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November 2022

1300 COLLABORATE WITH SOLLYY ON NEW SINGLE ‘CARDIO!’ PLAYING SPILT MILK, FALLS FESTIVAL + MORE THIS SUMMER

by the partae November 23, 2022

written by the partae

Photo by Raghav Rampal + Elijah Flores

ACCLAIM FOR 1300

FBi Radio Album Of The Week
SYN Radio Local Album Of The Week

Feature Artist
triple j Unearthed

“Reshaping the local hip hop landscape”
triple j

“Australian-Korean rappers 1300 hit the big time”
The Guardian

“Their music evades simple definition – it’s a mix of hip-hop, punk, pop
and more. Above all, though, it’s highly danceable”
The Sydney Morning Herald

“Don’t try to describe their sound. Just enjoy it.”
VICE Australia

“From their inception, 1300 have steadily showcased a multifaceted
approach to modern hip-hop”
NME Australia

“Rapping in both Korean and English, it’s an impressive, totally magnetic display”
PAPER Magazine

“Sydney’s 1300 are making a lot of noise, and I like it, you know,
like, like-like it, like love it actually”
Complex AU

“With bilingual lyrics, slick flows, and an almost never-ending sense of movement
in each and every bar, 1300 are a truly inimitable creation that defies categorisation”
Rolling Stone Australia

“You need to watch 1300 tear through ‘Gangnam Style’ on Like A Version”
Junkee

“If you need a real musical kick up the ass today or something to get your brain
firmly locked into Friday Mode, this run at “Gangnam Style” from 1300
is absolutely perfect for that”
Pedestrian TV

“Founded in a garage in Sydney’s West, 1300 subverts expectations of
what a Korean rap group should be”
Acclaim

Following the release of their debut mixtape, Foreign Language, 1300 debut their collaboration with producer SOLLYY in their new track, ‘CARDIO!’. LISTEN HERE.

‘CARDIO!‘ diverges from their mashed-up hip-hop electronic sound to a more trap-fixated beat courtesy of SOLLYY, whilst still maintaining their sharp Korean-English raps, lively breaks and perfectly timed drops. The production of the track is clean and sonically transformative, weaving between booming bassline synths and explosive, echoing group vocals. On brand for 1300, ‘CARDIO!’ showcases each of their talents in an exchange of slick verses and beats. The track promises a party season favourite, boasting potential for energetic live performance and audience engagement, much in line with the mosh-appeal atmosphere of their shows.

The collaboration between 1300 and SOLLYY originated through a quick Instagram callout – an instance where SOLLYY shared an unnamed beat to his social media page and 1300 joined in the further production of following the post, bringing their combined essence to the tune.

1300 have taken a more tongue-in-cheek approach to the track, drawing from the fan feedback on how their music is listened to in gym settings, “We thought it’d be funny to make a song called ‘Cardio’ because we all don’t do any exercise at all. We’re like asthmatic, don’t do any exercise, don’t do cardio ever.”

Since the release of their debut mixtape in April 1300 have performed live across Korea, playing in esteemed venues including Value and Henz Club, as well as Seoul Community Radio’s HAJODAZE YANGYANG Festival. The collective have played alongside acclaimed hip-hop acts including Paloalto, Lil Boi, Ugly Duck, APRO, and Nucksal, teasing the chance of exciting new collaborations with international acts in the future. 1300 have been nominated for the Australian Music Prize, and more recently for FBi Radio SMAC Awards for Record of the Year (Foreign Language) and Best Video for their track ‘Oldboy’. They’ll be soon taking the stage this summer, with upcoming multi-hyphenate appearances at Falls Festival, Spilt Milk, Lost Paradise and Dream Machine Bali. All dates BELOW.

‘CARDIO!‘ is out now, buy/stream it here.

TOUR DATES
Sat 26 Nov – Spilt Milk Festival – Ngunnawal / Canberra
Sat 3 Dec – Spilt Milk Festival – Wadawurrung / Ballarat
Sun 4 Dec – Spilt Milk Festival – Ngarangwal / Gold Coast
Thu Dec 29 – Falls Festival – Naarm / Melbourne
Dec 28 – Jan 1 – Lost Paradise Festival – Glenworth Valley
Sun Jan 1 – Falls Festival – Arakwal / Byron Bay
Sun Jan 8 – Falls Festival – Walyalup / Fremantle
Sun Feb 12 – Party in the Paddock – Tyerenotepanner; Panninher
and Lettermairrener Land / Launceston
Thu 8 – Mon 12 June – Dream Machine Festival – Bali

Stay connected with 1300:
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November 23, 2022 0 comments

BIG SKEEZ ROUNDS OFF 2022 WITH NEW AMAPIANO ANTHEM ‘WORK DON’T STOP OUT NOW VIA NLV RECORDS + ON TOUR WITH ALLDAY THIS NOV – DEC

by the partae November 23, 2022

written by the partae

Photo by Richmond Kobla Dido

PRAISE FOR BIG SKEEZ

“Big Skeez’s wavy, mellow and smooth releases are forcing the Australian music guard
to take notice. We won’t be shocked when he achieves this and more”
Vogue Australia

“A melting pot of style, resulting in a party-ready anthem”
Acclaim Magazine

“A thrilling ode to culture”
Life Without Andy

“They break down cultural barriers with their collaborations”
Purple Sneakers

“An absolute moment”
MTV Australia

Big Skeez today drops his final release for 2022 with ‘Work Don’t Stop’, out via his longtime home on NLV Records. LISTEN HERE + WATCH THE VISUALISER HERE.

‘Work Don’t Stop’ is another contagious listen from Big Skeez, pulling together his acclaimed approach to elements of amapiano and afrobeat that further cements his ability to move between musical identities. Navigating the characteristics of ongoing determination in both music and everyday life, the track is a rousing production backed by casual vocals, swirling with bold log drum basslines and an elevating hook.

Produced by Nigerian-based Arieenati and OG Sterling and with additional production by frequent collaborator Swick, Big Skeez shares the track’s inception, “This track is about self-motivation. The song speaks about my own past life situations, but how I strive to go on. “Work Don’t Stop” defines me, pushing myself and driving from what’s within, it won’t let you stop doing what you do best and achieving all your goals.”

The release of ‘Work Don’t Stop’ follows Big Skeez’s recent narration and soundtracking of the Western Sydney Wanderers, where he performed his single ‘Up’ in the launch, speaking to the mentality and attitude of the people in Western Sydney. It also comes off the back off his Shazam charting Human Movement-collaboration ‘House Check’ and impressive BIGSOUND run, which drew attention across local tastemakers: “There was so much to love about Big Skeez’s high energy performances, proving that he’s a crucial part of an exciting and growing scene in Australia” (triple j); “his bars are every bit as good as his ability to hype the crowd” (Double J); and “equipped with more than enough physical oomph to get a dance floor moving” (Music Feeds) amongst others.

Big Skeez‘s music is in constant conversation with his roots, whether they lay in Africa or in Dharawal Land / Western Sydney. This proud sense of being simultaneously from and for a community still pulses tangibly through every aspect of his music, offering a decidedly different light to the surfeit of music that is currently emanating from his hometown. On the single’s visuals, Big Skeez collaborated with photographer Richmond Kobla Dido, frequent collaborator Murli Dhir and creative director Basjia Almaan to bring together an all-Sudanese cast. Almaan shares, “It is imperative that black artists are seen, heard, and celebrated in this country. Black culture is at the centre of music and art. Mainstream trends are modelled off black people, the style, the steez, the hair, the WOMEN, are the blueprint and rarely do black people get credit or recognition. It was important that this art celebrated that, celebrated the culture and those who are a part of it and continue to create it”.

Having drip-fed singles including ‘No Trace’, ‘Where Yuh From (with Gold Fang)’ and ‘Bang’, his sound is immersed in the sounds of Africa, Afrobeat, Dancehall, Reggae, and R&B, studied from his parents and “borrowed” from older siblings; the result is a wavy, melodically-driven Afro Swing iteration entirely his own, livelier, more vibrant and upbeat, standing alongside global stars J Hus, Pa Salieu, Burna Boy and others.

Big Skeez will be taking his vivacious live performance to stages across the country in support of Allday’s tour, alongside an appearance at ON3’s Local Produce Block Party in December. Dates and more information can be found BELOW.

‘Work Don’t Stop’ is out now via NLV Records, buy/stream it here.

TOUR DATES
Thu 24 Nov – Magnums – Ngaro Land / Airlie Beach, QLD*
Fri 25 Nov – The Warehouse – Bindal and Wulgurukaba Land / Townsville, QLD*
Sat 26 Nov – Edge Hill Tavern – Yirragangi Land / Cairns, QLD*
Thu 1 Dec – Allday Support, Mayberry Darwin – Larrakia / Darwin, NT*
Sat 3 Dec – ON3 Local Produce Block Party – Naarm / Melbourne, VIC
Fri 9 Dec – Beer Deluxe Albury – Wiradjuri / Albury, NSW*
Sat 10 Dec – Kambri – ANU – Ngunnawal / Canberra, ACT*

*supporting Allday

November 23, 2022 0 comments

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Sunset Bros and 15grams Give a Fresh Hard Dance Spin To Dirty Vegas’s Club Classic “Days Go By.” Out Now on Timmy Trumpet’s SINPHONY

by the partae November 23, 2022

written by the partae

Artists: Sunset Bros & 15grams
Title: Days Go By
Label: SINPHONY

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Australian duo Sunset Bros and their fellow Aussie producer 15grams join forces to remake one of house music’s favorite classics, “Days Go By” by Dirty Vegas. It’s quite a bold move to remake this Grammy-winning track, but their version breathes fresh life into this timeless club classic. Featuring emotive female vocals and an amped-up drop with a deep and driving bassline, the new rendition of “Days Go By” is a heavy-hitting dancefloor thriller. 15grams recently debuted on Timmy Trumpet‘s SINPHONY label with his fusion of bold tech-house sounds and made some serious noise on such other labels as RCA / Famouz Records, Monstercat, and Bourne Records of Will Sparks, while Sunset Bros have previously released on Universal Music, Xploded, Cinematik. Check out quotes from the artists below and press play for a modern take on “Days Go By:”

“Joining forces with Adriano and Glen (Sunset Bros) was a great experience. We turned this song into a main room techno anthem combining both our production styles” – 15grams

“‘Days Go By‘ has been a classic track we loved from the moment we heard it back in the early 2000s. The story in the original video clip was so fascinating and different; it really hits you in the feels. Recently when 15grams showed us the cover he got recorded, I fell in love with it and said, “That’s an absolute yes!“. It’s an honor to do a new version of this timeless classic, and we hope you enjoy the journey!” – Sunset Bros

15grams

Established Australian recording artist Brendan Mosca AKA 15grams, has toured internationally from Vegas to Mykonos and all in between. Supporting some of the biggest artists in the world, such as Axwell, Martin Garrix, Hardwell, and the one and only Avicii, to name a few. His unique style with blends of vocal tech house and Brazilian bass, his performances as a DJ & hype man, have earned him residencies at iconic global nightlife destinations such as Marquee, Sydney and Paradise Club, Mykonos. In an unprecedented pivotal year for the music industry, Brendan took 2020 on as an opportunity to hone his skills as a producer and identify with the sounds that mean the most to him as an artist. A few projects later and 15grams signed a major label deal with Famouz Records, a JV with Sony Music – the pinnacle region for any recording artists’ success in Europe and has not looked back since. Now being featured in some of the biggest Spotify curated playlists on the platform and compelling video clips on YouTube, the hypnotic hooks of 15grams are climbing their way onto airwaves and beyond. With a brief history boasting plenty of support in his home country by promoters and artists alike, 15grams weighs in on the international dance scene in a big way. Dipping his feet into reality television, Brendan‘s global fan base is stepping into a whole new realm and definitely not the artist to sleep on.

Sunset Bros

Very few producers can achieve career longevity. Then again, very few producers make an impact as lasting as Sunset Bros‘. With their crisp production, infectious melodies, and a penchant for tasteful selection, it’s no surprise that they have carved a reputation as a pioneering act in their field. Hailing from Sydney, Australia, the duo has filled dancefloors across the world with their distinct sound – a fusion of NRG, house, techno, and trance that’s made them a household name in modern dance music. Over the course of their 15-year career, the Sunset Bros have released a slew of remixes for acts such as the Black Eyed Peas, Fedde Le Grand, Vengaboys, Bob Sinclair, and Cascada. 2017 proved to be a milestone year of their career, with the release of their viral hit single, “I’m Feeling It (In The Air).” Sunset Bros found themselves landing monumental playlist wins across Spotify and Apple Music, including peaking at #5 on Spotify UK‘s “Massive Dance Hits” and landing on major Apple Music dance playlists such as “A-List Dance” and “Dance Workout.” To date, the track has amassed over 30M streams on Spotify alone and has earned the duo a 2 x Platinum IRMA certification. With radio support around the world – including BBC Radio 1, “I’m Feeling It” is undoubtedly the breakthrough single synonymous with the Sunset Bros brand. The aforementioned remix has even taken on a nominal lifeform of its own, becoming a staple in DJ sets across the globe, including Armin Van Buuren‘s – who admitted that the track was his favorite tune of 2018. It was a high note for the duo’s touring books, which saw them debut their “We Are Sunset” hard-ticketed concert show to a sold-out Enmore Theatre in Sydney. The pair went on to sell out a staggering 13 Sydney shows in a row – including 5 x Marquee Sydney, 3 x Ivy Club, and 3 x Metro Theatre shows. The boys have built quite an impressive profile internationally, too – pulling in record numbers at the esteemed Mykonos‘ Cavo Paradiso and Havana‘s Tropicana Club; whilst also embarking on a triple sold-out UK/ Ireland tour. And if it’s any indication that the crowds can’t get enough of the Sunset Bros, the duo’s phenomenal touring history has landed them some coveted festival appearances such as Creamfields 2018, and most recently, the inaugural Ultra Australia 2019, which saw them electrify thousands on the main stage across both Sydney and Melbourne weekends. The future is paramount for the Sunset Bros; with new singles, remixes, and even bigger shows to come, all to make a mark on their undying legacy.

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November 23, 2022 0 comments

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Carly Reirson ‘Aurora’ Premiere

by the partae November 21, 2022

written by the partae

Born and raised in Leduc, AB, singer-songwriter Carly Reirson captivates audiences with her soaring melodies and honest lyrics. Whether it is love or heartache, Reirson’s “sad-folk” songs take you on a journey through the world of human emotion. Inspired by artists such as Brandi Carlile, Sara Bareilles, and Rose Cousins, her smooth, yet edgy voice brings you face to face with your own feelings as she shares her stories of love, loss and loneliness.

Reirson has spent the last six years immersed in songwriting, penning the tracks for her upcoming album, Diary of a Beating Heart. The first single from the new album, “Aurora,” is a soothing, atmospheric folk song about one of nature’s beauties – the Northern Lights. Written by Reirson and produced by multiple award-winning producer, Murray Pulver (CCMA, WCMA, Canadian Folk, and JUNO), the track features rolling guitar and poetic lyrics that invite listeners to wrap themselves up in the warm tones and smooth melodies of the song.”Growing up in the Alberta prairies, I was always captivated by the Northern Lights. With the guitar motif already written, the imagery that the Aurora Borealis conjured up in my mind came easily. Working with Murray, we were able to capture the magic of the music and lyrics to create a track with timeless sound and universal appeal.”

Reirson first made her mark on the national music scene in 2016 with her debut EP, Fantasy. The project received two nominations at the 2017 Calgary Music Awards for Blues Recording of the Year and Female Artist of the Year. In 2018, her single “Crooner Sing To Me” won the YYCMA Award for Blues Recording of the Year. No stranger to the stage, Reirson has played over 100 shows to date, including five headlining tours throughout Western Canada. Having a rare ability to connect with audiences, Reirson’s upcoming songs continue to showcase her passion for vulnerability in her music.

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November 21, 2022 0 comments

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Kora

by the partae November 20, 2022

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Where are you currently based?

We are based literally all over the country. Dan lives in Queenstown, Darren in Wellington, Stu in Waimana/Whakatane, Fran in Papamoa, Richie in Waihi, Marika and Karlos in Auckland.

What’s the NZ music scene like at the moment?

There is some amazing stuff coming out of NZ at the moment. The music scene is in a very healthy place but I think it’s fair to say that the live music scene is heavily saturated, especially over the summer. For a small nation there is a huge amount of music festivals, international acts, and everything else in between.

How did Kora form?

Kora first began its roots in Queenstown with original members Laughton and Dan. The group properly gained its momentum in Wellington with brothers Fran, Brad and Stu joining. In the early 2000’s Ice TV held a competition to “win” a music video. People had the chance to vote in for their fav band to win and Kora won the most votes for their song “Politician”.

That was the official kick start to band.

What’s been happening recently?

Its been a good year of planning, recording and releasing music, as well as being part of Te Reo Maori music with Waiata Anthems.

Coming up to the summer run of gigs, we’re looking forward to playing at some of the biggest music festivals including Rhythm and Alps, Splore, HomeGrown to name a few.

Your latest single ‘Gone’ will be out on the 18th of November, what influenced the sound and songwriting?

The MPC LIVE helped to influence the making of Gone. Dan and I had a writing session in Queenstown and we actually wrote Gone in one day.

Other influences such as the upbeat drive of Womack and Womacks ‘Teardrops’ and the simplicity of Fleetwood Macs ‘Dreams’

How did you go about writing Gone?

After the foundation of the beat was locked in, I lay down the bass which was recorded straight into a D.I.

We used Dans Logic Synthesizer to lay down the bell pads.

Dan had some dance samples in Ableton which we added to give it a bit of a disco dance vibes.

I had a story that I thought would be great for the song, so we quickly grabbed a couple of acoustic panels and set up Dans lounge as the recording booth. We then busted the vocals out in Dans lounge before the idea was lost.

I later added some acoustic and electric guitar and boom that was the creation of ‘Gone”

Where and when did you record/produce/master and who did you work with?

Everything apart from mastering was recorded and produced by Dan and Myself at home.

We recorded the song about a year and a half back and most of it was tracked at Dans house in Queenstown. I did the guitars in my garage in Papamoa.

We both mixed it down at home, then sent it to get stem Mastered in the states. I cant remember the name of the mastering company tho?

How did you approach the recording process?

To be honest, it was one of those songs that made itself.

Who are your favourite NZ bands at the moment?

Shapeshifter, LAB, Rob Ruha, Troy Kingi, FFD, LADI6, The list goes on.

Who are you listening to?

I listen to all music however I really love Tiny Desk Projects because there is something magical about having a stripped back performance which feels more personal and vulnerable.

Pino Palladino and Blake Mills Tiny Desk is just magic.

What do you like to do away from music?

Surfing, Eating way too much, looking after the kids, random mid week drinking with our friends, and Binge watching TV shows with my partner.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2022 going into 2023?

We are playing the countdown for New Years Rhythm and Alps in Wanaka which is a spectacular part of the world.

We’ve just come off doing a massive show with Six60 and have another show with them in March.

More gigs and festivals, More recording sessions, more releases next year.

Favourite food and place to hangout?

Food Places: BBQ Noodle house (Mt Albert Auckland), KC Cafe (Courtenay Place Wellington), Izakai (Bayfair Mt Maunganui), Family Special Korean (Hamilton), Bhan mi caphe (Hamilton), Bobby’s Seafood (Tauranga).

I don’t really hangout anywhere but on the odd occasion will have a beer at our local pubs The Flying Mullet and The Island (Papamoa).

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November 20, 2022 0 comments

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KORA releases fresh soulful R&B jam ‘GONE’

by the partae November 20, 2022

written by the partae

Photo by: Tom Grut

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A composition that strides hard with emotional lyrics and rousing R&B rhythms, KORA’s new song ‘Gone’ is a classic piece of broken-hearted soul that speaks of someone coming to terms with the end of a romance, and that person’s struggle to save a doomed relationship.

A blend of timeless keys, acoustic guitars, groovy drums, and mellow bass creates a song that could be a hit in any decade. The song has been a live favourite in KORA sets since the summer of 2021/2022 and is a hotly anticipated release.

“The inspiration for this song is simply life. The highs and lows of love and loss have been sung about since the beginning of time, but how we come out the other side is the journey that makes us stronger.” KORA

‘Gone’ was recorded by the band and mixed by Scott Banks (Snavs, Bruno Martini) at Studio DMI in Tauranga, Aotearoa New Zealand. The track follows up their recent single ‘All You Need’ which garnered playlist support across Spotify (NMF, Island Time, The Local List), and Youtube’s “Top Songs Of The Week.”

“Gone is a jam we worked on during lockdown, sending stems backwards and forward between us from Papamoa to Queenstown, the North Island to the South! The video kept being pushed back by lockdowns and travel restrictions, and then when those ended there was no snow…so it’s been a patient process realising our vision on this one. The mix was done by Scott Banks @ Studio DMI out in Las Vegas, and he has kept it smooth and buttery.” KORA

The accompanying video was directed by acclaimed cinematographer Heath Patterson and filmed in beautiful Queenstown, Aotearoa New Zealand. Daniel showcases in the video that there can be rhythm with the blues, and there is nothing wrong with dancing your sorrows away while you look to new horizons for the next mountain to climb. “The video is filmed in my backyard, a special place and a home to the band, where the song was written and recorded. A spiritual journey to find your groove and soul after a painful breakup.” Daniel McGruer, KORA

KORA are a 5 piece contemporary mostly family affair reggae act from New Zealand that formed in the 1990’s. Kora’s unique and eclectic blend of music has passed 50 million streams on Spotify and they have amassed 205K+ followers. They are household names in New Zealand with multiple platinum selling albums, and they’ve cemented themselves as one of the nation’s finest live acts. In Aotearoa, Kora has been seen at Big Day Out, Rhythm & Vines, WOMAD, Coromandel Gold, Homegrown, and Splore. Internationally, their touring highlights include London and Scotland with Crazy P & Norman J, a sell-out at London’s Shepherd’s Bush Empire, WOMAD UK, Snowsplash (Japan), Sierra Nevada World Music Festival (USA), and Mosaic Festival (Singapore).

Closer to home, they have performed at Australia’s WOMADelaide, Pyramid Rock, Playground, Fresh Fest, and Quicksilver Pro music festivals.

Throughout the COVID era, Kora has continued writing and performing at Aotearoa’s biggest festivals. Summer 2021-2022 saw Kora play Rhythm & Alps, Soundsplash, and Sundown among the COVID-impacted live music circuit. In May 2022, Kora headlined Australia’s Gold Coast’s inaugural Good Love Festival.

PRAISE FOR KORA

“Equal parts exhilaration and exhortation, ‘Secret Lover’ is a tune that entices the listener to relax and revel in the thrill of attraction.”

SCOOP

“Light Years is a mix across the genres with the band capturing the well known energy of their live shows and pushing the studio envelope to create their Gold selling sophomore effort.”

TONE DEAF

“You can expect a high-energy show and tour. The boys know how to play and engage with an audience. The fans will feel like they’ve had a personal experience with the boys.”

MUSIC FEEDS

GONE is out on Friday 18 November

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November 20, 2022 0 comments

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Jasper Tygner gives a taste of forthcoming four tracker ‘Real Time’ (LG105) with first single ‘Deny It’

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

The single follows his recent debut sold-out live show at Peckham Audio

Previous support from Pete Tong, Jamz Supernova, Jaguar, Sian Eleri, Clash, Beatportal ‘Radar’, Music Week, Amazon Music; early support from Bicep, Kink, Disclosure, DJ Seinfeld

Jasper Tygner, from fresh faced artist to live producer with big name support in only 2 years, releases ‘Deny It’ (November 17^th); the first single from the multi-instrumentalist’s upcoming debut EP ‘Real Time’ on alt-electronic imprint LG105 (Mall Grab, Effy, Steel City Dance Discs, Mafro, Duke Boara), due out early 2023.

‘Deny It’ drops hot on the heels of his debut sell-out live show at Peckham Audio (Nov 12^th). After early tastemaker support, he gained momentum in his home via his ‘Bedroom Rave’ Instagram videos, catching the attention of artists like Bicep, Kink, Disclosure and DJ Seinfeld along with thousands of bereft locked-down clubbers. With releases on Shall Not Fade, Silver Bear, supporting DJ Boring, Leon Vynehall, salute, O’Flynn, and a set at Field Day, Jasper is undoubtedly a name to know on the alt scene and well beyond.

Now the 20-something north London live artist’s solo project is gaining more heavyweight industry support and reaching dancers’ feet as well as listeners’ earbuds. ‘A live show has always been the goal ever since I started this project’ says Jasper. ‘To sell out the first one is pretty crazy, seeing and meeting some of the people who have supported my music from the start is going to be really gratifying’

Playing the drums from 4 and playing live extensively from 9 in jazz and orchestral genres, Tygner plays drums, keys/jazz piano. A devotee of Moog analog synths, he names UK garage, jungle and dubstep as formative influences.

Tygner also uses visuals as inspiration. ‘Deny It’ was coloured by 90s-early 00s TV shows, blurs, glitches and all, created as a ‘4 to the floor, garage track’. As well as enlisting the Moog synth family, he made his own drum sounds for the single. The track starts straight in with a cool, pitch-shifted vocal melange riffing on the title, a fast, subtly changing beat, with funky keys hopping above gut-grabbing euphoric synth chords. Dance fuel for sure.

The full four track EP promises more for the floor: ‘A lot of my early lockdown music was so headphone driven, this EP can be played out in the clubs or listened to in headphones.’ And it certainly will be, going by the new single.

Connect with Jasper Tygner on Spotify | Instagram | Soundcloud | Facebook

November 18, 2022 0 comments

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Evergreener Define Themselves With Their Resolute Debut EP ‘After Thoughts’

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

Previous Support For Evergreener

Debut single ‘Deciduous’ and ‘Sinking’ played on Triple J’s Short.Fast.Loud

“ . . . it certainly packs a punch with its inclusion of a breakdown and harsher vocals, it’s just as hard-hitting lyrically“
(Hysteria Mag) [About ‘Sinking’]

“Evergreener, have turned that notch beyond eleven with their explosive new single”
(AAA Backstage) [About ‘Deciduous’]

“What I like about their new single Deciduous is the raw energy (I love the sound of the guitars, above all), the performance (great drumming!) and the overall no-frills/straightforward attitude of the band.”
(Given To Rock) [About ‘Deciduous’]

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Naarm/Melbourne-based alternative rock/ punk outfit, Evergreener, define and solidify themselves with a resolute 4-track debut EP, ‘After Thoughts’ (out November 18).

Evergreener has come out swinging this year with their debut single ‘Deciduous’ (released May) and the release of their latest single just last month with ‘Sinking’ ahead of this 4-track EP. ‘After Thoughts’ is a fitting name for this EP as it will be bouncing around in the chambers of your skull for days after your first listen.

Utilising alt-rock guitars, 90’s post-hardcore drumming and punk vocals, ‘After Thoughts’ explores internal struggles, difficulties within relationships and indecisiveness. Evergreener provide us with their thoughts about their debut EP, ‘After Thoughts’:

“After Thoughts is a culmination of multiple different emotions which were within a chaotic, apathetic, and aggravating time-period for us. Each song takes the listener through a whirlwind of emotions from the feeling of being fed up with the way people are, the feeling of sinking into yourself and living through the eyes of someone else, being stuck in a torn-up world and trying to pick up the pieces to make them feel right again and, the exhausting fights that happen between you and a loved one even though you care about them so much.”

‘Death Waves’ opens the EP and is an upbeat punk anthem for all of those who are sick of being told how to behave. Melodic bass lines, driving drums and huge guitars push you to unapologetically cut ties with the negative people who are dragging you under.

Lead single, ‘Sinking’ embodies the feelings of being trapped in a mental chasm, living life through somebody else’s desires, unwillingly paralysed and devoid of autonomy. Evergreener utilises punk-rock distorted guitars and then breaks away for big post-hardcore breakdowns to portray the feelings of clawing out from the incarceration you’ve found yourself in.

‘Torn’ is another despair-filled track, reflecting on easier times and how we arrived at a fork in the frostbitten woods with barbed wire laid across both paths. The unusual timing of the verses creates unsteady grounds, representing the difficulties of making decisions that might affect you for the rest of your life– a modern alt/metalcore masterpiece.

The closing track, ‘No One Knows’ is a candid entry from Evergreener, exploring struggles within relationships; fighting, arguing and exhaustion from misunderstandings that shroud love and care. ‘No One Knows’ features a tasteful and emotional guitar solo that dampens the corners of your eyes. Dreamy modulated guitars and sincere vocal pleas leave you with the feeling that despite the difficulties you’re experiencing, there’s still hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Leading up to this debut EP release, Evergreener have found support from Hysteria Mag, Heavy, Eat This Music, The Punk Site, AAA Backstage as well as radio play on Triple J, Rock Rage Radio (US), Hard Rock Hell (UK), Radio Wigham (UK), Banks Radio and other community radio stations.

No thought is necessary, get into Evergreener’s debut EP, ‘After Thoughts’, on November 18.

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November 18, 2022 0 comments

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Progressive Psychedelic Trio SOMNIUM Release Their Sophomore Album ‘To Be Is To Be Perceived’

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

Previous Support For SOMNIUM

‘Isolation Island’ Music Video Added to ABC RAGE

“With this release, it places SOMNIUM on the top shelf of ones to watch in the psychedelic realm.”
(HEAVY Mag) [About ‘The Truth Set Me Free’]

“SOMNIUM will bewitch the senses and hurl you into a parallel realm with imaginative and offbeat gusto.”
(Hysteria Mag) [About ‘What Would You Be When You Die’]

“It’s sounding like King Gizzard mixed with your dad’s old record collection.”
(Declan Byrne, Triple J) [About ‘Truth Set Me Free’]

“As per their previous releases, What Would You Be When You Die carries a particular sound that can only be described as hypnotic. Featuring a wall of sound, this one is for the psychedelic purists.”
(AAA Backstage) [About ‘What Would You Be When You Die’]

“Australian outfit bring the same grooves as Tame Impala to their latest psych-rock romp”
(Mystic Sons) [ About ‘Truth Set Me Free’]

“The duo go from trance-inducing indie rock to slacker hippy prog within the space of this four and half minute windy, drifting rocker. Feel the breeze… Catch a wave… Dig it!”
(Stoner Hive) [ About ‘Truth Set Me Free’]

Stream ‘To Be Is To Be Perceived’

Brace yourself for Adelaide/Tarndanya’s trance-inducing psychedelic outfit. SOMNIUM release their sophomore album, ‘To Be Is To Be Perceived’, on November 18.

Entwining sounds from psychedelic rock, progressive rock and jazz, SOMNIUM has built a reputation for a foundation of enticing grooves, trance-inducing tremolo guitars and conceptually narrative vocals. Their psychedelic innovation has been reinforced with support slots with veterans King Gizzard, Pond, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets among many more notable acts.

Coming off the back of three singles, ‘Isolation Island’, ‘Truth Set Me Free’ and ‘What Would You Be When You Die?’, SOMNIUM are dropping their anticipated sophomore album, ‘To Be Is To Be Perceived’.

Exploring themes of love, the mind, the ego and nature, ‘To Be Is To Be Perceived’ is fundamentally about the human experience and how the mind navigates interpersonal interaction. SOMNIUM provide insight into what fueled their sophomore album:

“’To Be is Is to Be Perceived’ is an album of ego death, love, philosophy and wonder. From explosive raw energy to pretty soundscapes of introspection. We uncover groove, harmony and unite modern obscurity and a sense of nostalgia to blend a unique array of songs that have a deeper meaning the more you listen.”

Opening the album is ‘Wilderness Plants and Trees’, welcoming the listener into SOMNIUM’s world–at nature and free of the mechanical movements of civilisation.

Previously released singles ‘Truth Set Me Free’ and ‘Isolation Island’ follow, portraying trepidations of wrestling with one’s turmoil, situated in an isolated island being driven to madness.

Then, ‘4am’ explores a story of early morning escapades with a lover, finding yourself driving down deserted streets with wakefulness driven by only oxytocin and romance.

Latin-American influences bleed through with ‘Movement’, a Bossa-Nova backbone with an interesting blend of Americana guitar work and Australian psychedelic melodies that SOMNIUM are renowned for. The following track, ‘Budapest’, is a love song featuring classical guitars arpeggiating dreamy chords and infectious melodies.

Breaking things up is the intermission track ‘Olive Hop’, a unique hip hop jam with sitar-like guitar work, envelope-filtered funk bass and playful percussion work. ‘Miss Fiasco’ is a unique triple-time jazz shuffle with a chilling paranoid undertone of a trip gone wrong–or was it the trip that was needed?

‘What Would You Be When You Die?’ is the last of SOMNIUM’s singles on the record, coming in as the ninth track on the LP. ‘Pause For A Moment’ directs the listener to stop and question what’s going on. The unexpected synth lines support lyrics crafted during an intoxicated Uber ride, found in the depths of the notes app.

The album’s title track explores the unfamiliar feelings of ego death and how humans perceive rumours they’ve heard about themselves and current events–what’s real and what’s a premeditated haze?

SOMNIUM closes the record with ‘Somnicron’, a self-described rock-rave song and a goodbye to the listeners of the album. This rock jam leaves the listener craving for more, teasing at what’s to come with future releases.

SOMNIUM has found national and international radio play from RDU (New Zealand), Radio Wigham (UK), Southern FM (VIC) and 2SER (NSW), RAGE (Aus), as well as plenty of play on a variety of community radio stations across Australia including 4ZZZ, 5ZZZ, 5WOW, Tribe FM and more. Previous media support for SOMNIUM includes Hysteria, AAA Backstage, Stoner Hive, Aus Music Scene, Mystic Sons and more.

Shake yourself from your trance, or get lost in a new one with SOMNIUM’s sophomore album– ‘To Be Is To Be Perceived’ out everywhere November 18.

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Stray From The Path Share Official Video For ‘Neighbourhood Watch’

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

Photo Credit: Gabe Becerra

Fresh off releasing their tenth studio album Euthanasia earlier this year, Stray From The Path are closing out 2022 in style with a brand new music video for the track Neighbourhood Watch out today.

Featuring live footage of the band in action, the music video for Neighbourhood Watch perfectly complements the track’s spitfire Rage Against The Machine-esque energy, chugs and ferocious soundscapes.

Euthanasia is the darkest and heaviest work so far from Stray From The Path, drawing on challenging circumstances to create a record that pulls no punches sonically or lyrically. The album (which has drawn early attention from the likes of Revolver Magazine, BrooklynVegan, Alternative Press, Guitar World and many more), pushes Stray From The Path‘s signature blend of groove and aggression into adventurous and ominous new territory, proving that the long-running group are just as fiery as ever.

Stray From The Path have been bringing their charged-up hardcore fury and politically outspoken lyricism to the masses for the better part of two decades, aiming to be the kind of band that can be a gateway to both heavy music and radical ideas. While the long-running group shows no signs of slowing down, Euthanasia was by no means an easy record to make. Stray From The Path found themselves in a fractured state due to the pandemic, an ocean of distance, and even a literal broken back, resulting in an album that reflects the grimmer personal and global circumstances. Produced/engineered by Will Putney (Knocked Loose, Body Count, Every Time I Die), Euthanasia is clearly the work of a more weathered and visceral era of Stray From The Path–the tremendous riffs and hip-hop-meets-hardcore vocal cadences are still there, but this time they’re accompanied by an apocalyptic mood that draws the listener in and doesn’t let go.

EUTHANASIA – OUT NOW
https://sftp.orcd.co/euthanasia

EUTHANASIA TRACK LISTING:
01. Needful Things
02. May You Live Forever
03. III
04. Guillotine
05. Chest Candy
06. Bread & Roses feat. Jesse Barnett
07. Law Abiding Citizen
08. The Salt In Your Spit
09. Neighbourhood Watch
10. Ladder Work

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‘FIRST & FOREVER’ – Live At Hanging Rock | One week to go! Set times + new artists announced

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

One week to go! Festival schedule out now

Just over a week to go and Victoria’s new day-long festival, First & Forever, is almost here! Get in quick – final tickets are on sale now at firstandforever.com.au. Curated by Briggs, First & Forever takes place at The Gathering Place, Hanging Rock on Sunday 27 November, and will see some of the country’s most celebrated contemporary First Nations artists converge for a brand new landmark event celebrating Blak excellence.

BAKER BOY ● BUDJERAH ● JESSICA MAUBOY ● KING STINGRAY ● SYCCO ● THELMA PLUM ● ALICE SKYE ● BUSBY MAROU ● CHRISTINE ANU ● DAN SULTAN ● ELECTRIC FIELDS ● EMMA DONOVAN ● MO’JU ● TASMAN KEITH ● ZIGGY RAMO ● BARKAA ● BIRDZ ● DAMEEEELA ● ERIC AVERY ● JESS HITCHCOCK ● JK-47 ● KALYANI ● KARDAJALA KIRRIDARRA ● KOBIE DEE ● DJAARA DANCERS ● DJIRRI WURRUNDJERI WOMEN’S DANCE GROUP ● TAUNGURUNG CHOIR

Now it’s time to start planning your day, with festival schedule and site map revealed. Artists will play short, uninterrupted sets and collaborate on the festival’s single, main stage – the ‘Uncle Archie’ stage. Gates open from 1pm, and with guest appearances and first-ever collaborations taking place throughout the afternoon and evening. Arrive early so you don’t miss out on any special musical surprises!

See festival schedule
See site map

What’s more, Briggs is thrilled to announce three more artists added to the bill:

Mo’Ju (Wiradjuri) is chameleonic. They shapeshift between albums, often several times within the same release: jukebox-rattling, ‘50s rock n roller to swinging soul crooner; pop experimentalist to synthesised funk adventurer.

Using sound, movement and filmic techniques, Eric Avery (Ngiyampaa, Gumbangirr, Bandjalang and Yuin) takes a multi-disciplinary approach to pushing music and culture into new formations. Avery will perform throughout the day in support of several artists, as lead violin in the First & Forever house band.

With an ear keenly tuned to the low-end frequencies of club culture, Kalyani (Trawlwoolway) explores dance music from across the globe. She takes a confident and idiosyncratic approach to her sets, which can traverse bass-heavy genres including booty bass and trap; or transport audiences with gems of Turkish and Hindi pop rarely heard in clubs this side of the equator.

Special performances by the Djaara Dancers, Djirri Wurundjeri Women’s Dance Group and the Taungurung Choir will lead us into tributes to both Aunty Ruby Hunter and Uncle Archie Roach delivered by Dan Sultan, Paul Kelly, Emma Donovan, Jess Hitchcock and Kardajala Kirridarra.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Whet your appetite on the day with a wide range of vendors, from local wineries to First Nations owned and operated foodies, such as Blak Brews and Cooee Café. Other vendors include Melbourne Paella Company, Taco Station, Dum and Dumplings, Route 66, Two Fat Indians, The Kaiser’s Sausage and many more. Being a picnic-style event, everyone can bring their own food, in a supermarket sized cooler bag.

As First & Forever is a licensed event, there is no BYO alcohol. All bars will have EFTPOS available for ease on the day.

WHAT TO BRING

Important: for information about what to bring, and what not to bring, please read the FAQS www.firstandforever.com.au/faqs. Bags will be checked upon entry.

TRANSPORT
To best avoid delays, we recommend taking a bus. For info and to pre-purchase your bus ticket, go to melbourneonthemove.com.au or phone 1300 55 86 86. Bookings are essential. A pick-up and drop-off zone for taxis and Ubers and private vehicles is between gates 7 and 8. For trains, check the V/Line train schedule to Woodend here.

We also recommend carpooling. Private vehicles with four or more passengers park at no charge. Arrive early to avoid delays. Parking will be available on the day – $20 cash or card/tap and go. Read the FAQs for all the transport details.

Artists from multiple nations will converge at The Gathering Place for what promises to be an extraordinary and historic live experience. We look forward to celebrating with you.

FIRST & FOREVER
THE GATHERING PLACE, HANGING ROCK
NOVEMBER 2022
Presented by Mushroom Group, the Victorian Government and Bad Apples Music
With thanks to Paul Kelly AO

Hosted by the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung. Supported by the Victorian Government through Visit Victoria.

FINAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW
via firstandforever.com.au

Sunday 27 November
The Gathering Place, Hanging Rock | Macedon Ranges, VIC
Licensed. All Ages – free entry for Under 12s
Ticketmaster.com.au

firstandforever.com.au

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Georgie Neilsen Elegantly Combines Country-Pop With Indie-Folk On Debut EP ‘Suburban Daze’

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

Previous Support For Georgie Neilsen

‘Eyes Wide Open’ premiered on Music Feeds

‘Eyes Wide Open’ Added to Spot Rotation on ABC Country Radio

“Anyone in the mood for melodramatic love arcs, sparkling indie-rock tones and a rolling chorus that hooks into the crannies of your subconscious so thoroughly you still find yourself humming it on the train several hours later? Yeah, good. Same.”
(Livewire AU) [About ‘The Last Time I Felt Better’]

“With a big, bold chorus and a killer hook, Neilsen pulls the listener into the drama and intensity of it all.”
(The AU Review) [About ‘The Last Time I Felt Better’]

“It’s a hot summer day, road-tripping with the windows down, ‘Eyes Wide Open’ blasting on maximum volume through the car radio kinda day.” 4.5 / 5 (Kath Devaney, ABC Country)

“The sadness paired with the golden tinge is doing things! Great one Georgie.”
(Declan Byrne, Triple J) [About ‘The Last Time I Felt Better’]

“Love this songwriting. Great hook, compelling lyric, clever arrangement. Hell yeah.”
(Max Quinn, Triple J) [About ‘The Last Time I Felt Better’]

Stream ‘Suburban Daze’

A stunning collection of songs that cement her knack for storytelling, Debut EP ‘Suburban Daze’ from Meanjin artist Georgie Neilsen arrives on Nov 18.

Heartbreak, emotional chaos and reclaiming independence – these are the central threads in the fabric of ‘Suburban Daze’. Together with co-writer and close friend Cody McWaters, Georgie Neilsen has crafted a mature body of work that exudes powerful charm, and sees the artist reflect on the past as she moves forward into a new chapter. Neilsen states:

“The EP began with the title track ‘Suburban Daze’ when Cody and I recorded it back in 2019. We didn’t have a definitive idea of what songs were going to be apart of this collection but they make a lot sense together now. What the songs have in common is that they were all written in my old bedroom at my parent’s house when I was in a daze a lot of the time, trying to make sense of who I was meant to be and from being created during that period in my life they hold a genuine amount of vulnerable, grief, passion, growth and understanding.”

Opening with the delicate, stripped-back acoustic gem that is ‘A Day In A Life’, the musician’s vocal prowess already takes hold with full force.

Next, country-leaning guitars and an indie-rock rhythm swell with earnest lyrics to a heartfelt crescendo in ‘Eyes Wide Open’.

The talented songstress and cabaret performer says of the EP’s title track:
“‘Suburban Daze’ is an intrinsic description of the neighbourhood I grew up in from the native flora and fauna to the neighbours arguing around me. This song encapsulates the dichotomy of my teenage life.”

Indie-rock banger ‘The Last Time I Felt Better’ depicts a tale of two people who fall into an addictive romance, while closing track ‘I’m Changing’ is a coming-of-age tale, circling back to the artist’s journey with self-acceptance.

Two singles off Georgie Neilsen’s new EP have already been greeted with rapturous applause and support from Double J, ABC Country, ABC Brisbane, Music Feeds, AAA Backstage, Scenestr, RAW Artists, GC Live, The AU Review, Livewire AU and more.

Neilsen and her band will be launching the EP at Brisbane’s The Brightside on November 20, supported by LAYYLA and Tessa Fleur.

Prepare to be dazzled when the ‘Suburban Daze’ EP drops on Nov 18 from the effortlessly endearing Georgie Neilsen.

Suburban Daze EP Launch
Nov 20 – The Brightside, Brisbane
w/ LAYYLA and Tessa Fleur | Tickets

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UFO Go

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

Where are you currently based?

We’re based between North Melbourne and Footscray!

How did you first start playing music?

I started my music obsession when I was about three years old and refused to wear any outfit other than a yellow skivvy and black pants, mandating everyone who came to the house be subject to a performance of Big Red Car and Hot Potato. I graduated to a miniature electric guitar at seven, and my first actual proper guitar at twelve, being really loud and emotional ever since. The other two would have pretty similar stories, maybe different outfits though.

What’s been happening recently?

Piero and I moved house together, I bought a pink Telecaster, Dylan and I got carried around by two strong strangers from a Facebook group, my dad got my mum a drone for her birthday, just normal stuff.

Your latest single ‘Way Back When’ will be released on November 16, what or who influenced the sound and songwriting?

Way Back When is definitely influenced by mid-2000s emo and alt rock, with a big riff, a sad chorus you’re meant to loudly sing along with, and a bit of a synth situation in the middle. I was listening to a lot of Saosin when I wrote it, that’s why half the song is 9^th chords. The synth bit is really just to hide the key change you’re not meant to notice, so that might be a bit Knights of Cydonia – I think there’s some Killers in there too.

How did you go about writing Way Back When?

It was written by me and my computer, I think in my old very hot bedroom in Glenroy, a few years ago now. I definitely started with the guitar riff and the drum pattern in the verse, and I think it was one of those songs that was completely done by the end of the day.

Where and when did you record/produce/master and who did you work with?

The whole album was written/recorded/mixed/produced/mastered by little old me, which hopefully you don’t immediately realise, but you probably do. We recorded the drums in a friend’s little garage studio that they built (shoutout the Reubmeister), and then the rest all in Piero’s and my living room in Coburg. I rented a white P-Bass, got my guitars set up real good and nice, and then we rocked our little hearts out.

How did you approach the recording process?

Whenever we get to recording, there’s already a pretty well produced demo, and we’re just recording good takes of everything with sounds that we’ve picked out. We’re not one of those bands that records all together, though I’d love to brag about something like that. We do one instrument at a time to a sound that goes BICK BOCK BOCK BOCK BICK BOCK BOCK BOCK and it’s strange but at the end it makes a song so that’s pretty good.

How did the concept for the music video come about?

Well let me tell you, there’s no formula for creating such genius ideas as “a car chase but it’s not cars it’s muscley guys carrying us around.” You get an idea like that, you just submit your application to MENSA and let the universe take over. I think my references were the chase from Bullitt and the Sabotage music video.

Where and when did you film and who did you work with?

We had a friend come and help us shoot the video earlier this year, around the industrial bit of Williamstown where you can run on the roads and there aren’t that many people to laugh at you. The script basically wrote itself, until one of the three guys that we hired off a Facebook actor’s group to carry us around couldn’t show up, and we had to improvise a Point Break style conclusion (I think it was for the best, really). Then I edited it together, now I expect the acclaim and trophies to start rolling in.

Who are you listening to at the moment?

I’m absolutely fanging the new 1975 album, might be their best yet. Also keen on the new Paramore track, waiting for more to drop. Went to see my friend’s band, GOUTS, who were proper heavy with some evil riffs. I just found out about Pushin’ P also and it might be my new favourite song ever. Piero is obsessed with Lil Baby at the minute, for some reason. I got in the car with Dylan and I think I heard My Chem, Sum 41 and All American Rejects so that’s the go there.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2022 going into 2023?

We’ve got our single launch at the Workers Club on the 26^th of November, mega keen for that. Dylan’s programmed a whole light show for it, so that’s gonna be pretty sweet. We’ve got one more gig in December supporting some friends’ new band, Trip to Paris. Early next year we’ll be keeping on dropping songs and videos from our new album, ‘May Fear Never Stop You’. I couldn’t be more excited to share those tracks, finally!!

Favourite food and place to hangout?
I gave Piero 3 seconds to answer and he took 8 and said Pizza. Dylan says burrito but he had no time limit. I’m typing this so I have all the time in the world, which is actually a nightmare for me. I’m eating sour worms right now, so right now it’s sour worms. Best place to hang out is a playground at night, all other answers are wrong.

UFO GO Single Launch – Matinee: Workers Club Fitzroy, Saturday November 26

Supports: The Stranded, More TBA Tickets

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UFO GO release fuzzed-out indie rock gem ‘Way Back When’

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

Photo by: Mike Miller

Melbourne trio UFO Go are charged and ready to roll with their new single ‘Way Back When’. Warping and threading alt-rock, emo and 90’s indie influences, the new track is a perfect snapshot of the band’s attitude towards creating unforgettable music. They will be unveiling the track at a single launch and playing tracks from their new album at the Workers Club in Fitzroy at the end of November.

“Emo never dies, it just starts paying rent – Way Back When is a song about the mid-20s angst of coming to terms with who you are, and the death of the ego that makes your teen years and early-20s feel so apocalyptic. We learn to let go and forgive ourselves of the mistakes we made learning to be people, in the hope that we might go to bed one day and not remember the day we called our teacher mum, or the time we told a joke that made somebody cry.”

UFO GO

‘Way Back When’ was recorded at the band’s private home studios in Melbourne with production by Mike Miller (Vocals, Guitar), who has also produced tracks for other Melbourne indie artists: Franco Cozzo, Orange Orange, CLAIM and Error37. “We recorded the drums at a friend’s home studio, and the rest at home (pre-COVID trailblazers much), written/produced/mixed/mastered all by Mike.”

UFO GO

Single Art by: Vickih Jihadiqiswah

Applying the same attitude to their visuals, the eccentric music video to ‘Way Back When’ showcases the band at their most creative. It was filmed in their hometown of Williamstown, Melbourne and directed by Mike Miller (Vocals, Guitar) with extras from the Melbourne Actors Centre to add some zany comic relief.

WATCH VIDEO

“The video imagines a classic 60s/70s movie car chase, ala Bullitt, though what if cars were people too?? We hired some big strong men from the Melbourne Actors Facebook group to carry us around all day, and I don’t think one of them read the treatment before the day of the shoot – ‘you want me to do WHAT??” UFO GO

The band will be closing out the year strong and celebrating the release of ‘Way Back When’ at a single launch later this month.“At our single launch at the Workers Club we’ll be playing most of the songs off our new album, May Fear Never Stop You. We’ve developed a set that delivers the experience of the album with interstitial tracks that expand on the themes of the songs, with spoken word segments written alongside the lyrics of the album, and a programmed lighting show to match.” UFO GO

UFO GO Single Launch

Matinee: Workers Club Fitzroy, Saturday November 26Tickets

Supports: The Stranded, More TBA

UFO Go released their first full length LP ‘nottoogoodthanks’ in 2018, and single ‘Stay‘ in 2021. With over 50K streams on Spotify alone, the young Melbourne trio have performed at the Yarraville Festival and Swan Hill NYE Festival, and supported a swag of Melbourne artists such as: Hanny J (Clowns), Anty (The Bennies), Axe Girl, Franco Cozzo and Mylk.

Their next full length album, ‘May Fear Never Stop You,’ “is an exploration of learning to be comfortable with your failures, your anxieties, and trying to figure out how to stop holding on so tightly.”

Stay tuned for release details!

‘Way Back When’ is out on now!

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Alt-Rock Group Staples Release Their Introspective & Energetic Sophomore EP ‘Everything Will Be Okay’

by the partae November 18, 2022

written by the partae

Photography: Frances Wilson – @f.fx.co
Editing: One Half of a Sardine’s Head – @one_half_of_a_sardines_head

Previous Support for Staples

“Another infectious gem from Staples full of buoyant guitar tones, boppin’ beats, clever melodics, and lush vocals”
(Hysteria Mag) [About ‘Unjust Jeans (and Guillotines)’]

“‘Unjust Jeans (And Guillotines)’ is the ideal modern-day indie jam with a tip of the nostalgic hat to some classic sounds and vibes”
(AMNplify)

“Jangly, fun, nostalgic, and bloody catchy. You have such a great sound – it sounds like a band who really know who they are. Great stuff!”
(Jess Perkins, Triple J) [About ‘Optimist’]

“Love that jangle wash! Its ethereal but really dynamic and that rhythm propels this track along so well. Really enjoying this, thanks Staples!”
(Steph Hughes, Triple J) [About ‘Serotonin’]

Stream ‘Everything Will Be Okay’ EP

Jangly guitars, vigorous post-punk basslines and soaring synths combine for the sophomore EP from Meanjin alt-rockers Staples. Titled ‘Everything Will Be Okay’, the record is out on Nov 18.

Packed to the brim with a visceral and vibrant mix of heartfelt vocals, intricate drum grooves and lush soundscapes, Staples elaborate on the EP’s broad subject matter:

“‘Everything Will Be Okay’ explores a spectrum of human emotional experiences, juxtaposing its longing melancholy, fever-dream anxiety and introspective darkness with naïve passion and bittersweet nostalgia.”

‘Normal Life’ is an explosive introduction, diving into melancholic depths layered with cascading polymetric guitars, icy synths and steadfast basslines.

Next, the rhythmic interplay of ‘The Train’ takes hold to mimic the relentless onslaught of anxious thoughts, before ‘Optimist’ pivots to upbeat indie-rock that gently blossoms into cathartic joy.

Providing a feel-good reprieve, the nostalgia-dipped tune ‘Unjust Jeans (and Guillotines)’ energetically inspires a smile, and feels synonymous with festival season.

Taking a bow with the dream-rock moodiness of the final track ‘A Scene of Yesterday’, this EP is a stellar showcase of the band’s talents.

In the lead-up to this EP, Staples have seen support from Hysteria Mag, AMNplify, AAA Backstage, GC Live, idobi radio (US), 4ZZZ, Rebel FM and more.

Staples are set to spread their good vibrations even higher with their new EP ‘Everything Will Be Okay’ – out on November 18.

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