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MOTION 2020 JAN-APR FULL LISTINGS: Beat Horizon Friday 24th January / Motion & Marble Factory 21:00 - 03:00 Talib Kweli Goldie Roni Size Sampa The Great Wu-Tang Clan’s Raekwon LTJ Bukem Mala Swindle Jeru The Damaja Bristol Dub Club The Insiders Swindle Lion Pulse Soundsystem + more HAAi Curates Saturday 25th January / Motion 22:00 - 05:00 (A-Z) HAAi Peach Optimo Roi Perez Manami Tosh Ohta Dazed presents Wednesday 29th January / Motion 22:00 - 04:00 D Double E Sir Spyro ANZ no_one + more Cirque Du Soul Friday 31st January / Motion 22:00 - 04:00 Detroit Swindle Elliot Adamson Cirque Du Soul DJs + more Hospitality Saturday 1st February / Motion 22:00 - 06:00 Kings Of The Rollers + Inja London Elektricity Metrik Nu:Logic Fred V b2b Etherwood Whiney [2hr Set] Unglued Keeno Special guest: Mefjus + many more The Game Monday 3rd February / Marble Factory 19:00 - 22:00 Will Sparks Friday 7th February / Marble Factory 22:00 - 04:00 Full line up TBA RUN Saturday 8th February / Motion 22:00 - 06:00 Sub Focus [2 hr set] Macky Gee Danny Byrd Benny L Doc Scott Krust b2b Bryan Gee [Full Cycle vs V Recordings] DJ Limited D*Minds Critical Impact Special guest: Hedex + many more Black Midi [SOLD OUT] Wednesday 12th February / Marble Factory 19:30 - 23:00 Rudimental + Friends Friday 14th February / Marble Factory 22:00 - 04:00 Rudimental [DJ set] Conducta Randall Emerald + more La Discotheque Saturday 15th February / Marble Factory 22:00 - 04:00 Artwork Greg Wilson Will Tramp! + more TBA Mall Grab presents Looking For Trouble Friday 21st February / Motion 22:00 - 05:00 Mall Grab Loods Logic1000 Salary Boy The Blast presents Holy Goof Saturday 29th February / Motion 22:00 - 06:00 Holy Goof Redlight A.M.C & Phantom Distinkt Simula + more Sonny Fodera presents Solotoko Friday 6th March / Marble Factory 22:00 - 05:00 Full line up TBA Motion presents Friday 13th March / Motion 22:00 - 04:00 Honey Dijon DJ Seinfeld Eli Escobar object blue DEBONAIR + more The Blast presents DJ Marky & Friends Saturday 14th March / Marble Factory 22:00 - 06:00 DJ Marky [2hr set] Calibre Pola & Bryson + more Princess Nokia Saturday 21st March / Marble Factory 19:30 - 22:30 4 Years of Shall Not Fade Saturday 21st March / Motion 22:00 - 04:00 Kettama Big Miz Demuja Black Loops KGW M Huncho Sunday 22nd March / Marble Factory 19:00 - 22:30 DNB Allstars x The Blast present: Spring DNB Fest Saturday 28th March / Motion 22:00 - 06:00 SaSaSaS Voltage + Evil B TNA 1991 Kyrist AC13 TICKET INFORMATION Tickets for all shows are on sale now via motionbristol.com

MOTION BRISTOL ANNOUNCES OVER 20 SHOWS TO BEGIN THE DECADE, MARKING THE START OF A NEW CHAPTER FOR THE CLUB

by the partae January 17, 2020

written by the partae

MOTION 2020 JAN-APR FULL LISTINGS:

Beat Horizon

Friday 24th January / Motion & Marble Factory

21:00 – 03:00

Talib Kweli

Goldie

Roni Size

Sampa The Great

Wu-Tang Clan’s Raekwon

LTJ Bukem

Mala

Swindle

Jeru The Damaja

Bristol Dub Club

The Insiders

Swindle

Lion Pulse Soundsystem

+ more

HAAi Curates

Saturday 25th January / Motion

22:00 – 05:00

(A-Z)

HAAi

Peach

Optimo

Roi Perez

Manami

Tosh Ohta

Dazed presents

Wednesday 29th January / Motion

22:00 – 04:00

D Double E

Sir Spyro

ANZ

no_one

+ more

Cirque Du Soul

Friday 31st January / Motion

22:00 – 04:00

Detroit Swindle

Elliot Adamson

Cirque Du Soul DJs

+ more

Hospitality

Saturday 1st February / Motion

22:00 – 06:00

Kings Of The Rollers + Inja

London Elektricity

Metrik

Nu:Logic

Fred V b2b Etherwood

Whiney [2hr Set]

Unglued

Keeno

Special guest: Mefjus

+ many more

The Game

Monday 3rd February / Marble Factory

19:00 – 22:00

Will Sparks

Friday 7th February / Marble Factory

22:00 – 04:00

Full line up TBA

RUN

Saturday 8th February / Motion

22:00 – 06:00

Sub Focus [2 hr set]

Macky Gee

Danny Byrd

Benny L

Doc Scott

Krust b2b Bryan Gee [Full Cycle vs V Recordings]

DJ Limited

D*Minds

Critical Impact

Special guest: Hedex

+ many more

Black Midi [SOLD OUT]

Wednesday 12th February / Marble Factory

19:30 – 23:00

Rudimental + Friends

Friday 14th February / Marble Factory

22:00 – 04:00

Rudimental [DJ set]

Conducta

Randall

Emerald

+ more

La Discotheque

Saturday 15th February / Marble Factory

22:00 – 04:00

Artwork

Greg Wilson

Will Tramp!

+ more TBA

Mall Grab presents Looking For Trouble

Friday 21st February / Motion

22:00 – 05:00

Mall Grab

Loods

Logic1000

Salary Boy

The Blast presents Holy Goof

Saturday 29th February / Motion

22:00 – 06:00

Holy Goof

Redlight

A.M.C & Phantom

Distinkt

Simula

+ more

Sonny Fodera presents Solotoko

Friday 6th March / Marble Factory

22:00 – 05:00

Full line up TBA

Motion presents

Friday 13th March / Motion

22:00 – 04:00

Honey Dijon

DJ Seinfeld

Eli Escobar

object blue

DEBONAIR

+ more

The Blast presents DJ Marky & Friends

Saturday 14th March / Marble Factory

22:00 – 06:00

DJ Marky [2hr set]

Calibre

Pola & Bryson

+ more

Princess Nokia

Saturday 21st March / Marble Factory

19:30 – 22:30

4 Years of Shall Not Fade

Saturday 21st March / Motion

22:00 – 04:00

Kettama

Big Miz

Demuja

Black Loops

KGW

M Huncho

Sunday 22nd March / Marble Factory

19:00 – 22:30

DNB Allstars x The Blast present: Spring DNB Fest

Saturday 28th March / Motion

22:00 – 06:00

SaSaSaS

Voltage + Evil B

TNA

1991

Kyrist

AC13

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for all shows are on sale now via motionbristol.com

January 17, 2020 0 comments

Sydney’s Electric Gardens Festival Reveals Latest Names For 2020’s 5th Anniversary Celebration DJ EZ, Craig David Presents T5, Nora En Pure, Gorgon City, Alan Fitzpatrick, My Nu Leng, Pan-Pot, Reinier Zonneveld live, Armand Van Helden, Gui Boratto, Mar T, Lucille Croft, Hoten, Ricky Cooper & Andy Ef, Wilkinson and more all play

by the partae January 17, 2020

written by the partae

In Summer 2020, Electric Gardens delivers its biggest and most diverse lineup yet for its 5th anniversary: Half a decade of cutting-edge producers and world-class DJs will be celebrated in Sydney’s shining Centennial Park on Saturday 22nd February 2020 including Armand Van Helden, DJ EZ, Craig David Presents T5, Nora En Pure, Gorgon City, Alan Fitzpatrick, My Nu Leng, Pan-Pot, Reinier Zonneveld live, Wilkinson and many more world class DJs and live shows.

Since a game-changing debut back in 2016, Electric Gardens has established itself as an essential boutique event for electronic music fans across the country. Electric Gardens 2020 continues the event’s tradition of presenting top-tier electronic artists and underground sensations; with dazzling stage production, generous set times and a pristine location. It’s careful curation that has seen the event become a staple for Australian fans over the past five years, and the milestone is a testament to Electric Gardens dedication to booking exciting electronic talent, while simultaneously steering clear of trend-dependent and novelty acts.

The Electric Gardens 2020 bill is headed up by none other than acclaimed multi-million record selling artist Craig David, who will be bringing his widely-praised TS5 show Down Under. Combining his skills as a DJ and live performer, TS5 sees David fuse seasoned classics with contemporary anthems for a sprawling party set, drawing upon his extensive background in UK Garage, dance, pop and R&B. David’s high-energy TS5 set has graced the biggest festivals stages across the globe including Glastonbury, Tomorrowland and will now close out Electric Gardens in riveting fashion after sold out UK and US tour and continued Top 5 UK chart placings for his most recent singles.

Next is US house pioneer Armand Van Helden, who has very much helped define the genres with his vital work on labels like Nervous, Southern Fried and Strictly Rhythm and many more. Always drawing on hip hop, r&b and soul for his sample sources, he has a heartfelt sound with a real sense of groove that has got people dancing for decades, and the big personality continues to be a key player in the global scene.

A longtime crowd favourite in Australia and abroad, DJ EZ will be bringing the UKG a-plenty to Electric Gardens Sydney. Quite possibly the best DJ in the world right now, Elvin is a master selector who has honed his incredible skills on radio airwaves, clubs and festivals for well over two decades. Electric Gardens is also excited to welcome South African-Swiss producer Nora En Pure who will be bringing her ethereal set to the Sydney stage.

And after dominating the charts with their recent Billboard Dance #1 singles ‘There For You’ and ‘Go Slow’, one of the most in demand acts in the industry, UK duo Gorgon City will be making their highly-anticipated return to Australia. For fans of techno and blistering BPM, Berlin duo Pan-Pot and the esteemed Alan Fitzpatrick will get dancefloors moving while Filth on Acid head honcho Reinier Zonneveld will flex his skills with a punchy live set.

Bass enthusiasts will be well looked after, too: Having long established himself as a favourite on the local festival circuit, What So Not will return home to Australia for Electric Gardens Festival, joined onstage by surprise special guests for the exclusive debut of his brand new live set of atmospheric yet heavy tunes. He’ll be joined by fellow Australian hero ShockOne off the back of his 2019 album A Dark Machine, as well as UK drum & bass producer Wilkinson, who just sold out the O2, is a regular at Ibiza’s iconic Together night and always races through a blizzard of different genres with real skill. His electric set will be complemented with DJ Ad-Apt on the microphone.

The latest additions include Brazil’s leading progrssive house pioneer and enduring Kompakt label associate Gui Boratto, who always brings waves of emotions to his grooves, plus Spanish house giant and long time Amnesia resident Mar T, as well as Lucille Croft, Hoten and Ricky Cooper & Andy Ef.

The Electric Gardens story begins back in 2001 in the UK, when visiting Australian dance fans Damian Gelle and Anton Marmot threw a backyard party in Walthamstow. Inviting their DJ friends to play and charging a small cover, the intimate gathering was a success, and it eventually evolved into South West Four festival in 2004. That event still attracts well over 70,000 attendees at Clapham Common to this day. Armed with first-hand festival knowledge, experience and connections; the duo returned home to Australia and founded Electric Gardens, with the goal of providing a European party atmosphere Down Under. Five years down the track, the mission is being fulfilled every year, with Electric Gardens blossoming into one of the most essential festivals of them all.

This next chapter of Electric Gardens is set to kick off in style on February 22, and is a faultless day of dance in the Sydney summer.

Festival website:

www.electricgardens.com.au

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Untitled Group have once again successfully attained the lease for one of Australia’s most unique & exciting event spaces. Melbourne’s iconic Wool Store Warehouse, which has previously hosted world class talents Solomon, Jamie Jones, John Talabot, Willaris. K, and DMA’s, will host a series of revered events in 2020.. After laying dormant for many decades, Untitled Group will once again bring the monumental building to life fitting the space with a new world-class sound system paired with their signature meticulously curated production & set designs. Built in the 1940s, the Australian Heritage Commission (AHC) listed 'Wool Store' is of regional historical, cultural & architectural significance. It is the largest single wool store building in Victoria, built on a grand scale with considerable architectural refinement. It represents a peak of pastoral development when Australia rode on the sheep's back with the wool industry playing a significant role in the development of Australia, carrying it's economy post-World War 2 in what is now known as the 'post-war wool boom'. The venue is an addition to Untitled Group’s fast growing portfolio including Beyond the Valley, Pitch Music & Arts, Wildlands, Grapevine Gathering, and Ability Fest, as well as the company’s established management, booking & label divisions. The first headliner for The Wool Store’s resurgence will be announced shortly. Keep your eyes peeled on Untitled Group’s facebook page.

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UNTITLED GROUP ARE BRINGING BACK ICONIC WAREHOUSE VENUE – THE WOOL STORE 16 | 01 | 2020

by the partae January 17, 2020

written by the partae

Untitled Group have once again successfully attained the lease for one of Australia’s most unique & exciting event spaces.

Melbourne’s iconic Wool Store Warehouse, which has previously hosted world class talents Solomon, Jamie Jones, John Talabot, Willaris. K, and DMA’s, will host a series of revered events in 2020..

After laying dormant for many decades, Untitled Group will once again bring the monumental building to life fitting the space with a new world-class sound system paired with their signature meticulously curated production & set designs.

Built in the 1940s, the Australian Heritage Commission (AHC) listed ‘Wool Store’ is of regional historical, cultural & architectural significance. It is the largest single wool store building in Victoria, built on a grand scale with considerable architectural refinement. It represents a peak of pastoral development when Australia rode on the sheep’s back with the wool industry playing a significant role in the development of Australia, carrying it’s economy post-World War 2 in what is now known as the ‘post-war wool boom’.

The venue is an addition to Untitled Group’s fast growing portfolio including Beyond the Valley, Pitch Music & Arts, Wildlands, Grapevine Gathering, and Ability Fest, as well as the company’s established management, booking & label divisions.

The first headliner for The Wool Store’s resurgence will be announced shortly. Keep your eyes peeled on Untitled Group’s facebook page.

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THE VANNS announce ‘RED EYE TOUR’ for March/April and release alternate version of 'JULES SAID’ from acclaimed debut album, THROUGH THE WALLS It has been an absolutely huge 12 months for THE VANNS. With the release of their debut album Through The Walls, the South Coast band firmly cemented their identity as one of Australia’s most formidable names on the indie rock circuit. Now, with a new decade already kicking into gear, The VANNS announce they’re getting back out on the road this Autumn and to boot, they’re releasing a special new version of album track, ‘Jules Said’. The new single, written by Jimmy Vann and Cameron Little expands upon the original album version, with the band hitting the studio with Grammy nominated, ARIA winning producer Adrian Breakspear (Gang of Youths, Pharrell Williams) to bring this new version of ‘Jules Said’ to life. “Jim and I wrote ‘Jules Said’ in my bedroom in under an hour. It was the first song we finished writing for Through The Walls. We were doing a lot of writing on Logic and trying to come up with ‘cool sounds’ for a while, and then we went out to lunch and were like, ‘When we get back, let’s just try and write something with two guitars and no computer’.” Cameron Little Earning acclaim from fans and throughout the industry, The VANNS embraced powerful melodies, driving guitar and songwriting strength with Through The Walls and as the reaction to the album went on to prove, the four-piece were definitely showing up and demonstrating long-lasting quality on record. Nabbing triple j’s Feature Album spot during Ausmusic Month 2019, rave reviews and fired up crowds across all dates of their Australian tour at the tailend of last year, The VANNS stepped further into the Australian music spotlight than before. Not ones to waste time, the band’s forthcoming tour dates are ready to keep the momentum going. “Really pumped to be heading back out on tour, especially doing other venues and towns we haven’t done in a while. Playing to a new crowd, some of whom may not have seen/heard the album songs live yet is super refreshing and can make a show feel unpredictable. That’s something I really love about touring and am excited to be a part of.” Andrew Banovich “Another strong track from this froth-worthy band. The VANNS have gotta be one of the best indie rock acts in the country right now.” Triple J Unearthed, Dave Ruby Howe “Easy to see why The VANNS have popped off in such a big way in recent years. They know their way around a pop rock winner like they wrote the map.” Triple J Unearthed, Tommy Faith “The four piece have grown to become a quintessential name to the Australian rock scene and the many pockets of brilliance it contains, taking a ‘quality AND quantity’ approach to songwriting that ensures that they’re never quite forgotten about without having to compensate in their work’s strength.” Pilerats “Packed to the brim with the charm and infectious hooks that we’ve come to know and love from the band, along with evocative and emotional songwriting.” Music Feeds THE VANNS AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES Presented by triple j With Special Guests Death By Denim Tickets: https://www.thevannsband.com/shows Thursday, March 19th Altar Bar Hobart* Friday, March 20th Howler Melbourne Saturday, March 21st Adelaide Unibar Adelaide* Friday, March 27th Sol Bar Sunshine Coast Saturday, March 28th Crowbar Brisbane Friday, April 3rd Wollongong Uni Wollongong Saturday, April 4th Cambridge Hotel Newcastle Friday, April 17th Indian Ocean Hotel Perth *Death By Denim not appearing ‘Jules Said’ is released Friday, January 17th. Official Website | Facebook | Instagram |Twitter | Triple J Unearthed | YouTube

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The VANNS announce ‘Red Eye Tour’, release alternate version of ‘Jules Said’ from the acclaimed debut album ‘Through The Walls’

by the partae January 17, 2020

written by the partae

THE VANNS announce ‘RED EYE TOUR’ for March/April and release alternate version

of ‘JULES SAID’ from acclaimed debut album, THROUGH THE WALLS

It has been an absolutely huge 12 months for THE VANNS. With the release of their debut album Through The Walls, the South Coast band firmly cemented their identity as one of Australia’s most formidable names on the indie rock circuit. Now, with a new decade already kicking into gear, The VANNS announce they’re getting back out on the road this Autumn and to boot, they’re releasing a special new version of album track, ‘Jules Said’.

The new single, written by Jimmy Vann and Cameron Little expands upon the original album version, with the band hitting the studio with Grammy nominated, ARIA winning producer Adrian Breakspear (Gang of Youths, Pharrell Williams) to bring this new version of ‘Jules Said’ to life. “Jim and I wrote ‘Jules Said’ in my bedroom in under an hour. It was the first song we finished writing for Through The Walls. We were doing a lot of writing on Logic and trying to come up with ‘cool sounds’ for a while, and then we went out to lunch and were like, ‘When we get back, let’s just try and write something with two guitars and no computer’.” Cameron Little

Earning acclaim from fans and throughout the industry, The VANNS embraced powerful melodies, driving guitar and songwriting strength with Through The Walls and as the reaction to the album went on to prove, the four-piece were definitely showing up and demonstrating long-lasting quality on record. Nabbing triple j’s Feature Album spot during Ausmusic Month 2019, rave reviews and fired up crowds across all dates of their Australian tour at the tailend of last year, The VANNS stepped further into the Australian music spotlight than before. Not ones to waste time, the band’s forthcoming tour dates are ready to keep the momentum going. “Really pumped to be heading back out on tour, especially doing other venues and towns we haven’t done in a while. Playing to a new crowd, some of whom may not have seen/heard the album songs live yet is super refreshing and can make a show feel unpredictable. That’s something I really love about touring and am excited to be a part of.” Andrew Banovich

“Another strong track from this froth-worthy band. The VANNS have gotta be one of the best indie rock acts in the country right now.”
Triple J Unearthed, Dave Ruby Howe

“Easy to see why The VANNS have popped off in such a big way in recent years. They know their way around a pop rock winner like they wrote the map.”
Triple J Unearthed, Tommy Faith

“The four piece have grown to become a quintessential name to the Australian rock scene and the many pockets of brilliance it contains, taking a ‘quality AND quantity’ approach to songwriting that ensures that they’re never quite forgotten about without having to compensate in their work’s strength.”
Pilerats

“Packed to the brim with the charm and infectious hooks that we’ve come to know and love from the band, along with evocative and emotional songwriting.”
Music Feeds

THE VANNS AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES

Presented by triple j
With Special Guests Death By Denim
Tickets: https://www.thevannsband.com/shows
Thursday, March 19th Altar Bar Hobart*
Friday, March 20th Howler Melbourne
Saturday, March 21st Adelaide Unibar Adelaide*
Friday, March 27th Sol Bar Sunshine Coast
Saturday, March 28th Crowbar Brisbane
Friday, April 3rd Wollongong Uni Wollongong
Saturday, April 4th Cambridge Hotel Newcastle
Friday, April 17th Indian Ocean Hotel Perth
*Death By Denim not appearing

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ANNOUNCES FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR FIRE RELIEF TWO WEEKS 'TIL TOUR KICK OFF! ‘White Wedding’, ‘Dancing With Myself’, ‘Rebel Yell’, ‘Mony Mony’, ‘Eyes Without A Face’, ‘Flesh For Fantasy’.… He’s a punk rock superstar and multi-Grammy nominee, his place in rock & roll history one of legend. The one and only Billy Idol hits Australia this month for his first live shows since 2015! Now, the iconic singer has announced he’ll raise much-needed funds for charities battling the fire crisis as part of his upcoming visit, which sees Idol return to Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney for three headline dates with his full band, including legendary lead-guitarist Steve Stevens. Tickets to all shows are on sale now. Last night, Idol revealed fans had the chance to bid on special Meet & Greet packages in Brisbane and Sydney to help raise funds. A message on his website reads: “Like you, I’ve been watching the terrible fires in Australia with great concern. The damage to humans and wildlife alike thus far has been devastating and as we prepare to come to play in Australia and New Zealand in the coming days our thoughts are with those dealing with the ongoing crisis. To help support fire relief efforts in Australia I’m honoured to do the following to help the cause. All funds raised will be donated to Rural Aid Australia (www.ruralaid.org.au) and Animals Australia (www.animals australia.org). I’m going to auction off two Meet & Greet packages in Sydney and Brisbane. Auction list below: BRISBANE + ANIMALS AUSTRALIA https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/312947525457 BRISBANE + RURAL AID https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/312947526616 SYDNEY + ANIMALS AUSTRALIA https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/312947527151 SYDNEY + RURAL AID https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/312947526928 Idol is also giving emergency personnel the chance to score free tickets to both shows. “A limited number of free tickets will be made available to the Sydney and Brisbane shows for Australian first responders and other emergency personnel who have been battling the crisis. Those interested in requesting free tickets should make a request by email to billyidol.net@gmail.com. Specific details are available at BillyIdol.net.” Lastly, Idol also announced he’ll donate a portion of merchandise sales from his Sydney and Brisbane shows to fire relief efforts to the above charities, with that donation portion matched by Frontier Touring and venues Riverstage (Brisbane) and Hordern Pavilion (Sydney). Don’t miss the iconic Billy Idol live in concert this month! BILLY IDOL with special guests The Delta Riggs & The Kids (Bris/Syd only) AUSTRALIA JAN/FEB 2020 Presented by Frontier Touring & WSFM (Syd), 97.3FM & 4KQ (Bri) ON SALE NOW via frontiertouring.com/billyidol Riverstage | Brisbane, QLD Lic. All Ages Ticketmaster.com.au | 136 100 Hordern Pavilion | Sydney, NSW Lic. All Ages Ticketek.com.au | 13 28 49 Also performing: Wednesday 29 January AO Live Stage, Australian Open | Melbourne, VIC ** Ticketmaster.com.au | 136 100 Lic. All Ages ** not presented by Frontier Touring Patrons are advised to purchase tickets only through authorised ticket sellers. We cannot guarantee any ticket purchase made through any means other than the official ticketing agents listed on the Frontier website.

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Billy Idol announces fundraising campaign for fire relief | Tour kicks off in two weeks!

by the partae January 17, 2020

written by the partae

ANNOUNCES FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR FIRE RELIEF
TWO WEEKS ‘TIL TOUR KICK OFF!

‘White Wedding’, ‘Dancing With Myself’, ‘Rebel Yell’, ‘Mony Mony’, ‘Eyes Without A Face’, ‘Flesh For Fantasy’.… He’s a punk rock superstar and multi-Grammy nominee, his place in rock & roll history one of legend. The one and only Billy Idol hits Australia this month for his first live shows since 2015!

Now, the iconic singer has announced he’ll raise much-needed funds for charities battling the fire crisis as part of his upcoming visit, which sees Idol return to Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney for three headline dates with his full band, including legendary lead-guitarist Steve Stevens. Tickets to all shows are on sale now.

Last night, Idol revealed fans had the chance to bid on special Meet & Greet packages in Brisbane and Sydney to help raise funds. A message on his website reads:

“Like you, I’ve been watching the terrible fires in Australia with great concern. The damage to humans and wildlife alike thus far has been devastating and as we prepare to come to play in Australia and New Zealand in the coming days our thoughts are with those dealing with the ongoing crisis.

To help support fire relief efforts in Australia I’m honoured to do the following to help the cause. All funds raised will be donated to Rural Aid Australia (www.ruralaid.org.au) and Animals Australia (www.animals australia.org).

I’m going to auction off two Meet & Greet packages in Sydney and Brisbane. Auction list below:

BRISBANE + ANIMALS AUSTRALIA
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/312947525457

BRISBANE + RURAL AID
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/312947526616

SYDNEY + ANIMALS AUSTRALIA
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/312947527151

SYDNEY + RURAL AID
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/312947526928

Idol is also giving emergency personnel the chance to score free tickets to both shows.

“A limited number of free tickets will be made available to the Sydney and Brisbane shows for Australian first responders and other emergency personnel who have been battling the crisis. Those interested in requesting free tickets should make a request by email to billyidol.net@gmail.com. Specific details are available at BillyIdol.net.”

Lastly, Idol also announced he’ll donate a portion of merchandise sales from his Sydney and Brisbane shows to fire relief efforts to the above charities, with that donation portion matched by Frontier Touring and venues Riverstage (Brisbane) and Hordern Pavilion (Sydney).

Don’t miss the iconic Billy Idol live in concert this month!

BILLY IDOL
with special guests The Delta Riggs & The Kids (Bris/Syd only)
AUSTRALIA
JAN/FEB 2020
Presented by Frontier Touring & WSFM (Syd), 97.3FM & 4KQ (Bri)

ON SALE NOW
via frontiertouring.com/billyidol

Riverstage | Brisbane, QLD
Lic. All Ages
Ticketmaster.com.au | 136 100

Hordern Pavilion | Sydney, NSW
Lic. All Ages
Ticketek.com.au | 13 28 49

Also performing:
Wednesday 29 January
AO Live Stage, Australian Open | Melbourne, VIC **
Ticketmaster.com.au | 136 100
Lic. All Ages

** not presented by Frontier Touring

Patrons are advised to purchase tickets only through authorised ticket sellers.
We cannot guarantee any ticket purchase made through any means other than the official ticketing agents listed on the Frontier website.

January 17, 2020 0 comments

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Melbourne native DJ Boring finally returns home to Australia for ten dates

by the partae January 17, 2020

written by the partae

Tour Dates

Saturday 7 March: Days Like This, Sydney
Sunday 8 March: Pitch Music & Arts, Melbourne
Thursday 12 March: Electric Rush, Queenstown
Friday 13 March: 121 Festival, Wellington
Saturday 14 March: Outpost Bar, Brisbane
Sunday 15 March: Nevermind Smallclub, Perth
Friday 20 March: Sugar, Adelaide
Saturday 21 March: Tusk Bar, Wollongong
Saturday 21 March: Goodbar, Sydney
Sunday 22 March: Revolver Upstairs, Melbourne

Out of a Melbourne bedroom in early 2016, a new underground house music movement was spawned, leading to an undeniable dancefloor anthem and a limitless career for Tristan Hallis. Better known as DJ Boring, he is synonymous with the lo-fi house sound which he kick-started in 2016 with his track ‘Winona Ryder‘. With over 5 million Youtube plays and counting, that track came to represent the definition of lo-fi house.

Since then, the Australian has moved to London and conquered Europe. For proof, look no further than his Boiler Room recording from the 2019 AVA Festival in Ireland which was one of the event’s most-watched streams. His sound still maintains the key characteristics that saw his career explode, including the infamous sound of Roland 909, dreamy FM synthesizers and a hell of a lot of vinyl static. As a DJ he is known for being a dance floor controlling master, a selector who can throw down obscure new cuts alongside classic late-90’s house or techno.

DJ Boring’s return back home will see him play 10 dates, including Pitch Music & Arts and Days Like This festivals, alongside filling a coveted Triple J residency for March.

DJ BORING aka Tristan Hallis could be the most ironically named performer today: energetic journeys into forgotten gems and future classics, nothing about what he does is boring. He inhabits a space where throwback trance sits comfortably with old-school house, and Belgium Techno syncs with rolling funk. He meets each mix physically with sweaty, infectious performances that are compelling to watch. In the studio, the producer has honed in on a contemporary sound paying homage to dance music’s dense past. Whether its Detroit Techno-inspired or Chicago House layered with obscure Youtube samples, his productions are birthed in hardware and imbued with Hallis’ energetic personality – humanity sorely lacking in many productions today. This trait shines through in his new live show where hardware and controllers become a natural extension of his creative self, a conduit through which he presents a fresh take on his music.

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"A couple years ago I wanted to learn to make sourdough bread, as did my good friends Emilyn Stam and Alan Mackie (who also performed on this album). We enlisted the help of our friend Anne Hartman: banjo picker, instrument builder, and baker extraordinaire. Over the course of a day, Anne guided us through the subtleties of creating a good dough, shaping loaves by hand, and baking to perfection. We spent the afternoon playing old-time fiddle and banjo tunes together while we waited for the bread to rise, and since that day, the three of us have never stopped baking! We've also passed on our knowledge (and our sourdough starter) to other friends, and the baking and breaking of bread has come to be synonymous with care, companionship, and a love of simple pleasures. I wrote this song to express my gratitude to Anne for a gift that has continued to give." - Nathan Smith Growing up in North Bay, Ontario, Nathan began playing classical violin at the age of six, all the while being steeped in Irish and Canadian fiddling. While studying and playing viola in the University of Ottawa string quartet and the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra, Nathan was also drawn to playing and singing American bluegrass music, and he eventually settled in Toronto to study Jazz and Contemporary Music at Humber College. Soon after, he began singing and playing in his own innovative bluegrass band, The Barrel Boys, who have released two original albums. A skilled and versatile musician, Nathan writes and performs his own traditionally inspired original compositions in addition to playing and singing with Western Swing outfit The Double Cuts, bluegrass dobro legend Ivan Rosenberg, and folk multi-instrumentalist Emilyn Stam. https://www.nathansmithmusic.net/ https://www.instagram.com/nathanonfiddle/

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Nathan Smith Premiere

by the partae January 17, 2020

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“A couple years ago I wanted to learn to make sourdough bread, as did my good friends Emilyn Stam and Alan Mackie (who also performed on this album). We enlisted the help of our friend Anne Hartman: banjo picker, instrument builder, and baker extraordinaire. Over the course of a day, Anne guided us through the subtleties of creating a good dough, shaping loaves by hand, and baking to perfection. We spent the afternoon playing old-time fiddle and banjo tunes together while we waited for the bread to rise, and since that day, the three of us have never stopped baking! We’ve also passed on our knowledge (and our sourdough starter) to other friends, and the baking and breaking of bread has come to be synonymous with care, companionship, and a love of simple pleasures. I wrote this song to express my gratitude to Anne for a gift that has continued to give.” – Nathan Smith

Growing up in North Bay, Ontario, Nathan began playing classical violin at the age of six, all the while being steeped in Irish and Canadian fiddling. While studying and playing viola in the University of Ottawa string quartet and the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra, Nathan was also drawn to playing and singing American bluegrass music, and he eventually settled in Toronto to study Jazz and Contemporary Music at Humber College. Soon after, he began singing and playing in his own innovative bluegrass band, The Barrel Boys, who have released two original albums. A skilled and versatile musician, Nathan writes and performs his own traditionally inspired original compositions in addition to playing and singing with Western Swing outfit The Double Cuts, bluegrass dobro legend Ivan Rosenberg, and folk multi-instrumentalist Emilyn Stam.

https://www.nathansmithmusic.net/

https://www.instagram.com/nathanonfiddle/

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Get Physical turn to Spanish artist Squire for a pair of tracks that show the fast-rising star could be one of the breakouts of 2020. Squire was brought up on jazz before getting into house sounds, and always keeps his grooves deep and emotive. With one eye on history but one foot heading forwards he has released on this label as well as Kindisch, Behrouz’ Do Not Sit On The Furniture and My Favorite Robot Records amongst many more. This has taken him to clubs around Europe and even Burning Man, Space Ibiza and BPM Festival. Tasteful house opener 'Inner World' is a sublime seven-minute opus with cinematic drama in the synths and effects that light up the drums. They are firmly rooted to the floor and get you in the zone and keep you there for the duration as a storytelling lead plots its own adventurous path with a hint of Middle Eastern melancholy. The excellent 'Indicus' is a spine-tingling deep house track with more majestic synths and chords up top; chords brightly coloured and laden with a rollercoaster of emotions that make this a hugely accomplished production that is again finished with some subtle Middle Eastern sounding vocal chanting. This is assured and atmospheric house music as ever from Squire.

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Squire releases ‘Rebel Wisdom’ EP on Get Physical, out February 7th

by the partae January 17, 2020

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Get Physical turn to Spanish artist Squire for a pair of tracks that show the fast-rising star could be one of the breakouts of 2020.

Squire was brought up on jazz before getting into house sounds, and always keeps his grooves deep and emotive. With one eye on history but one foot heading forwards he has released on this label as well as Kindisch, Behrouz’ Do Not Sit On The Furniture and My Favorite Robot Records amongst many more. This has taken him to clubs around Europe and even Burning Man, Space Ibiza and BPM Festival.

Tasteful house opener ‘Inner World’ is a sublime seven-minute opus with cinematic drama in the synths and effects that light up the drums. They are firmly rooted to the floor and get you in the zone and keep you there for the duration as a storytelling lead plots its own adventurous path with a hint of Middle Eastern melancholy.

The excellent ‘Indicus’ is a spine-tingling deep house track with more majestic synths and chords up top; chords brightly coloured and laden with a rollercoaster of emotions that make this a hugely accomplished production that is again finished with some subtle Middle Eastern sounding vocal chanting.

This is assured and atmospheric house music as ever from Squire.

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The Growlers / Star Crawlers – Melbourne – The Croxton 16 January 2020

by the partae January 17, 2020

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Photography: Nate Hill https://www.natehillphotography.com.au/

Words: Chris Brooks

Starcrawler burst onto the stage at Thornbury’s the Croxton like a feral cat jumping out of a hat, wild and raw. Mesmerising limbs, long blonde hair framing the occasional glimpse of an intoxicating face and a tall gaunt body that without notice would explode with brute force, a very rare artistic ability that would entrance the audience with the slightest gesture of pure screeching Banshee darkness.

Starcrawler have the ability to take you to the edge and beyond, leaving you with a feeling of what the fuck just happened?! Starcrawler are a mysterious, alluring, sex scuzz rock fuck machine.

Then rolled in the oh so chill The Growlers to a young and hungry ready to party sold out Croxton crowd. The vibe was wholesome, upbeat with a lot of singalongs. The Beach Goth kings were in town and everyone in attendance was high on the scent and ready to party the night away.

The Growlers played a sexy, sweaty mix of tracks that spanned across all albums keeping the eager crowd guessing as to what was coming up next. Singer Brooks Nielson interacted with the crowd keeping the party vibe high and energy levels soaring. The set was uplifting and the night felt more like a house party than a club show. All in all it was great show by both unique acts, thanks for a fucking awesome party to everyone who attended, it was definitely a night to remember!!

http://thegrowlers.com/

https://www.starcrawlermusic.com/

Photography: Nate Hill https://www.natehillphotography.com.au/

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JOSEF SALVAT UNVEILS NEW SINGLE ‘IN THE AFTERNOON’

by the partae January 17, 2020

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London-based, Sydney native Josef unveils his brand new single on selfless, consuming love ‘in the afternoon’ – a sultry pop delight that emits Josef’s signature energy of electronic-pop music with a human pulse. The accompanying official video perfectly narrates the theme of love transcending time.

‘in the afternoon’ is the second single from Josef since his return, which kicked off with ‘modern anxiety’ and it’s official video, designed exclusively to watch on your mobile phone. Sonically, a pop banger. Visually, an unnervingly pertinent and anxiety-inducing accompaniment, encapsulating the modern world of 24/7 social media noise.

Josef burst onto the international music scene in 2014 with the dark, brooding electropop of ‘Hustler’. He went on to release the critically acclaimed debut album Night Swim while quietly becoming an underground hero as a featured vocalist on tracks with the likes Gryffin and Tourist among others. He has sold out multiple tours in the UK and Europe where he also scored a #1 airplay record with ‘Open Season’, a Gold record with ‘Diamonds’ and a gold album with Night Swim in France.

‘in the afternoon’
Josef Salvat

Single out now through Liberation Records

Available to buy/stream here

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PRAISE FOR PINEGROVE “Pinegrove (recall) some of the most consistently likable rock bands of the past 20 years in their most easy going phases: There’s the rootsy shamble of early Wilco, the wiggly guitar solos and general guilelessness of pre-prog Built to Spill. But beneath the amiable surface is an intense work about one of the most important things imaginable: how to make our friendships really matter.” - Pitchfork "There's a confessional quality to the songs of Pinegrove that feels reassuring. The problems that swirl around Evan Stephens Hall's head feel universal” - NPR "Pinegrove have finally cracked the code to perfecting the warbly emo-country ebullience that only they do so well. Guitars whistle with a sticky-sweet twang, Evan Hall’s striking and sentimental poetry twisting elegantly around the band’s labyrinthine compositions." - Australian Guitar "...this ruddy cheeked collective rekindle the guileless spirit of mid-90s alt rock (Wilco; Buffalo Tom).a surge of power-chord melancholy." - MOJO, ★★★★ "The mournful peddle steel, keening harmonies and thumping analogue rhythms that ornament the deeply introspective songs of Marigold transform...into a vibrantly emphatic experience. The band is in peak form...ruggedly handcrafted tracks that capture charged moments in real time, just as Hall's trenchant, minutia-filled lyrics do." (8/10) - UNCUT “One of the most talented recording and touring bands in the land” (8.5/10) – Under The Radar Pinegrove have released their critically lauded new album, Marigold via Rough Trade Records / Remote Control. It comes with an acoustic version of new single 'The Alarmist' available to watch now. Of the track, the band says ‘This song tries to look at the negotiation of space between two people—balancing comfort and closeness with a need for independence. the song takes place in the first moment you find yourself alone after an intense experience with a friend, sorting through the layers of history, head swimming; revisiting frames of memory, seeing your relationship (& yourself in it) with startling clarity.’ 'The Alarmist' follows earlier tracks taken from Marigold: 'Moment' and 'Phase'. As 2019 turned into 2020 the band released Marigold’s lyrics and guitar tabs via their website and invited fans to record and post their own interpretations of the as-yet-unreleased songs. Fans posted their renderings online with the tag #PineTab throughout the new year. All submissions to date can be found on Pinegrove’s Instagram Page under their story highlights. Formed in 2010 in Montclair, NJ by childhood friends Evan and drummer Zack Levine, Pinegrove have released three previous albums - Everything So Far (2015), Cardinal (2016), and Skylight (2018) - to critical acclaim, garnering them a widespread and devoted listenership. Marigold features Evan, Zack, Nick, as well as Josh Marre (who, outside of his usual guitar duties, doubles on bass for this record), Sam Skinner, Nandi Rose, Evan’s dad Doug Hall, and Zack & Nick’s dad Michael William Levine. Sam also engineered and co-produced the record, as he has on every Pinegrove recording since 2015. While there is room for ambiguity in Evan's hypnotic storytelling, its thesis is anchored as always in radical empathy. This is music that makes a humble yet confident case for inclusiveness and community, for tenderness and patience in a world that sometimes seems to have other plans. “This is a lifelong project,” Zack says, “We’re always thinking about how to be better humans and humanists. It’s about how to keep going, and to respond to the world as it is right now.” Buy / Stream Pinegrove - Marigold: https://pine-grove.lnk.to/marigold Pinegrove - Marigold 1. Dotted Line 2. Spiral 3. The Alarmist 4. No Drugs 5. Moment 6. Hairpin 7. Phase 8. Endless 9. Alcove 10. Neighbor 11. Marigold Pinegrove - Marigold is out now via Rough Trade / Remote Control

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PINEGROVE New album Marigold out today Release acoustic video for ‘The Alarmist’

by the partae January 17, 2020

written by the partae

PRAISE FOR PINEGROVE

“Pinegrove (recall) some of the most consistently likable rock bands of the past 20 years in their most easy going phases: There’s the rootsy shamble of early Wilco, the wiggly guitar solos and general guilelessness of pre-prog Built to Spill. But beneath the amiable surface is an intense work about one of the most important things imaginable: how to make our friendships really matter.” – Pitchfork

“There’s a confessional quality to the songs of Pinegrove that feels reassuring. The problems that swirl around Evan Stephens Hall’s head feel universal” – NPR

“Pinegrove have finally cracked the code to perfecting the warbly emo-country ebullience that only they do so well. Guitars whistle with a sticky-sweet twang, Evan Hall’s striking and sentimental poetry twisting elegantly around the band’s labyrinthine compositions.” – Australian Guitar

“…this ruddy cheeked collective rekindle the guileless spirit of mid-90s alt rock (Wilco; Buffalo Tom).a surge of power-chord melancholy.” – MOJO, ★★★★

“The mournful peddle steel, keening harmonies and thumping analogue rhythms that ornament the deeply introspective songs of Marigold transform…into a vibrantly emphatic experience. The band is in peak form…ruggedly handcrafted tracks that capture charged moments in real time, just as Hall’s trenchant, minutia-filled lyrics do.” (8/10) – UNCUT

“One of the most talented recording and touring bands in the land” (8.5/10) – Under The Radar

Pinegrove have released their critically lauded new album, Marigold via Rough Trade Records / Remote Control. It comes with an acoustic version of new single ‘The Alarmist’ available to watch now.

Of the track, the band says ‘This song tries to look at the negotiation of space between two people—balancing comfort and closeness with a need for independence. the song takes place in the first moment you find yourself alone after an intense experience with a friend, sorting through the layers of history, head swimming; revisiting frames of memory, seeing your relationship (& yourself in it) with startling clarity.’

‘The Alarmist’ follows earlier tracks taken from Marigold: ‘Moment‘ and ‘Phase‘. As 2019 turned into 2020 the band released Marigold’s lyrics and guitar tabs via their website and invited fans to record and post their own interpretations of the as-yet-unreleased songs. Fans posted their renderings online with the tag #PineTab throughout the new year. All submissions to date can be found on Pinegrove’s Instagram Page under their story highlights.

Formed in 2010 in Montclair, NJ by childhood friends Evan and drummer Zack Levine, Pinegrove have released three previous albums – Everything So Far (2015), Cardinal (2016), and Skylight (2018) – to critical acclaim, garnering them a widespread and devoted listenership. Marigold features Evan, Zack, Nick, as well as Josh Marre (who, outside of his usual guitar duties, doubles on bass for this record), Sam Skinner, Nandi Rose, Evan’s dad Doug Hall, and Zack & Nick’s dad Michael William Levine. Sam also engineered and co-produced the record, as he has on every Pinegrove recording since 2015.

While there is room for ambiguity in Evan‘s hypnotic storytelling, its thesis is anchored as always in radical empathy. This is music that makes a humble yet confident case for inclusiveness and community, for tenderness and patience in a world that sometimes seems to have other plans. “This is a lifelong project,” Zack says, “We’re always thinking about how to be better humans and humanists. It’s about how to keep going, and to respond to the world as it is right now.”

Buy / Stream Pinegrove – Marigold: https://pine-grove.lnk.to/marigold

Pinegrove – Marigold

1. Dotted Line
2. Spiral
3. The Alarmist
4. No Drugs
5. Moment
6. Hairpin
7. Phase
8. Endless
9. Alcove
10. Neighbor
11. Marigold

Pinegrove – Marigold is out now
via Rough Trade / Remote Control

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SUPPORT FOR STUPID BABY "It's big sounding stuff from Stupid Baby. A tidy mix of shoegaze, dreamy and grunge that works so well. Keen to hear more!" - 4/5 stars - Declan Byrne - triple j (AUS) "Stupid Baby deliver deliciously dark debut 'Feline'." - Life Without Andy (AUS) NSW Central Coast-based indie-rock quartet, Stupid Baby have just unveiled their stunning debut single ‘Feline’ – produced by Simon Dobson (Bootleg Rascal) and mixed by Dylan Adams (DMA’s, Skegss, The Gooch Palms, West Thebarton). Taking cues from the likes of The Kills, Sonic Youth and The Dead Weather, ‘Feline’ is a brooding and thought-provoking slice of sophisticated indie-rock, that swiftly sets the pace with its immediate and unwavering consistency. Dynamics and structure are harnessed with finesse, as deft instrumentation provides an apt foundation for the dual vocal efforts of Liz Drummond and Jake Dobson to brightly shine. Drummond describes the motivation behind ‘Feline’: “We felt ‘Feline’ was a good introduction to what’s to come from Stupid Baby. We wrote it pretty quickly in the room together, starting with the riff. The lyrics were fairly stream of consciousness between Jake and I, which we liked. We wanted to hone in on the dual vocal thing, and for all the parts of this song to be driving, and alluding to some kind of intense relationship dynamic. It's probably one of the moodier, darker Stupid Baby songs”. Stupid Baby is made up of four long-time friends, Liz Drummond (Little May), Jake Dobson (Desert Moons), Eli Milojkovic (Sea Legs) and Will Glencross. Despite not having released any music, the band have already toured and shared stages with the likes of The Chats, The Smith Street Band, Pist Idiots, Skegss, Ocean Alley, Polish Club and WAAX. The group are set to appear at the inaugural Rolling Sets festival held in January in Coffs Harbour, alongside Hilltop Hoods, The Rubens, Mallrat and George Alice. In the coming weeks Stupid Baby will reveal an accompanying music video for ‘Feline’. ‘Feline’ is available worldwide now STUPID BABY UPCOMING TOUR DATES SAT 25 JAN | ROLLING SETS, COFFS HARBOUR NSW w/ Hilltop Hoods, The Rubens, Mallrats and more FOLLOW STUPID BABY FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | SOUNDCLOUD | SPOTIFY | APPLE MUSIC

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STUPID BABY UNVEIL DREAMY DEBUT SINGLE ‘FELINE’

by the partae January 17, 2020

written by the partae

SUPPORT FOR STUPID BABY

“It’s big sounding stuff from Stupid Baby. A tidy mix of shoegaze, dreamy and grunge that works so well. Keen to hear more!” – 4/5 stars
– Declan Byrne – triple j (AUS)

“Stupid Baby deliver deliciously dark debut ‘Feline’.”
– Life Without Andy (AUS)

NSW Central Coast-based indie-rock quartet, Stupid Baby have just unveiled their stunning debut single ‘Feline’ – produced by Simon Dobson (Bootleg Rascal) and mixed by Dylan Adams (DMA’s, Skegss, The Gooch Palms, West Thebarton).

Taking cues from the likes of The Kills, Sonic Youth and The Dead Weather, ‘Feline’ is a brooding and thought-provoking slice of sophisticated indie-rock, that swiftly sets the pace with its immediate and unwavering consistency. Dynamics and structure are harnessed with finesse, as deft instrumentation provides an apt foundation for the dual vocal efforts of Liz Drummond and Jake Dobson to brightly shine.

Drummond describes the motivation behind ‘Feline’:

“We felt ‘Feline’ was a good introduction to what’s to come from Stupid Baby. We wrote it pretty quickly in the room together, starting with the riff. The lyrics were fairly stream of consciousness between Jake and I, which we liked. We wanted to hone in on the dual vocal thing, and for all the parts of this song to be driving, and alluding to some kind of intense relationship dynamic. It’s probably one of the moodier, darker Stupid Baby songs”.

Stupid Baby is made up of four long-time friends, Liz Drummond (Little May), Jake Dobson (Desert Moons), Eli Milojkovic (Sea Legs) and Will Glencross.

Despite not having released any music, the band have already toured and shared stages with the likes of The Chats, The Smith Street Band, Pist Idiots, Skegss, Ocean Alley, Polish Club and WAAX. The group are set to appear at the inaugural Rolling Sets festival held in January in Coffs Harbour, alongside Hilltop Hoods, The Rubens, Mallrat and George Alice.

In the coming weeks Stupid Baby will reveal an accompanying music video for ‘Feline’.

‘Feline’ is available worldwide now

STUPID BABY
UPCOMING TOUR DATES

SAT 25 JAN | ROLLING SETS, COFFS HARBOUR NSW
w/ Hilltop Hoods, The Rubens, Mallrats and more

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BOOTLEG RASCAL UPCOMING TOUR DATES Tickets on-sale now via www.bootlegrascal.com FRI 17 JAN | MIRANDA HOTEL, MIRANDA NSW w/ A.GIRL + TIMI TEMPLE SAT 18 JAN | CAMBRIDGE HOTEL, NEWCASTLE NSW w/ A.GIRL + TIMI TEMPLE SUN 19 JAN | PARK HOUSE, MONA VALE NSW w/ A.GIRL + Grace Grove FRI 24 JAN | MIAMI MARKETTA, GOLD COAST QLD w/ Drop Legs + Saint Lane SAT 25 JAN | THE NORTHERN, BYRON BAY NSW w/ Drop Legs + Saint Lane SUN 26 JAN | SOL BAR, MAROOCHYDORE QLD w/ Saint Lane + Venice Queens THU 30 JAN | JIVE BAR, ADELAIDE SA w/ Richysand + Alex Hosking FRI 31 JAN | SETTLERS TAVERN, MARGARET RIVER WA w/ T$oko + The Bambuseae Rhythm Section SAT 1 FEB | INDI BAR, PERTH WA w/ T$oko + The Bambuseae Rhythm Section SUN 2 FEB | MOJOS FREMANTLE WA w/ T$oko + The Bambuseae Rhythm Section FRI 7 FEB | THE BEERY, TERRIGAL NSW w/ Nelipot + Saint Spook + Deadshowws SAT 8 FEB | TRANSIT BAR, CANBERRA ACT w/ Liv Li + Muddy Wolfe SAT 21 MAR | A DAY ON THE LAWN, HOBART TAS w/ Boy & Bear + MEG MAC FRI 27 MAR | WOOLLY MAMMOTH, BRISBANE QLD w/ Shag Rock + SCABZ THU APR 2 | MARRICKVILLE BOWLS CLUB, SYDNEY NSW w/ Shag Rock + SCABZ FRI 3 APR | HOWLER, MELBOURNE VIC w/ Shag Rock + SCABZ

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Bootleg Rascal – Reveal New Single and Video for ‘Lonely Times’, Plus East Coast Tour and Bushfire Appeal Event

by the partae January 17, 2020

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SUPPORT FOR ‘LONELY TIMES’

“What a mix of styles and sounds the Bootleg boys have chucked in the mixing bowl on this one. All up though, it’s another ultimate cruiser”.
Declan Byrne – triple j (AUS)

“All the elements of this tune are understated just enough for the electiveness to work as one — a summer tune with post-night out vibes”.
Nkechi Anele – triple j (AUS)

Currently in the midst of a 15-date metro and regional tour, Sydney-based party starters Bootleg Rascal have just unveiled East Coast tour dates and their new single ‘Lonely Times’ – produced by the band themselves and long-time collaborator Ian Pritchett (Boo Seeka, Kim Churchill, Angus and Julia Stone), with additional production by Simon Dobson (Little May).

‘Lonely Times’ is a feel good summer party anthem that shines a light on the duo’s unique genre-fusion. Melding their sun-soaked reggae and dub roots with modern day hip-hop, the track captures an unrelenting energy filled with infectious hooks, deft instrumentation and clever vocal cadences.

The release is accompanied by the music video, shot at front man Carlos Lara’s house in Sydney by Sam Brumby (Julia Jacklin, The Rubens, Ali Barter).

Following on from their sold-out ‘Yin & Yang’ tour, the group have announced another East Coast capital city run for March and April. Coming along for the ride will be Brisbane stalwarts, Shag Rock, and Sydney-based punk-rock crowd favourites, SCABZ.

The duo will also make an appearance at ‘Day on the Lawn’ in Hobart, Tasmania on March 21, sharing stages with the likes of Boy & Bear and MEG MAC.

Furthermore, the group have revealed news that they’ll be donating 100% of profits from tickets sold at tonight’s show at Miranda Hotel, to the NSW Rural Fire Service, in the wake of the current bushfire crisis.

Since their mid-2013 inception, Bootleg Rascal have released a slew of singles, an EP and two albums, all warmly received by critics and fans around the world. Multiple tracks have been added to Spotify and Apple Music playlists, high rotation on triple j and they’ve performed on the stations esteemed ‘Like a Version’ segment.

The band have continually traversed the globe playing multiple sold out headline shows in France, UK, Holland, Germany, New Zealand and Australia, and performed sold out shows in the USA. They’ve also regularly appeared on major Australian festivals including Falls Festival, The Big Pineapple Festival, Lost Paradise, Hills are Alive, Festival of the Sun and Party in the Paddock.

‘Lonely Times’ is out now

BOOTLEG RASCAL

UPCOMING TOUR DATES
Tickets on-sale now via www.bootlegrascal.com

FRI 17 JAN | MIRANDA HOTEL, MIRANDA NSW
w/ A.GIRL + TIMI TEMPLE
SAT 18 JAN | CAMBRIDGE HOTEL, NEWCASTLE NSW
w/ A.GIRL + TIMI TEMPLE
SUN 19 JAN | PARK HOUSE, MONA VALE NSW
w/ A.GIRL + Grace Grove
FRI 24 JAN | MIAMI MARKETTA, GOLD COAST QLD
w/ Drop Legs + Saint Lane
SAT 25 JAN | THE NORTHERN, BYRON BAY NSW
w/ Drop Legs + Saint Lane
SUN 26 JAN | SOL BAR, MAROOCHYDORE QLD
w/ Saint Lane + Venice Queens
THU 30 JAN | JIVE BAR, ADELAIDE SA
w/ Richysand + Alex Hosking
FRI 31 JAN | SETTLERS TAVERN, MARGARET RIVER WA
w/ T$oko + The Bambuseae Rhythm Section
SAT 1 FEB | INDI BAR, PERTH WA
w/ T$oko + The Bambuseae Rhythm Section
SUN 2 FEB | MOJOS FREMANTLE WA
w/ T$oko + The Bambuseae Rhythm Section
FRI 7 FEB | THE BEERY, TERRIGAL NSW
w/ Nelipot + Saint Spook + Deadshowws
SAT 8 FEB | TRANSIT BAR, CANBERRA ACT
w/ Liv Li + Muddy Wolfe
SAT 21 MAR | A DAY ON THE LAWN, HOBART TAS
w/ Boy & Bear + MEG MAC
FRI 27 MAR | WOOLLY MAMMOTH, BRISBANE QLD
w/ Shag Rock + SCABZ
THU APR 2 | MARRICKVILLE BOWLS CLUB, SYDNEY NSW
w/ Shag Rock + SCABZ
FRI 3 APR | HOWLER, MELBOURNE VIC
w/ Shag Rock + SCABZ

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Long-running late-night club and live music mecca Metropolis Fremantle has received a million-dollar upgrade, with particular attention paid to enhancing the club’s audio-visual facilities. With world-class, 360-degree lighting features, Metropolis Fremantle delivers a new level of club experience to Perth patrons. Metropolis Fremantle now boasts a large, high-definition stage screen, curved screens wrapping the venue’s many columns and a suspended screen above the dancefloor, connected to Australia’s only moving mother grid. LED lights with the ability to change moods and themes throughout the course of a night are used throughout the venue to create varied and unique ambience. Owner David Heaton says, “Metropolis Fremantle has been at the forefront of live music since 1991. This audio-visual renovation reaffirms our commitment to bringing the people of Perth a world class entertainment venue.” “The investment of a large amount of money into the venue is a reflection of our confidence in the club and also to reclaim our position as one of the leading nightclubs in the country,” he continues. Long-time venue booker, Jeff Halley, added, ‘With the trend towards touring acts producing a grand visual experience to accompany their stage show, Metropolis’ upgrade in facilities offers local and touring acts a similar opportunity in producing their own amazing audio-visual experience.” The renovation is part of Fremantle’s returning sparkle, after a long period of downturn in the port city. Metropolis Fremantle’s upgrade comes as South Fremantle becomes a hot spot for drinking and dining and new neighbours The Old Synagogue enters the South Terrace hospitality scene. Metropolis Fremantle, which first opened on South Terrace in 1991 in the space formerly known as King’s Theatre, has hosted hundreds of live acts and DJs over the years, including INXS, Jimmy Barnes, Snoop Dogg, Will.i.am, Interpol, Primal Scream, Supergrass and more. Coming up at Metropolis Fremantle, there’s live shows from Bastille, Pennywise, NLE Choppa x Famous Dex, The Darkness and Jimmy Eat World and more. For the full calendar of events and tickets, head to metropolisfremantle.com.au.

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METROPOLIS FREMANTLE’S MILLION-DOLLAR UPGRADE DELIVERS NEW LEVEL OF CLUB EXPERIENCE

by the partae January 16, 2020

written by the partae

Long-running late-night club and live music mecca Metropolis Fremantle has received a million-dollar upgrade, with particular attention paid to enhancing the club’s audio-visual facilities.

With world-class, 360-degree lighting features, Metropolis Fremantle delivers a new level of club experience to Perth patrons.

Metropolis Fremantle now boasts a large, high-definition stage screen, curved screens wrapping the venue’s many columns and a suspended screen above the dancefloor, connected to Australia’s only moving mother grid. LED lights with the ability to change moods and themes throughout the course of a night are used throughout the venue to create varied and unique ambience.

Owner David Heaton says, “Metropolis Fremantle has been at the forefront of live music since 1991. This audio-visual renovation reaffirms our commitment to bringing the people of Perth a world class entertainment venue.”

“The investment of a large amount of money into the venue is a reflection of our confidence in the club and also to reclaim our position as one of the leading nightclubs in the country,” he continues.

Long-time venue booker, Jeff Halley, added, ‘With the trend towards touring acts producing a grand visual experience to accompany their stage show, Metropolis’ upgrade in facilities offers local and touring acts a similar opportunity in producing their own amazing audio-visual experience.”

The renovation is part of Fremantle’s returning sparkle, after a long period of downturn in the port city. Metropolis Fremantle’s upgrade comes as South Fremantle becomes a hot spot for drinking and dining and new neighbours The Old Synagogue enters the South Terrace hospitality scene.

Metropolis Fremantle, which first opened on South Terrace in 1991 in the space formerly known as King’s Theatre, has hosted hundreds of live acts and DJs over the years, including INXS, Jimmy Barnes, Snoop Dogg, Will.i.am, Interpol, Primal Scream, Supergrass and more.

Coming up at Metropolis Fremantle, there’s live shows from Bastille, Pennywise, NLE Choppa x Famous Dex, The Darkness and Jimmy Eat World and more. For the full calendar of events and tickets, head to metropolisfremantle.com.au.

January 16, 2020 0 comments

We wanted to create a love song with a melody and lyrics that would draw people in; a love song that we can all relate to and connect with - Could You Be is “that song.” It tells a story about two people falling in love, a powerful mental and physical energy exchange between them. Could You Be speaks the truth of our emotions - much more than we can say for most present day human connection (or lack thereof) and dating. You can hear and feel the expression of curiosity, hesitation, compatibility, and exploration, when it comes to falling in love, through the lyrics. That’s what it’s about. A couple mutually compelled to explore this natural feeling of attraction. - Rian Peters (aka iamtheliving) https://www.deezer.com/en/track/769784172 https://music.apple.com/us/album/could-you-be-feat-ashleigh-ball/1482520681?i=1482520689

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We wanted to create a love song with a melody and lyrics that would draw people in; a love song that we can all relate to and connect with – Could You Be is “that song.” It tells a story about two people falling in love, a powerful mental and physical energy exchange between them. Could You Be speaks the truth of our emotions – much more than we can say for most present day human connection (or lack thereof) and dating. You can hear and feel the expression of curiosity, hesitation, compatibility, and exploration, when it comes to falling in love, through the lyrics. That’s what it’s about. A couple mutually compelled to explore this natural feeling of attraction. – Rian Peters (aka iamtheliving)