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Banoffee has shared the second single ‘Count On You’ from her debut album Look At Us Now Dad out Friday 21st February via Dot Dash (AU/NZ/Asia) and Cascine (ROW).
‘Count On You’, a full-throttle anthem fueled by blasts of jagged synths and written at the peak of the MeToo movement, is a relentlessly upbeat declaration of solidarity with survivors.
Named as one of The NME 100 and Junkee’s Ones To Watch for 2020, Banoffee is a Melbourne-born, Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter and producer with a musically transgressive and deeply vulnerable approach to pop. She has toured with Taylor Swift on a worldwide stadium tour as part of Charlie XCX’s troupe, and represents the new wave of mutant pop bubbling up from today’s queer club underground. She has been described as one of pop music’s “recent great forward thinkers” (FACT) and is known for infectious melodies that belie more unsettling, experimental textures and beats.
The album was written in the two years after the artist moved to Los Angeles from Melbourne in 2017, seeking a fresh start. Meticulously retracing her steps, Banoffee examined her life with a fine-toothed comb in order to reclaim her narrative and the struggles she’d once sung about in earlier releases. Look At Us Now Dad thus tells a story of survival—of abuse, sadness, and loss—and is a testament to the possibilities of rebirth. As Banoffee puts it: “Each track is about a struggle and achievement that anyone could experience, the ones that seem so trivial. We’re all survivors for one reason or another.”
Look At Us Now Dad will be available digitally and on vinyl. Pre-order / Pre-save via https://banoffee.lnk.to/
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“Earth Chronicles”will be released on the 24th of January on his own label: LNDKHN
“Por tu Amor… o no” single is already available including a remix by Tolouse Low Trax. “Niburu” was released last 8th of December with great success.
If something characterizes the Spanish electronic artist Landikhan, it is his open mind and his extraordinary respect for music, no matter the style, nature or origin. Two skills that the producer has always put into his productions, as seen on his releases on Natura Sonoris and Balance Music. Now, it’s time to see Landikhan express all of this in his first album.
An LP that, as its title “Earth Chronicles” indicates, is an ode to a wide collage of sound influences from different origins and cultures. Its creation took place in Fashion Beat team, many tracks were created by Vlackmotor, a member of LNDKHN’s colectiv’, and its design process has been in the hands of the digital artist Aitana Basquiat. The release is scheduled for the 24th of January on his own label: LNDKHN, a label that has been very successful in the last few years with thousands of downloads on all platforms and receiving support from huge names in the scene.
“Earth Chronicles” has eight original tracks and two remixes. “Por Tu Amor” is the opening track with a broken rhythms base and some suggestive Spanish voice in opera mode. It continues with the homonymous “Earth Chronicles” with a hypnotic nature and a selvatic imaginary. The album continues with “Babilonia”, a track that along its development takes us to Andean lands. “Nibiru” is the next track and in it the birdsongs and other sounds of nature live with evocative and rhythmic melodies full of cadence. “Interludio” is the most “old school” track on the album, its broken rhythms takes us to the ‘90s while its dark atmospheres invites us to introspection. “Quimera Cósmica” brings back more airy sounds without losing its reflexive and evocative side. The next to last track is “Eridu”, with a slow tempo and an environmental inspiration, taking your mind to a state of trance. And the LP ends with “Annunaki”; the most experimental track of the ensemble in which the classic percussions mix together with ethnic rhythms and ancestral voices. A superposition of complex layers that closes this package of tracks in an evocative and solid way.
On top of these eight original tracks are two remixes, as we said before, “Nibiru” by Progressive master Hernan Cattaneo with Martin Garcia. The result is a musical piece in which drums of ethnic inspiration mix with evocative atmospheres creating a climate of intense emotion. And “Por Tu Amor…O No”, by the renowned German artist Tolouse Low Trax. Both remixes and the originals are already available as the first album’s advances.
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EPIZODE, one of the world’s most fascinating music and art festivals, delivered the 4th edition this year – for 11 days the island of Phu Quoc, Sunset Sanato Beach, turned into a magnetic field for electronic music lovers and industry fellows. More than 12000 people from 96 countries gathered for that very special annual meeting, exploring sound and art and more than 130 artists were building up a vibe of international unity.
Previously announced ecological initiatives turned out into a strong statement on site. The festival made a big step forward to a consciousness concept thanks to the partnership with BeWater. The biggest plastic waste of any festival (water in plastic bottles) was discarded – we switched to water bottled in aluminum cans. Cup-sharing systems in all the bars meant cups from recyclable material were used, and all the disposable tableware was made from recycled sugarcane. The merchandise shop offered bamboo cups and straws, and affordable pocket ashtrays to be carried out with you and help to strengthen the idea of a community coming together to celebrate the environment while listening to good music! Two art-installations were inspired by the ecological motive too. ‘Leave no trace’ policy made a significant change in people’s mindset – you could simply see and feel it on the clean beach and shared festival environment without random trash. An organized cleaning session in partnership with local communities also helped to maintain the island’s economy not only by means of touristic traffic but by thoughtful decisions.
The territory of the festival expanded this year and in addition to a new concept market and upgraded foodcourt, we focused on the Temple area, on giving the audience more space to chill, to slow down, to meditate and heal themselves. It went far beyond the scope of the general festival offerings.
Technical and creative partnerships were an important part that took the experience of sound and light to a new level this year. A stellar collaboration between Sila Sveta and SETUP, Moscow-based creative studios famous for outstanding project on the edge of mixed-media production, meant an all new re-invention of the Main stage. Simple linear structures empowered by bold light and video content created a massive installation. Dynamic and vivid, visuals merged with the music as if the most lucid dreams became real. It was a vital development as music on the stage goes on for eleven days and always offered an extra-dimension to dive into.
Not only did the Main stage have a full-on schedule but all of the four arenas – another remarkable improvement of the program this year is a commitment to a non-stop party-time, special sunset performances and after-party hours delivered at their best. Independent showcases from the USA, Switzerland, Romania, Australia, Russia, Israel, France helped define Epizode’s identity, which is a unique and ambitious one, and is continuing to drive international unity spirit with cultural and musical diversity.
There are many reasons behind the scenes that made people feel so special. There was an air of twinkle-in-the-eye nature, building-up during the first days and born out in style on New Years Eve night. It is that kind of night most people actually wait for the whole year and it is a big responsibility to provide people with the right set for this very peculiar dance – but the reward is priceless.
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Fem Fantasy: Midsumma Extravaganza
Fem Fantasy joins force with Midsumma Festival and Common Rooms to bring you an extravaganza like no other on Friday 24 January. Featuring live electronic music, dancers, drag queens and DJs spinning tunes well into the morning in a diverse and inclusive space filled with love and warmth. Come as you (whoever you are, however you identify) and feel free to beam out your truest expression! You are all welcome!!
Get ready for your senses to be tingled, because on the night there will be live performances by an array of local artists including Lupa J, Soft Approach, Youthfire, Mo•Louie, Louv, as well as a very special lip-sync 4 ur LIFE by Milo and a dance party fuelled by Fluxx DJs taking you into the morning.
ABOUT FEM FANTASY
Fem Fantasy was founded by Melbourne electronic artists YouthFire, Atalein, Mo•Louie and Louv. With a mammoth love for music, their intention for Fem Fantasy is to embrace collaboration, inclusivity and diversity in a safe space filled with love, acceptance and warmth.
Fem Fantasy launched their first even on 22nd August 2019 at Horse Bazaar. It was such a success that horse Bazaar created a monthly residency for the event. Since then Fem Fantasy has hosted 2 more shows, inviting some incredible acts to join the bill, such as Max Lawrence, Your Girl Pho (Perth), Biond and performance artist Milo.
Fem Fantasy has now secured their biggest show yet featuring at Melbourne’s Midsumma Festival 2020. As they prepare for a big 2020 ahead one thing will always remain – that everyone and anyone are welcome and you are all included!
Common Rooms is wheelchair accessible through the Lygon street entrance with life access inside.
Fem Fantasy would like to acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of this land on which this event is taking place, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation and we pay respect to elders past, present and emerging.
FEM FANTASY: MIDSUMMA EXTRAVAGANZA
Friday 24th January 2020
Lupa J, Soft Approach, Youthfire, Mo•Louie, Louv, Fluxx DJs
+ Lip-Sync 4 ur LIFE by Milo
Common Rooms, Trades Hall, Corner of Lygon and Victoria Street, Carlton
Tickets: $20-$30 via Common Rooms
Facebook Event Link
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Bep Kororoti & Akin debut on Modern Obscure Music with four Afro influenced tracks. Bep Kororoti released a self-titled mini album on Hivern Discs’ more experimental HVNX sub-label in 2016, but he is better known for making music as Kresy. Here, Kororoti is joined by Akin, who provides vocals and saxophone on this EP. Epomuyeñ is dancefloor cut with striking percussion and strong vocals, whilst Eruobodo is a sax dominated track. Ijotiya channels the spirit of Fela and Afrobeat over a spinning bassline, whilst Love is the only way has a deep spiritual vibe and a powerful vocal. The EP will be out late February, preorder is available from our Bandcamp page.
Tracklist
A2 Bep Kororoti & Akin – Eruobodo
B1 Bep Kororoti & Akin – Ijotiya
B2 Bep Kororoti & Akin – Love is the only way
Australian electronic and ambient producer Willaris. K (Jack McAllister) today releases a collection of remixes from his debut project on Virgin EMI, ‘5 O’CLOCK’ featuring reworks from rising electronica artists TSHA, Ghost Culture and Juno Mamba. On the back of his biggest year to date performing shows and festivals around the world, the 25-year-old producer from Tweed Heads in NSW kicks off 2020 with a varied package fit for the underground.
In light of the recent bushfires in Australia, the remix package coincides with Willaris announcing a benefit show in Melbourne. The producer was raised in Tweed Heads, a small town on Australia’s east coast, also home to comedian Celeste Barber who has now raised over A$40 million in funding for the recovery efforts. Fires have destroyed a number of surrounding communities in the area.
“It’s devastating to see the damage that’s been done and the lack of urgency on prevention and climate change.” – Willaris. K
The benefit show will be held at Seaworks in Melbourne on Sunday 9 February, with Willaris waiving performance fees and donating all merch proceeds to various charities. Tickets sold out in under 20 minutes with full information available here.
Diving into the remix package, Ghost Culture gives ‘5 O’CLOCK’ an upbeat edge, introducing the compilation with an edit that transforms the synth-heavy soundscapes into weightless atmospheric melodies. Juno Mamba follows with a track that plays to the likes of Willaris’ experimental flare, building varied instrumental progressions into an unexpected bridge of spoken word. TSHA brings the package to a close, keeping the brassy elements from the original, whilst weaving in warmer basslines and emotive tones. Along with Willaris, all three artists are bringing a fresh perspective to the electronica genre with compositions that have been compared to that of heavyweights like Bonobo, Daphni and Jon Hopkins.
Last month, ‘5 O’CLOCK’ was selected as the feature track for the UEFA Champions League recap commercial, airing across BT Sports TV channels internationally as well as online and mobile platforms. In tandem with the A-side release came the ambient B-side, ‘PAST LIGHT’, a testament to Willaris’ textural sound and early days collecting field recordings in Australia. To round out a momentous year supporting RÜFÜS DU SOL across their SOLACE World Tour, Willaris returned to his homeland for a string of major festival performances including City Loop, Output, Origin Fields and Castaway.
Willaris. K will play the Bushfire Appeal Day Party benefit show in Melbourne on 9 February at Seaworks. Tickets are sold-out.
Willaris. K’s ‘5 O’Clock’ Remixes are out now via Virgin EMI
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French electronic music duo The Blaze unite with French-born, London raised rapper Octavian for « Somewhere », a one-off collaborative single. Both worlds collide in a typically moving and uplifting piece, bass synths gliding, toms popping and vocals driving towards an elusive « Somewhere ».
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GRAZZE starts 2020 on the right foot making his debut on the label Zerothree. And he does it after ending an excellent 2019, a year during which the Spanish producer released on labels such as Anjunadeep, Glasgow Underground, ZEHN Records, Einmusika and BeatFreak.
GRAZZE’s new release is an EP formed by two original tracks. On one hand, we have “In Our Hearts”, a melodic, delicate and subtle track in which the skilful producer builds an excellent bass line, furnished with a key vocal hook. And on the other hand, we have “Hesze”, a track in collaboration with George Bloom that results in a balanced combination of both of their musical tastes. Strong rhythms that give room to a darker and clubbier sound than its predecessor. This is the first, but not last, collaboration between GRAZZE and the British producer, as soon a new project from the pair will be announced.
“In Our Hearts/ Hesze” will be available on Zerothree from the 10th of January. And one month later, on the 7th of February, “Anjuna 11” will be released which GRAZZE’s track “Blessivini” is part of.
