Only 8 more sleeps until Good Things Festival will be here igniting the mosh pits along the east coast of Australia.
Headlined by one of the world’s most electrifying and successful rock bands BRING ME THE HORIZON, the stacked line-up also includes Australian iconic and gold-selling larrikins TISM performing for the first time in 19 years, American heavyweights DEFTONES,
JXDN and 3OH!3 are no longer able to perform due to circumstances beyond our control but in fantastic news we welcome OCEAN GROVE and TEENAGE JOANS to the line up.
Aussie oddballs OCEAN GROVE freely fuse rock, metal, grunge, hip-hop & Brit-pop influences, pioneering what can only be described as Oddworld Music. The eclectic trio hailing from Melbourne recently released their third LP Up In The Air Forever in April 2022 to critical acclaim and have since been on a global assault touring their new brand of Oddworld Music. Having just returned from their debut headline tour across the UK & Europe in October 2022 and off the back of their biggest headline shows in Australia to date, OCEAN GROVE are set to make 2023 a career-defining year with the promise of a lot more new music around the corner…
After taking out the triple j unearthed high crown in 2020, TEENAGE JOANS, the Adelaide two-piece have not slowed down, taking out #87 in the 2021 H100, releasing single ‘Something About Being Sixteen’ and playing two sold out co-headline shows with TOWNS in Brisbane and Melbourne. They have shared the stage with Violent Soho, Ruby Fields, The Hard Aches, Clowns, The Chats, Bugs, Amy Shark and Sly Withers and performed at Summer Sounds, Mountain Goat Valley Crawl, Yours & Owls, Laneway Festival 2019 as part of the Girls Rock! Showcase and were a highlight performance at A Day Of Clarity and Stonecutters Festival’s.
We recently welcomed these additional artists..
YOU AM I are one of the most successful and internationally admired Australian bands. Centered around the prolific songwriting skills of singer/guitarist Tim Rogers, their breakthrough came at the inaugural Lollapalooza-style Big Day Out concert in January 1993. With three number one albums, a handful of ARIA awards and 11 albums under their belts, YOU AM I cement themselves as one of Australia’s most esteemed bands.
For a lot of bands, chaos & insanity are used as colourfully descriptive words for their character; for Japan’s PALEDUSK, they’re somewhat of an understatement. The electronic-metalcore powerhouse leaves absolutely nothing behind as they carve a path that is truly one of a kind. Word has spread like wildfire about these young kids from the Japanese island of Kyushu and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down. See them before they become the next global sensation that everyone is talking about.
From their immersive sonic aesthetics to their high-octane live shows, there’s nobody quite like Melbourne cinema-core masterminds THE GLOOM IN THE CORNER. Recently adding to The Gloom Cinematic Universe with their blistering sophomore album Trinity, THE GLOOM IN THE CORNER are primed to whisk your breath away onstage with their sharp storytelling, unwavering melodics and nuanced, explosive heaviness. Prepare for a sonic spectacle for the ages this December.
Deathcore flag bearers TO THE GRAVE have been focussed on dominance since their inception and show no signs of slowing down. After their 2019 record Global Warning elevated them to global awareness, they have been set on a warpath across the world to bulldoze audiences with a visceral live experience and a confronting message that demands your attention. They’ll be appearing at the Melbourne and Brisbane events only.
Start planning your day as the maps and timetables are here!
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GOOD THINGS FESTIVAL LINE UP:
Bring Me The Horizon | Deftones | NOFX (performing ‘Punk In Drublic’ in full + all your favourites) | TISM (Exclusive: First shows in 19 years!) | The Amity Affliction | Gojira
ONE OK ROCK | Sabaton | Polaris | Millencolin
In Alphabetical Order:
Blood Command | Chasing Ghosts | Cosmic Psychos | Electric Callboy
Jinjer | Kisschasy (Performing ‘United Paper People’ In Full) | Lacuna Coil
Nova Twins | Ocean Grove | Paledusk | RedHook | Regurgitator | Sleeping With Sirens
Soulfly | Teenage Joans | The Gloom In The Corner | The Story So Far | Thornhill
THOSE WHO DREAM | To The Grave* | YOU AM I
*To The Grave not appearing in Sydney
DATES AND VENUES:
Friday 2nd December – Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne (LIC AA 15+)
Saturday 3 December- Centennial Park, Sydney (18+)
Sunday 4 December – Brisbane Showgrounds, Brisbane (LIC AA 15+)
Tickets on sale now at www.goodthingsfestival.com.au
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Central Coast artist NEAV (aka Niamh Watson) releases her 6-track debut EP ‘Elegy’ today.
NEAV collaborated with a talented group of musicians and producers to bring her musical vision to life. She worked with Mario Späte (Washington, Montaigne); Jess Dess (King Princess, Brockhampton); Rod McCormack (Paul Kelly, Gina Jeffreys); David Turley (Millie Turner); and Tristan Barton (Greta Stanley). Two songs from her debut EP won the contemporary/pop category of the national Australian Songwriters Association Awards. The songs were ‘Silence Song’ in 2020 and ‘Tragic Drama’ in 2021.
“ELEGY has been in the works since the beginning of 2020. Silence Song was the breakthrough track for me as it was the moment when I discovered who “NEAV” was sonically. I had written and released songs in the past but this one felt different. Little did I know it would act as the catalyst for my debut EP.”
NEAV
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Inspired by fellow Australian artists such as Vera Blue and G-Flip, NEAV uses her voice as a true instrument whilst showcasing her innate ability to produce songs that are instantly memorable. When writing her debut EP, NEAV took cues from one of her idols St Vincent.
“One thing that stood out to me that I will always take into account when I am writing my own music is the importance of tension and release as a listener. This rule that she (St Vincent) sticks to really resonates with me because I think that the element of surprise and enjoyment in music is what makes a good piece of music.” NEAV
NEAV’s sophisticated approach to songwriting, and her rhythmic phrasing when singing illustrates her powerful intelligence that belies her youthful experiences. She writes from a place of heartfelt ideas with honesty and vulnerability. NEAV admits that she was extremely shy and didn’t say much throughout primary school, and no one knew she could sing or play guitar. She managed to hide that up until the very last day of primary school when she performed in the school talent show and ended up winning.
NEAV’s 6 track debut EP was recorded and mastered at The Nest in Surry Hills with Tristan Barton (Greta Stanley). It features previously released singles: ‘Talking To The Devil’, ‘Built The Same’, ‘Silence Song’ and the current single ‘Say Goodbye’, plus 2 new songs.
“Working before, during and after lockdown periods with a group of super talented songwriters, producers and sound engineers has been a hectic yet beautiful experience. The rest of the EP came together afterwards, with each song that was created I challenged myself to be more vulnerable and push the boundaries of who “NEAV” is as an artist. We spent a long time deciding what songs made it onto the EP and made sure that they all fit the concept we went with regarding the title. Because of this, the finished project is something that I can truly say I am proud of and can’t wait for it to be out in the world.” NEAV
Neav EP artwork by Nick Langley
18 year old NEAV is signed to Sydney indie label Double Drummer (Greta Stanley, Dominic Breen, Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird) and ORiGIN Music Publishing (Gotye, Megan Washington, Lior). NEAV’s burgeoning reputation as a live performer has seen her open for and share a stage with artists such as Greta Stanley, Bec Sandridge, The Moving Stills, Dan Sultan, Imogen Clark, Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird, Little Quirks, Elaskia and Molly Millington in well known venues across Sydney, Newcastle and the Central Coast.
With the release of her debut EP, NEAV is proving she’s one of Australia’s most enthralling and brightest new artists.
PRAISE FOR NEAV
Say Goodbye: “NEAV’s clearly got the voice and the songs keep getting stronger with each release too!”
Declan Byrne, triple j
Say Goodbye: “It’s still super early for NEAV but already you can hear a clarity and purpose. It’s emotionally charged throughout.”
Dave Ruby Howe, triple j Unearthed
Say Goodbye: “Hands down the strongest (and my favourite) release of yours yet. Consider my heart wrenched!”
Abby Butler, triple j
“Big vocal from you here NEAV amidst some subtly clever production.”
Tommy Faith, triple j Unearthed
“The future is extremely bright for NEAV”
Rolling Stone Australia
“It’s a rollercoaster of musicality, one which her vocals do justice to all the way through”
Life Without Andy
Debut EP ‘Elegy’ is out now via Double Drummer.
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It’s the news music fans across the nation have been waiting for – the 2023 BASSINTHEGRASS Music Festival line-up has been released, and some of Australia’s biggest names are on the bill!
After another record-breaking year in 2022, the Territory’s biggest and best all-ages music festival returns to Darwin’s iconic Mindil Beach on Saturday, 20 May, 2023, with the below artists set to take to the stage (in alphabetical order):
Amy Shark
Angus & Julia Stone
Babe Rainbow
Baker Boy
Guy Sebastian
Hooligan Hefs
Jack Botts
L D R U
MAY-A
Ocean Alley
Peach PRC
The Presets
San Cisco
Spacey Jane
Steph Strings
Tones and I
After a sell-out event in 2022 that attracted almost 16,000 people from across Australia, BASSINTHEGRASS has become a must-do on the national music festival calendar. Aussie music phenomenon Tones and I said she loves the Top End.
“I’m really looking forward to getting back to Darwin after playing New Year’s Eve 2020. It was a great memory and I loved the city,” she said.
Guy Sebastian said he can’t wait to head north to take part.
“I am so stoked to be heading up to Darwin to play live with my band at BASSINTHEGRASS. I love heading to the NT – the vibe up there is always electric, and the energy I get from everyone up north always leaves me and the band buzzing with how much they love music and life. See you next year, legends!” he said.
Delivered by Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) on behalf of the Northern Territory Government, BASSINTHEGRASS continues to evolve each year.
“Last year’s BASSINTHEGRASS was absolutely huge, it really was amazing,” NTMEC Head of Events and Operations Coryn Huddy said.
“This year music fans can expect an equally memorable time, not just at the festival, but also experiencing all the unique tourism experiences the Territory has to offer.”
A limited number of General Admission tickets are available for $120. Once they are gone, Final Release tickets will go on sale for $140. Those looking for a premium festival experience can purchase a limited LA COCO ticket for $285, which includes express entry, plus access to the exclusive LA COCO space, with its cruisy beach vibe. Think shady places to relax, cool cocktails and swaying palm trees. LA COCO also features private bars and amenities, an LED screen, limited-design BASS stubby cooler, and more.
All BASSINTHEGRASS tickets include a $50 Travello voucher to be used on a Territory tourism experience.
Last year’s BASSINTHEGRASS sold out well in advance, and 2023 looks set to follow suit. Grab your ticket now at www.bassinthegrass.com.au.
Riverboats Music Festival Returns In 2023 With Marlon Williams, Spiderbait, C.W. Stoneking and more!
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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
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Title: Days Go By
Label: SINPHONY
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.
Born and raised in Leduc, AB, singer-songwriter Carly
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.
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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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
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 17th); 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 12th). 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.
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