On The Low’, like the Perth artist’s previous music, fuses melodic and energetic vibes, creating an upbeat record fit for fans of the hip hop genre. Perry P cleverly takes advantage of autotune in his vocal performance to maintain the mood over the whole record, while the bass heavy instrumental by MiddieBeats complements the energy throughout the song.
Perry P uses his music as an outlet to put his manifestations out to the world, and talk about his journey through life. ‘On The Low’ is yet another chapter where the artist portrays his quiet grind with the team that he started his journey with.
“To me it’s a realisation that the life I wanna live is only a step away, that all the work being put in will soon pay off in the biggest ways. The title ‘On The Low’ represents the quiet grind I’ve been on to make things happen, me having my head down trying to piece things together, and that I won’t allow any outside thoughts and opinions to enter my inner matrix on my way up.”
Perry P may be a new name in Australian hip hop, but he is definitely one to watch! ‘On The Low’ is now available on all streaming platforms.
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ABOUT PERRY P
Hailing from Perth, Australia, not many have a style and cadence as unique as his when compared to his peers within the city. Influenced by this generation’s melodic rap wave, Perry has found ways to bend and push his auto tune driven sound to new bounds, most notably in his first release “Starr Alpha”, a haunting divergent track filled with surprises aimed to give you an outer world experience.
Only new to the scene Perry has already taken his artistry to new heights, recently dropping a highly anticipated track in “6IXTY P”, an energetic piece with production lead by fellow label head and producer 6iixty, and setting the bar for how to come onto a feature on “Pull Up” by artist Kayps, another Perth local.
With limited discography, not much needs to be added as the current music speaks entirely for itself, we only join the journey of this rising talent as he steps forward to lead the charge for all music goers like himself, watch close as one of the fastest rising rappers from the west coast of Australia leaves his imprint on the game.
“The best way I can describe it is, imagine yourself in a space shuttle swerving through meteors at light speed, but everything you hear sounds like an echo and far away, even if it’s right next to your ear. At the same time your booster is powered by a 24 inch chrome spinner with a sub attached to it powered by koolaid, that’s me, that’s Perry P.”
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Telenova – Tranquilize EP Tour Dates
Friday 20 August – Black Bear Lodge, Brisbane
Saturday 21 August – The Lab, Adelaide
Saturday 28 August – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne
Friday 10 September – Lansdowne Hotel, Sydney
Tickets on sale Friday 4th June via telenovamusic.com
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Where are you currently based?
Hey there, I’ve been back and forth between New York City and Los Angeles for many years and have finally settled permanently on the west coast. Due to some unforeseen circumstances during the pandemic, I moved my studio to Ojai – about 90 minutes north of LA. It’s a beautiful area. Very peaceful.
How does the sound of your new album Refolded – Waving at Airplanes Remixes differ from the original Waving At Airplanes album?
For the original album, I set up parameters to use specific sound sources which were a modular synth, piano and some acoustic guitar. I wanted the tracks to have a continuous, sonic thread beyond the vocals of Natalie Walker and Merz. For the new remixes, we had the freedom to experiment with different musical styles so, while the originals are somewhat subdued, the remixes are more immediate, beat-heavy, and venture into some darker territory.
What initially inspired you to remix the album?
The pandemic put a halt on in-person collaborations so I thought a great project would be to revisit the songs from Waving At Airplanes and come up with some new interpretations. Normally, I would farm out the remixes to other producers, but I was playing around with the vocal tracks and was really keen on doing some myself. I asked Mike Lindsay if he wanted to remix one of the songs and he was up for it so I was thrilled to have him involved.
How did the collaboration between Natalie Walker and Merz come about, and how do the two feature on the album?
I worked with both Natalie and Merz way back on the Dive Index album, Mid/Air which was a wonderful collaboration. They both are phenomenal talents and I was so honored to work with them again on Waving At Airplanes. I sent them both a handful of demos and they picked multiple songs so the album ended up being just the two of them. We alternated the track order – Natalie, then Merz and so on – which created a nice dialog between their voices. As far as the remix album, it really came down to which vocals were ‘remix-able’, if that makes sense. And some worked better than others so the selections came together organically.
Can you tell us a bit about the original production of the EP?
Since I used mostly modular synth, piano and acoustic guitar on the original versions, I made a conscious decision not to use those instruments at all for the remixes. This was to make sure there was a clear distinction of sound sources used for each version. When I was packing up my studio to move, I rediscovered a few pieces of gear that I haven’t used in quite a while. Mostly analog synths from the 80s like a Roland JX3P and an Oberheim Xpander. It was great to get reacquainted with these old friends.
What’s the creative process like behind a Dive Index release, and how does this differ from your other projects such as Plumbline?
Plumbline is primarily an instrumental project and Dive Index is vocal oriented with somewhat traditional song structures so that’s the main difference between the two. Working on Plumbline material is more of a solo affair, except when working with Roger Eno. And since I know the Dive Index songs will ultimately have a vocal track, I have to approach those songs with that in mind and leave room for the voice within the sonic space.
What are your favourite tracks from the new album, and why?
Oh geez, that’s like asking a parent which kid they like best. I know this isn’t fair, but I truly like each one for different reasons. And the ones that I felt weren’t working, didn’t make the cut. Now that said, Mike Lindsay’s remix of ‘She’s Exploding’ is certainly a stand out for me simply because Mike took it to a place that I wouldn’t normally go. And it’s wonderful to get lost in all of his sounds.
What does the rest of 2021 hold for Dive Index?
I hope we can do some shows in the fall. Nothing is booked at the moment but thankfully things are opening up so live music is alive and well. Finally!
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Today, Harkness will release “The Occasion” – a completely enigmatic tune that showcases the talents of what some people call the art-rock Daft Punk of Canada!
Using a pallet of instruments as diverse as tuba and steel drums, all radiating over upbeat grooves – his sound utilizes colorful cascading vocal harmonies, electric guitars and incredible arrangements. Musically speaking he sings, plays guitar, bass, piano and drums and also produces everything himself. He counts Prince and Todd Rundgren, both of whom also worked this way, as major inspirations. Listening to Harkness though, it is more likely that Soft Bulletin era Flaming Lips, Tame Impala and Jellyfish will come to mind.
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Georgia’ for those who might be coming to the band for the first time – how do you think this song represents the central core of the McDermott & North sound?
I would say that the sound of ‘Georgia’ is more of a change of pace with our sound. It’s a song you could slow dance to. It’s intimate, slow and romantic.
Can you tell us a bit about how the genesis of the song has matched the final result?
When we first wrote the song it was much slower and on an acoustic guitar. It has definitely changed a lot since the original version, hopefully for the best.
What significance does this song in particular hold for you as a songwriter now?
This song is significant because it was the beginning of a run of Bluesy-sounding songs. After writing Georgia, we went on to write a bunch of songs with the same Blues rhythm and feel.
As an indicator of what we’re still to hear from McDermott & North – what makes ‘Georgia’ such strong single to lead into this new chapter with?
It’s a strong single for the new chapter because it’s a taste of something different. We’re trying to keep our sound as diverse as possible through different types of songs.
What was 2020 like for the two of you creatively? How did you find navigating that last year as a duo?
We spent a lot of time in our van busking around Australia, going to small country towns, so we were fortunate to spend a lot of time playing in front of people even if that was just busking. We also spent a lot of time writing while in lockdown, which is always nice.
Had you been listening to any particular artist / band who has influenced you throughout the last year?
Not too many new artists to be honest, besides Phoebe Bridgers. We have been listening to a lot of her stuff. Her lyrics are pretty potent while also being tongue in cheek, it’s a pretty effective mix I feel. We constantly find ourselves drawing from the 60/70s and still finding some brilliant bands we haven’t heard before.
What do you think you learned about yourself as a songwriter and about one another as a group?
The importance of perseverance as an artist! It has been inspiring to watch the industry quickly adapt to the unprecedented state of the world during the pandemic, as well as the rebirth of the local music scene and gigs.
What’s exciting you about new music moving forward into 2021?
I think what we’re most excited about is getting out there and playing some live gigs around the country, playing our music to new audiences. As for new music, we have a few tunes up our sleeves, and we’re going into the studio with some exciting people too! We’re truly excited to share it all with you when it’s done, we think it’s going to be a great year.
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When and how did you first get into making music?
I first got into rapping at 7 years old, my sister was the one who convinced me to do it. Music had been around my family since I can remember so when it came to making it, it was second nature, it helped that I used to mimic all the rappers I saw on tv, that’s where I got my style and swag from and copied everything they did. Otherwise when it came to writing and recording my sister played a big part in that.
How would you describe your music style to someone who doesn’t know You?
I would say my style is very melodic and energetic with most songs, I use auto tune in ways to captivate and maintain a particular mood whether it’s dark or uptempo. A lot of the tracks I’ve been recording today just seem to be very catchy and easy to remember, something that goes a long way especially when made simple. In other ways my sound is very out there, I like to experiment with everything.
The best way I can describe it is, imagine yourself in a space shuttle swerving through meteors at light speed, but everything you hear sounds like an echo and far away, even if it’s right next to your ear. At the same time your booster is powered by a 24 inch chrome spinner with a sub attached to it powered by koolaid, that’s me, that’s Perry P.
Your new single ‘On The Low’ comes out on the 4th of June, what does the song mean to you?
To me it’s a realisation that the life I wanna live is only a step away, that all the work being put in will soon pay off in the biggest ways. Throughout a lot of my songs, this track in particular I manifest and speak all of the things I want to happen in life into existence.
The title ‘On The Low’ represents the quiet grind I’ve been on to make things happen, me having my head down trying to piece things together, and that I won’t allow any outside thoughts and opinions to enter my inner matrix on my way up.
Another good example of this is the cover art, a young me with a crown on my head, meaning whatever successes happen, it was meant to. Shoutout to Ish for coming through with the sketch. .
What’s the first song you remember liking?
The first song I remember liking is Black and Yellow by Wiz Khalifa. There are plenty that I liked before that but this particular track hit me in a different way. I was around 7 or 8 when I first came across it, to this day it remains my favourite song of all time.
Who are your biggest influences?
I could go on and on if I was to really name all of my musical influences but growing up I was listening to every genre there was, not just hip hop, but in this case the ones that
influence my music the most today are, Kendrick, Schoolboy Q, Travis Scott and drake. They all influence me in a different way, whether it be on delivery, style or flow.
I’m one of those people that really listen to music, not just listen, if you know what I mean. I guess it’s just the musical ear I’ve been given, being able to pay attention to the small and minor details and learn how to take and then turn them into my own thing. I really study the ones that come before me, it’s helped me evolve into the artist I am today, so I’ll always be learning, from Adele to Jay Z, my thoughts will always be focused on how the great ones did it and how I can apply that to myself and be better.
Who is Perry P outside of the music game?
Perry is a pretty quiet and private guy to say the least, just a hardworking lowkey individual. That changes when I’m around my friends though, I turn into a demon at times, especially if there’s loud music playing, crazy energy that can’t be tamed, it’s just my thing. But I’m your average joe, get along with everyone and just like to have a good time. One thing I pride myself on is bringing up the mood of the people around me, no matter the time or place. So if you ever find yourself in the same vicinity as me, gear up for action.
What’s your outlook on Australia’s music scene at the moment?
For a while now I’ve felt that the scene in Australia is gonna be crazy once it pops off, in my mind all it’s gonna take is for one person to really take off and that’s gonna open doors for so many others, especially within Perth. Right now we are doing our thing but it’s not yet at that stage where we’ve got the world’s attention on us, that’s what we’re striving for. Collectively we are destined to do amazing things and individually there are key names to look out for.
Personally within my city, besides myself I feel like those guys are Young Pascal, Yourboymars, Trapboii and Nabiiou$, just to name a few, guys I see really pushing the bar, these are my peers so when I see them doing well it only motivates me. Give it a few years and Australia is gonna be a hotspot, I truly believe that!
Who do you want to work with in the future?
There are plenty of people I want to work with in future but to be honest I’m more excited to work with the same guys I’ve been working with currently, five years from now and onwards. Coming up with the same people you started with is a different feeling when you’re all together at the top, something I can’t wait for.
Any shoutouts….
Shoutout to my mum for keeping my head straight and my siblings for playing MTV everyday when I was a kid, I took notes, now it’s about to take us a long way.
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‘ON THE LOW’ by Perry P will be out on all streaming platforms on 4th June, 2021.