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Wellington-based indie-pop artist Jack Panther returns with yet another  breathtaking rnew single ‘Blue Boy’, the fourth single to be released from his  upcoming EP ‘this dream i had’. The EP will be released on Friday November 13.  ’Blue Boy’ follows the release of ‘This Dream’, ‘Headlights’ and ‘Sleep’ which all  saw strong media support from his native New Zealand and European media.   “There’s an element of tension in each moment of Headlights…..It’s a clever piece  of writing;” - kiwi listen music blog  ‘Blue Boy’ is a summer-y and peachy pop song. Its glittery verses and pop  production disguise the hidden turmoil behind the song: falling in love with  someone else. When speaking of the track, Panther states: “I took a break from  writing this track to head to the beach with my friends. Whilst dipping my feet in  the water I wrote the chorus lyric ‘lover swimming in the deep blue’. Everything  about this track reminds me of summer, hell I even wrote it at the beach.”. He  further reflects: “Blue Boy has sort of got two sides to the song, summer-y and  melancholic. I felt so stuck at the time, so many conflicting emotions of love and  guilt because I fell for someone else.”  It’s clear 2020 will see an even bigger year for Panther with the release of his  debut EP ‘this dream i had’ on November 13. The EP is a collaboration with UK  based producer, Ian Barter who has worked in developing artists like Amy  Winehouse, FKA Twigs and Paloma Faith in the past. The concept of the EP was  inspired by one of Panther’s vivid and complex dreams, in particular, a dream  about the future of himself and his now ex-partner.   About Jack Panther:   Jack Panther is a queer indie-pop artist born in Auckland, but now based in  Wellington. From the first to the last track on the EP, Jack tells a narrative story of  summer love, long distance relationship and heartbreak. His writing intertwines  personal experiences with relatable feelings, which reveal Panther’s own unique  style of vulnerable and brooding indie-pop.   https://jackpanthermusic.com  https://www.facebook.com/jackpanthermusic/  https://www.instagram.com/jackpanthermusic/  https://twitter.com/JackPantherMus
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THE ENTHRALLING JACK PANTHER RETURNS WITH A TANTALISING NEW SINGLE ‘BLUE BOY’ – OUT NOW TAKEN FROM HIS UPCOMING BREATHTAKING DEBUT EP ‘this dream i had’

by the partae November 10, 2020
written by the partae

Wellington-based indie-pop artist Jack Panther returns with yet another  breathtaking rnew single ‘Blue Boy’, the fourth single to be released from his  upcoming EP ‘this dream i had’. The EP will be released on Friday November 13.  ’Blue Boy’ follows the release of ‘This Dream’, ‘Headlights’ and ‘Sleep’ which all  saw strong media support from his native New Zealand and European media.  

“There’s an element of tension in each moment of Headlights…..It’s a clever piece  of writing;” – kiwi listen music blog 

‘Blue Boy’ is a summer-y and peachy pop song. Its glittery verses and pop  production disguise the hidden turmoil behind the song: falling in love with  someone else. When speaking of the track, Panther states: “I took a break from  writing this track to head to the beach with my friends. Whilst dipping my feet in  the water I wrote the chorus lyric ‘lover swimming in the deep blue’. Everything  about this track reminds me of summer, hell I even wrote it at the beach.”. He 

further reflects: “Blue Boy has sort of got two sides to the song, summer-y and  melancholic. I felt so stuck at the time, so many conflicting emotions of love and  guilt because I fell for someone else.” 

It’s clear 2020 will see an even bigger year for Panther with the release of his  debut EP ‘this dream i had’ on November 13. The EP is a collaboration with UK  based producer, Ian Barter who has worked in developing artists like Amy  Winehouse, FKA Twigs and Paloma Faith in the past. The concept of the EP was  inspired by one of Panther’s vivid and complex dreams, in particular, a dream  about the future of himself and his now ex-partner.  

About Jack Panther:  

Jack Panther is a queer indie-pop artist born in Auckland, but now based in  Wellington. From the first to the last track on the EP, Jack tells a narrative story of  summer love, long distance relationship and heartbreak. His writing intertwines  personal experiences with relatable feelings, which reveal Panther’s own unique  style of vulnerable and brooding indie-pop.  

https://jackpanthermusic.com 

https://www.facebook.com/jackpanthermusic/ 

https://www.instagram.com/jackpanthermusic/ 

https://twitter.com/JackPantherMus

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Canadian First Nations artists SNOTTY NOSE REZ KIDS and DREZUS bring the energy and confidence on new single ‘WHERE THEY AT’
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Canadian First Nations artists SNOTTY NOSE REZ KIDS and DREZUS bring the energy and confidence on new single ‘WHERE THEY AT’

by the partae November 10, 2020
written by the partae

‘Where They At’, the new single from Snotty Nose Rez Kids (SNRK), is equal parts creative flex and moment of optimism for artists and fans alike. A fired up collaboration with fellow First Nations rapper Drezus, the single is a powerful glimpse into the wealth of talent creating music in this specific area of the globe.

The single that shines light on success regardless of obstacles and negative energy, ‘Where They At’ is SNRK and Drezus proudly stepping forward and letting people know that despite 2020 forcing a pause on normal life, they’re powering on through.

Recorded at Nova Studios in Vancouver, SNRK and Drezus each bring distinctive flow and presence to ‘Where They At’. Trap beats meet reflective lyricism, delivered straight up with wordplay and quick wit both well in effect. A song inspired by their journey as a duo and the effects – positive and negative – change can bring, ‘Where They At’ is definitive of SNRK; their energy and approach to music and life.

“A lot has changed in our lives over the years. At the end of the day, we do our best to keep our heads high and keep moving forward. ‘Where They At’ was inspired by just experiencing life. We’re letting you know we’re doing alright through all the madness.”  Yung Trybez, SNRK

Working with a talented crew of animators and illustrators, SNRK paired the immersive vibe of ‘Where They At’ with a fitting visualiser. Characters designed by Shayla Duval, edited and animated by Anthony Craparotta, with illustrations by Storm La Bass, Darren Dunn and Jess Robert, the ‘Where They At’ clip is a feel-good moment where the viewer can see SNRK and Drezus cruising in animated form.

“The video shows SNRK and Drezus rolling through our old neighbourhood and on the open road. The dog next to me is actually my dog, Chauncey, who died recently. He was a real mascot for SNRK and featured on our first album cover art and has appeared in our music videos. You can hear him barking at the start of our song, ‘Aliens vs. Indians’.” 
Yung Trybez, SNRK

Hailing from the Haisla Nation of British Columbia, Snotty Nose Rez Kids have been champions of incorporating activism and their heritage into their music, developing their own brand of Indigenous trap and hip-hop music. Since their formation in 2016, SNRK have been releasing music to acclaim. Both 2017’s The Average Savage and 2019’s TRAPLINE albums earned the duo a place on the prestigious Polaris Music Prize shortlist, and in the last three years, they have earned praise for audiences not just in Canada but abroad, including their debut Australian shows (including BIGSOUND) in 2019.

Drezus has been a known and respected artist in the Canadian First Nations scene for over a decade. Part of both the Muskowekwan and Cote First Nations peoples, and born in Saskatoon, the rapper has brought together the traditional narratives and stories of his people with fresh sonic influences. For SNRK and Drezus to collaborate on a track like ‘Where They At’, it was a no brainer.

“Drezus is experimenting more with his musical direction and I thought it’d be a great fit for us.” 
Young D, SNRK

“‘Nishtaw’ means ‘brother-in-law’ in my language. I take these guys [SNRK] as my Nishtaws because our relationship with music brought us here. They’re fuckin’ killin’ it.”
Drezus

Prior to COVID-19 restrictions coming into play globally, SNRK were set to embark on their debut headline tour of North America in support of their latest EP Born Deadly. Having to postpone their original plans, the duo is currently working on their forthcoming new studio record, due for release in 2021.

The release of ‘Where They At’ is a timely reminder that SNRK may be chilling off-road right now but best believe when restrictions lift, fans are in for a real treat. Along with its release, SNRK are rolling out a limited edition merchandise line that fans can get their hands on at their official merch store.

The release of ‘Where They At’ is a timely reminder that SNRK may be chilling off-road right now but best believe when restrictions lift, fans are in for a real treat.

“It’s a banger. We want you to enjoy it more than anything. The ‘Where they at?’ line is tongue in cheek. We’re saying, where are the  people who turned their backs, who hate online, who didn’t support us? It don’t matter ‘cos we got our braids on and we built a team of real ones. We got all we need.”
Young D, SNRK

PRAISE FOR SNOTTY NOSE REZ KIDS

“Deconstructing perceptions of First Nations people with intelligence and responsibility, hip hop duo Snotty Nose Rez Kids are at the forefront of Canada’s indigenous renaissance.”
The Line of Best Fit

“…raw truths and sharp rhymes, repping for Indigenous youth who rarely see themselves reflected in pop culture.”
Now Toronto

“Haisla Nation duo Snotty Nose Rez Kids thrive on subverting stereotypes and preserving cultural traditions. With fierce rhymes committed to the cause of decolonization, Young Trybez and Young D simultaneously nod to the contemporary hip-hop sound they employ and to environmental issues directly affecting Indigenous people.”
Complex

“Kinetic and cartoonish chemistry similar to Flatbush Zombies, as well as a bold confrontation of white supremacy with classic hip-hop tropes.”  
The Fader

“…a well-produced hip-hop album that borrows influences from the likes of the Wu-Tang Clan, Kanye, Jay-Z and Childish Gambino, but in terms of the themes and lyrics, it is an album that could only come from an indigenous experience.”
Canadian Beats

‘Where They At’ is released Friday, October 23rd.
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Thrashville Announces First Four Acts
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Thrashville Announces First Four Acts

by the partae November 10, 2020
written by the partae

As public gathering restrictions begin to ease around the country, Dashville is excited to be able to share some forward movement with the announcement of the first four acts for heavy music event Thrashville, an event destined to be held 13th February 2021.

After taking a year off in 2019, Thrashville was set to make its return as a ‘slightly heavier’ music festival in September 2020 but due to the pandemic, it suffered the same fate as all of Dashville’s festivals and was postponed to 2021.

Since the festival’s inception in 2017, Thrashville has proven to be a valuable outlet in a very sparse and challenging ‘heavy’ live music landscape, with the event proving to be one of the few grassroots outdoor heavy music festivals in existence.

Given its rarity and strong interest from heavy music fans across regional NSW, organisers are eager to ensure punters that we have full intention of the festival going ahead in 2021 in whatever form is achievable.

Ahead of further artist announcements, please welcome four hand-picked acts for Thrashville in 2021.

ASTRODEATH
Astrodeath are a duo born in 2018 as the heavy-hitting, sludge-grunge brainchild of Timmy Lancken (guitar and vocals) and Yoshi Hausler (drums). Their self-titled debut album is a concoction of tormented vocals, heavy slabs of evil riffage and titanic drums that will slap you right across the head.

BATTLESNAKE
Featuring a litany of incredible 80’s metal rock riffage and a light show to expel the retinas out the back of your head, the renaissance of Rock and Roll is here when Battlesnake annihilate a stage near you.

SCABZ
SCABZ are a driving force behind Australia’s punk scene, serving up direct and unapologetic protest in songs like ‘Feel Good Summer’, next to tales of drunken nights out with Australian Fast Bowler Brett Lee with ease. SCABZ are closing in on a full, reckless and energetic sound that no other act in Australia can match.

PurEnvy
PurEnvy hail from the steel city of Newcastle, NSW. Fusing elements of thrash metal with harmonies reminiscent of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal, PurEnvy have been perfecting their craft for many years, appealing to a wide range of heavy music fans, and attracting a loyal following along the way.

Thrashville at Dashville
Lower Belford, Hunter Valley
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HERE

Why are only four acts being announced?

Only four acts will be announced today, as this is the legal limit of how many acts can play on any given day, according to the current NSW government restrictions on the live music industry.

Worst case scenario is if restrictions on the music industry fail to ease by late January 2021, then Thrashville will expand to become a multi-day event, with four more acts being announced for an additional Friday night concert.

Best case scenario is the NSW government ease the unfair restrictions imposed exclusively on the live music industry and we can host a COVID safe festival as intended.

They amend the definitions within the Music Festivals Act (which was an act that was invented due to drug related issues, not a pandemic) and recognise that the duration of live music does not increase the risk of COVID and they revoke the limit of 4 acts per day ‘concert’ limitation.

Dashville is dedicated to the survival and growth of live music in the community. As a live music venue, will not reduce the amount of strum time for artists, or the pump time for the fans – particularly when it is clear that performing on stage, does not compromise the safety of the public in regards to COVID pandemic.

“How is it that a million people can congregate around Inner-city Sydney to watch a fireworks display? Or 40,000 people can attend a football match, or 5000 people that can attend a regional showground for a community fair, but you can’t have more than 4 acts or 5hrs of live music in an outdoor venue? The exclusive restrictions on the music industry are untenable” says Dashville promoter Matt Johnston.

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Where are you currently based? I’m originally from Auckland but moved to Wellington 5 years ago and have been loving it ever since! I live right on the beach and very close to the CBD too. It’s a magical hotspot for developing creatives - the music scene especially. I’ve been so lucky to live in NZ during covid times, my band and I are back gigging, planning tours and going to a bunch of shows every week. How did you first start playing music? I started writing poetry when I was about 15 or 16. I looked back at some of it recently and the parts where I didn’t cringe I actually felt a bit touched. I listened to a lot of music at that age and it drew something out of me. I began by finding chords and writing poetry to it, then it was the bones of a song. For a few years when I was 8 or 9 I played a little bit of piano - nothing substantial, I got bored from lessons. Later I taught myself through YouTube, learning my favourite tracks and discovering how each note related to each other etc. It was quite an organic experience for me. Like many teenagers, I tried guitar lessons but it didn’t stick. I’m still sort of teaching myself (slowly and only to try to look as hot on stage as Julia Jacklin with a guitar). What's been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far? This year has been WILD. First off I’m sooo lucky to have recorded in the UK in November last year before Covid hit. I’m pretty lucky, I had a pretty stable 7 week lockdown with my best friend and her family. They were so welcoming and I felt like family. It was a wonderful space for me to get the drive back I needed and begin the work on my EP ‘this dream i had’. I’ve been fortunate to be back working with my awesome band, working on our live set for an upcoming release show (and maybe even working on a 2021 tour). We filmed a music video a few weeks back and I’m dying to share it with you guys, collabing with the incredible, stylish director Veronica Crockford-Pound (Vogue, i-D). Also have quite a few projects cooking up in the studio at the moment - it’s sort of my fun safe space. How did you go about writing Blue Boy and what influenced the sound and songwriting ?  Blue Boy was quite an intense song to write. I was so infatuated by this person I had just met, nothing beats summer love. Then he moved away, I remember sitting on my bed on a summery blue sky day and feeling so numb. That’s when I wrote the chorus. I wrote it on ukulele and took a break from writing to head to the beach with my friends. Whilst dipping my feet in the water I wrote the chorus lyric ‘lover swimming in the deep blue’. The song gets complicated because my life was seemingly complicated. I was seeing someone else at the time. It wasn’t working and I knew it wasn’t after falling in love with someone else. I felt so stuck at the time, so many conflicting emotions of love and guilt because I feel for someone else. For two weeks straight the sky was this incredible shade of blue. I tried bathing in this new feeling of summer love and despite spending most of the time and the beach, there was an overriding sense of guilt because I didn’t know how to tell my partner. Sonically I was so influenced by the sound of summer. I wanted it’s romantic verses to be surrounded by glittery, pop production then as the pre-chorus kicks in for it to progress into turmoil and melancholy. I was listening to a lot of Father John Misty, Sufjan Stevens and Harry Styles at the time. They somehow must’ve helped shape Blue Boy’s direction. Where and when did you record/produce and who did you work with? I recorded ‘this dream i had’ over 2 weeks with Ian Barter over in the UK. I was in the UK for around 4 weeks overall, doing meetings over the other 2. I was so honoured to work with Ian, I was pretty damn nervous entering the studio on the first day, to me he was this producing god. He has this beautiful, well kitted home studio just outside of Reading. Being out by the countryside was pretty unbelievable and a great spot to get fresh air and take breaks from the studio when it was very much needed. What programs/instruments did you use? It was all recorded and mixed on Logic Pro and put  through a lot of the hardware Ian has in his studio. One of my favourite things about working with Ian was his guitar skills, he’s incredible. 5 out of the 6 tracks on the EP all had electric guitar as a main instrument. To me there’s something so sonically colourful and moody about the guitar. The rest were a lot of layered drums, synth pads, electronic textures and the occasional vocoder.  How did you approach the recording process? I let Ian take the reins with a lot of the recording process. We started around 10:30 every morning, which gave us both time to wake up, go through notes and come up with a game plan for the day. We mostly worked by doing a track a day, a surprisingly fast process for me! We’d then go till about 6pm each evening. The hardest part was already done, I had written the tracks already so it was very much just getting straight into it and laying down the parts. We started with the chords, then did drums and bass, then guitar followed by electronic textures. After that we’d then record the vocals.  Your video for your single 'Blue Boy' will be out on December 4.... It sure is. I’m SO excited for it too How did the concept for the video come about? Blue Boy was the first song for me where I wrote so openly about my sexuality. I thought I needed to find a way to do it justice, explore myself more creatively and push myself further with my different aesthetic directions. Where and when did you film and who with? Blue Boy was filmed in Kingsize Studios in Auckland, it’s well known as the place to shoot a lot of fashion shoots etc. We had an incredible, stellar team on the shoot. It was directed by one of my favourite directors and collaborators, Veronica Crockford-Pound (aka Pictvre), shot on 16mm and Super8 film by Veronica and the incredible Joseph Griffen. Featured in the video is myself and the icons Rob and Roxie. Rob also styled us all, wearing stunning brands such as Penny Sage, Zambesi, Rick Owens and more. Make-up by Global Senior Artist M.A.C Cosmetics and sweetheart Kiekie and Hair by the wonderful Sophy. How was the filming experience from concept to the final edit? I’m actually still mid filming experience hahaha, I’m yet to see the first edit! It’s so exciting working in film though as I have no idea how it’s going to turn out. Filming and coming up with the concept with Veronica was so much fun, probably my favourite part. Please tell us about your EP which will be out on November 13, what can we expect? Like it’s namesame, ‘this dream i had’ all began from an intense, vivid dream I had about the partner I had at the time, which also inspired the track ‘This Dream’. I wrote this EP spanning over 9 months, during the time I was in a toxic, long distance relationship. The tracks from start to finish tell the story of different epiphanies I had during this time. The EP begins with love songs, travels through into the complications that come with a long distance relationship and ends with ‘Crawl’, an intimate song about realising that the ball is in someone else's court to act better. It’s accepting your situation, remembering it’s a two way street. Who are you listening to at the moment? Recently I’ve been super fueled by listening to the likes of: Joji’s new album - fave tracks include High Hopes, Upgrade, Afterthought & Tick Tock LEON’s new album - faves are Die For You & Crazy/Stupid Omar Apollo’s new EP - faves include Kamikaze & Hey Boy (it’s SO refreshing to hear a major artist talk openly about their sexuality in their music) Lianne La Havas’ new album - tracks to look out for Please Don’t Make Me Cry & Courage Special mention to BENEE, very excited for her debut album, the singles are incredible I’ve been listening to a lot of R&B influenced pop and it’s certainly rubbing off on me.. What do you like to do away from music? I love spending time with friends, going for night drives and getting out of Wellington to go on walks. My weekends usually get a bit chaotic as I love going out for drinks or to parties but I guess that’s just part of being in your early 20’s…?  The older I’ve gotten the more I realise that my closest friends and I always seem to talk about philosophical things. Partly I think it helps us try and understand us as these confused creative children are suddenly forced to grow up pretty quickly. I spend a lot of my money on going out for food too... Dinners and brunches… it’s dangerous  being a good friend of mine What's planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021? Very busy couple of months ahead, VERY exciting though. It’s just jumping from one project to another. It’s great though, I love to keep busy. May or may not be releasing a music video Dec 4th. May or may not be releasing a couple of stripped back versions of tracks from ‘this dream i had’. May or may not be planning a tour early 2021. May or may not be releasing a new single early 2021. May or may not be recording new content this coming couple of months…. As I said, busy but so exciting, I reckon this EP is just the beginning. Favourite food and place to hangout? I’ve been vegetarian for around a year or so. It’s kinda new to me still, so it’s exciting finding ways to keep it exciting for me, working with lots of different alternatives and recipes.  Ooooh I am a sucker for Italian food (like fresh four cheese ravioli mmmm…), Mexican food (with 3 glasses of Mezcal pleaseeee), Indian food (with a garlic naan ofcourse). In Wellingtonhere’s this incredible vegetarian restaurant/cafe called Aunty Menas. Their roti chani (with soy slice) absolutely slaps… it’s on Cuba St, in the heart of the city. I’d recommend if you’re ever visiting! For coffee I love Swimsuit. IT’s a great little relaxed cafe with great coffee and it’s super chill to meet friends and catch up. Most Wednesday’s I go to the gig night called ‘Eyegum’ at San Fran. It’s free and features some of the best up and coming musicians in Wellington. $5 beers too, can never go a miss…  Weekends I’m pretty all over the place…  https://jackpanthermusic.com https://www.facebook.com/jackpanthermusic/ https://www.instagram.com/jackpanthermusic/ https://twitter.com/JackPantherMus https://open.spotify.com/artist/2uSgBrZHrd1cZDZKZX0PDN?si=nChsxDJJR4Kf8Qx2QYPn2Q
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Jack Panther

by the partae November 10, 2020
written by the partae

Where are you currently based?

I’m originally from Auckland but moved to Wellington 5 years ago and have been loving it ever since! I live right on the beach and very close to the CBD too. It’s a magical hotspot for developing creatives – the music scene especially. I’ve been so lucky to live in NZ during covid times, my band and I are back gigging, planning tours and going to a bunch of shows every week.

How did you first start playing music?

I started writing poetry when I was about 15 or 16. I looked back at some of it recently and the parts where I didn’t cringe I actually felt a bit touched. I listened to a lot of music at that age and it drew something out of me. I began by finding chords and writing poetry to it, then it was the bones of a song.

For a few years when I was 8 or 9 I played a little bit of piano – nothing substantial, I got bored from lessons. Later I taught myself through YouTube, learning my favourite tracks and discovering how each note related to each other etc. It was quite an organic experience for me.

Like many teenagers, I tried guitar lessons but it didn’t stick. I’m still sort of teaching myself (slowly and only to try to look as hot on stage as Julia Jacklin with a guitar).

What’s been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far?

This year has been WILD. First off I’m sooo lucky to have recorded in the UK in November last year before Covid hit.

I’m pretty lucky, I had a pretty stable 7 week lockdown with my best friend and her family. They were so welcoming and I felt like family. It was a wonderful space for me to get the drive back I needed and begin the work on my EP ‘this dream i had’.

I’ve been fortunate to be back working with my awesome band, working on our live set for an upcoming release show (and maybe even working on a 2021 tour).

We filmed a music video a few weeks back and I’m dying to share it with you guys, collabing with the incredible, stylish director Veronica Crockford-Pound (Vogue, i-D).

Also have quite a few projects cooking up in the studio at the moment – it’s sort of my fun safe space.

How did you go about writing Blue Boy and what influenced the sound and songwriting ? 

Blue Boy was quite an intense song to write. I was so infatuated by this person I had just met, nothing beats summer love. Then he moved away, I remember sitting on my bed on a summery blue sky day and feeling so numb. That’s when I wrote the chorus. I wrote it on ukulele and took a break from writing to head to the beach with my friends. Whilst dipping my feet in the water I wrote the chorus lyric ‘lover swimming in the deep blue’.

The song gets complicated because my life was seemingly complicated. I was seeing someone else at the time. It wasn’t working and I knew it wasn’t after falling in love with someone else. I felt so stuck at the time, so many conflicting emotions of love and guilt because I feel for someone else. For two weeks straight the sky was this incredible shade of blue. I tried bathing in this new feeling of summer love and despite spending most of the time and the beach, there was an overriding sense of guilt because I didn’t know how to tell my partner.

Sonically I was so influenced by the sound of summer. I wanted it’s romantic verses to be surrounded by glittery, pop production then as the pre-chorus kicks in for it to progress into turmoil and melancholy. I was listening to a lot of Father John Misty, Sufjan Stevens and Harry Styles at the time. They somehow must’ve helped shape Blue Boy’s direction.

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

I recorded ‘this dream i had’ over 2 weeks with Ian Barter over in the UK. I was in the UK for around 4 weeks overall, doing meetings over the other 2.

I was so honoured to work with Ian, I was pretty damn nervous entering the studio on the first day, to me he was this producing god.

He has this beautiful, well kitted home studio just outside of Reading. Being out by the countryside was pretty unbelievable and a great spot to get fresh air and take breaks from the studio when it was very much needed.

What programs/instruments did you use?

It was all recorded and mixed on Logic Pro and put  through a lot of the hardware Ian has in his studio.

One of my favourite things about working with Ian was his guitar skills, he’s incredible. 5 out of the 6 tracks on the EP all had electric guitar as a main instrument. To me there’s something so sonically colourful and moody about the guitar. The rest were a lot of layered drums, synth pads, electronic textures and the occasional vocoder.

How did you approach the recording process?

I let Ian take the reins with a lot of the recording process. We started around 10:30 every morning, which gave us both time to wake up, go through notes and come up with a game plan for the day. We mostly worked by doing a track a day, a surprisingly fast process for me! We’d then go till about 6pm each evening.

The hardest part was already done, I had written the tracks already so it was very much just getting straight into it and laying down the parts. We started with the chords, then did drums and bass, then guitar followed by electronic textures. After that we’d then record the vocals.

Your video for your single ‘Blue Boy’ will be out on December 4….

It sure is. I’m SO excited for it too

How did the concept for the video come about?

Blue Boy was the first song for me where I wrote so openly about my sexuality. I thought I needed to find a way to do it justice, explore myself more creatively and push myself further with my different aesthetic directions.

Where and when did you film and who with?

Blue Boy was filmed in Kingsize Studios in Auckland, it’s well known as the place to shoot a lot of fashion shoots etc.

We had an incredible, stellar team on the shoot. It was directed by one of my favourite directors and collaborators, Veronica Crockford-Pound (aka Pictvre), shot on 16mm and Super8 film by Veronica and the incredible Joseph Griffen.

Featured in the video is myself and the icons Rob and Roxie. Rob also styled us all, wearing stunning brands such as Penny Sage, Zambesi, Rick Owens and more.

Make-up by Global Senior Artist M.A.C Cosmetics and sweetheart Kiekie and Hair by the wonderful Sophy.

How was the filming experience from concept to the final edit?

I’m actually still mid filming experience hahaha, I’m yet to see the first edit! It’s so exciting working in film though as I have no idea how it’s going to turn out.

Filming and coming up with the concept with Veronica was so much fun, probably my favourite part.

Please tell us about your EP which will be out on November 13, what can we expect?

Like it’s namesame, ‘this dream i had’ all began from an intense, vivid dream I had about the partner I had at the time, which also inspired the track ‘This Dream’. I wrote this EP spanning over 9 months, during the time I was in a toxic, long distance relationship. The tracks from start to finish tell the story of different epiphanies I had during this time. The EP begins with love songs, travels through into the complications that come with a long distance relationship and ends with ‘Crawl’, an intimate song about realising that the ball is in someone else’s court to act better. It’s accepting your situation, remembering it’s a two way street.

Who are you listening to at the moment?

Recently I’ve been super fueled by listening to the likes of:

Joji’s new album – fave tracks include High Hopes, Upgrade, Afterthought & Tick Tock

LEON’s new album – faves are Die For You & Crazy/Stupid

Omar Apollo’s new EP – faves include Kamikaze & Hey Boy (it’s SO refreshing to hear a major artist talk openly about their sexuality in their music)

Lianne La Havas’ new album – tracks to look out for Please Don’t Make Me Cry & Courage

Special mention to BENEE, very excited for her debut album, the singles are incredible

I’ve been listening to a lot of R&B influenced pop and it’s certainly rubbing off on me..

What do you like to do away from music?

I love spending time with friends, going for night drives and getting out of Wellington to go on walks. My weekends usually get a bit chaotic as I love going out for drinks or to parties but I guess that’s just part of being in your early 20’s…?

The older I’ve gotten the more I realise that my closest friends and I always seem to talk about philosophical things. Partly I think it helps us try and understand us as these confused creative children are suddenly forced to grow up pretty quickly.

I spend a lot of my money on going out for food too… Dinners and brunches… it’s dangerous  being a good friend of mine

What’s planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021?

Very busy couple of months ahead, VERY exciting though. It’s just jumping from one project to another. It’s great though, I love to keep busy.

May or may not be releasing a music video Dec 4th. May or may not be releasing a couple of stripped back versions of tracks from ‘this dream i had’. May or may not be planning a tour early 2021. May or may not be releasing a new single early 2021. May or may not be recording new content this coming couple of months….

As I said, busy but so exciting, I reckon this EP is just the beginning.

Favourite food and place to hangout?

I’ve been vegetarian for around a year or so. It’s kinda new to me still, so it’s exciting finding ways to keep it exciting for me, working with lots of different alternatives and recipes.

Ooooh I am a sucker for Italian food (like fresh four cheese ravioli mmmm…), Mexican food (with 3 glasses of Mezcal pleaseeee), Indian food (with a garlic naan ofcourse).

In Wellingtonhere’s this incredible vegetarian restaurant/cafe called Aunty Menas. Their roti chani (with soy slice) absolutely slaps… it’s on Cuba St, in the heart of the city. I’d recommend if you’re ever visiting!

For coffee I love Swimsuit. IT’s a great little relaxed cafe with great coffee and it’s super chill to meet friends and catch up.

Most Wednesday’s I go to the gig night called ‘Eyegum’ at San Fran. It’s free and features some of the best up and coming musicians in Wellington. $5 beers too, can never go a miss…

Weekends I’m pretty all over the place…

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Where are you currently based? Melbourne   How did you first start playing music? Since I was a young kid - I come from a big music family, so when I was around 10 my father started teaching me guitar.   What's been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far? Covid experience at the beginning was rough as I had to properly isolate. Not so used to being on my own. But it’s been one of growth and learning about oneself as well.   Please share how you developed your eclectic style on the decks: I was a big party scene gal before I became a DJ; so I guess my development case from that experience of being on the other side of the decks. I could put myself in the shoes of those I’m playing for and learnt to have a better ear for the crowd. Playing sets that people enjoy make me happy.  Who or what influences your sound and personal style? I was raised by tv. I grew up on old reruns and movies from decades ago - not to mention having very young parents that loved oldskool rnb and hip hop. That had a lot of influence on my music and the way I dress.   Soju Gang was the Patron Saint of Bucket Hats for the latest Saintly Hard Seltzer campaign, how and why did this come about? Saintly Hard Seltzer launched a campaign leading up to Halloween & All Saints Day. I was dubbed the Patron Saints of Bucket Hats because I design them and love to wear them. I hosted a Halloween Trap DJ set on my Instagram and confession session stories on All Saints Day.  What is the Summer of Seltzer all about? Indulging yourself with Saintly Hard Seltzer!    Seltzers are having a huge moment globally and they have just hit Australia in time for summer. Saintly Hard Seltzer is delicious, with zero sugar or carbs, and has the most epic flavours including Hail Mango,  Holy Watermelon & Mint, Blessed Lime and Forbidden Pink Grapefruit.    What do you have planned for your upcoming Sunday sessions? A lot of sun and hopefully catching up with people I haven’t seen in months.   How have you managed to stay productive and creative in lockdown? Managed - not really. But I try to do what I can when I have the energy, making sure I’m not really pushing myself too hard.   Please tell us about how you started you streetwear line and what's been happening lately with it: I just finally decided I wanted to cement a vision I had for myself rather than always talking about it. I wanted to create a line for those around me to enjoy the things I enjoy in street wear; colour, comfortability, and a tool to create your own visual personality. Lately it’s been back in the works - had a set back this year with a fire burning up everything I had, so I’m back on the rebuild.   Top 5 tracks for this summer seltzer season? Kobi Spice - Shakin Ass Lauryn Hill - Ex Factor Mulatto - Bitch from da Souf Meg thee Stallion - big Ole freak Genuwine - Pony (Some are old but summer classics) What do you like to do away from music? Just enjoy others presence. I’ve missed being around people.   Who are you listening to at the moment? Lot's of Indigenous artists like Nooky, Tasman Keith, Barkaa, Kee’ahn and Mo’ju  What's planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021? Just to get back to seeing family and friends.   Favourite food and place to hangout? Korean fried chicken - Gami   https://www.instagram.com/soju_gang https://www.instagram.com/saintlyhardseltzer
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Soju Gang Talks Covid, Saintly Colab, Style And More..

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Where are you currently based?
Melbourne  
How did you first start playing music?
Since I was a young kid – I come from a big music family, so when I was around 10 my father started teaching me guitar.  
What’s been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far?
Covid experience at the beginning was rough as I had to properly isolate. Not so used to being on my own. But it’s been one of growth and learning about oneself as well.  
Please share how you developed your eclectic style on the decks:
I was a big party scene gal before I became a DJ; so I guess my development case from that experience of being on the other side of the decks. I could put myself in the shoes of those I’m playing for and learnt to have a better ear for the crowd. Playing sets that people enjoy make me happy. 
Who or what influences your sound and personal style?
I was raised by tv. I grew up on old reruns and movies from decades ago – not to mention having very young parents that loved oldskool rnb and hip hop. That had a lot of influence on my music and the way I dress.  
Soju Gang was the Patron Saint of Bucket Hats for the latest Saintly Hard Seltzer campaign, how and why did this come about?
 
Saintly Hard Seltzer launched a campaign leading up to Halloween & All Saints Day. I was dubbed the Patron Saints of Bucket Hats because I design them and love to wear them. I hosted a Halloween Trap DJ set on my Instagram and confession session stories on All Saints Day. 
What is the Summer of Seltzer all about?
Indulging yourself with Saintly Hard Seltzer! 
 
Seltzers are having a huge moment globally and they have just hit Australia in time for summer. Saintly Hard Seltzer is delicious, with zero sugar or carbs, and has the most epic flavours including Hail Mango,  Holy Watermelon & Mint, Blessed Lime and Forbidden Pink Grapefruit.   
 
What do you have planned for your upcoming Sunday sessions?
A lot of sun and hopefully catching up with people I haven’t seen in months.  
How have you managed to stay productive and creative in lockdown?
Managed – not really. But I try to do what I can when I have the energy, making sure I’m not really pushing myself too hard.  
Please tell us about how you started you streetwear line and what’s been happening lately with it:
 
I just finally decided I wanted to cement a vision I had for myself rather than always talking about it. I wanted to create a line for those around me to enjoy the things I enjoy in street wear; colour, comfortability, and a tool to create your own visual personality. Lately it’s been back in the works – had a set back this year with a fire burning up everything I had, so I’m back on the rebuild.  
 Top 5 tracks for this summer seltzer season?
 
Kobi Spice – Shakin Ass
Lauryn Hill – Ex Factor
Mulatto – Bitch from da Souf
Meg thee Stallion – big Ole freak
Genuwine – Pony
(Some are old but summer classics)
 
What do you like to do away from music?
Just enjoy others presence. I’ve missed being around people.  
Who are you listening to at the moment?
Lot’s of Indigenous artists like Nooky, Tasman Keith, Barkaa, Kee’ahn and Mo’ju 
What’s planned for the remainder of 2020 going into 2021?
Just to get back to seeing family and friends.  
Favourite food and place to hangout?
Korean fried chicken – Gami  

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Looking for a righteous tipple this summer? Your prayers are answered with the independently-owned  and locally-produced, Saintly Hard Seltzer. The brand is coming in hot, with an irreverent attitude, ready  to freshen up your summer with a bold new drink, without the usual sugar, carbs or calories.  

Health-conscious drinkers are already turning to hard seltzers like Saintly with liquor chains recording a  sharp rise in interest for seltzers* in Australia these past few months. Described as naturally-flavoured  alcoholic sparkling water, hard seltzers are seen as better-for-you options outside of traditional wine,  beers and spirits.  

At 62 calories for their 4% ABV and 89 calories for their 6% ABV, Saintly has zero carbs and zero sugar.  In addition, it’s gluten-free, vegan-friendly and made from all-natural ingredients, so there’s a lot to love.  With a tagline of “God It’s Good,” and a guiding principle of “just the right amount of wrong,” Saintly is  destined to lighten up the party as well as your palate.  

Australian made and backed by the same team (Chilli Marketing) who were responsible for Rekorderlig  Cider’s global success, Saintly Hard Seltzer aims to crack the new seltzer market wide open in Australia.  Rekorderlig’s meteoric rise to a top ten global cider brand, means that when Saintly predicts a heavenly  future for the seltzer category in Australia, their word could be gospel. 

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 After a 15-year release hiatus, System Of A Down have dropped 2 brand new songs Protect The Land and Genocidal Humanoidz as well as an official video for Protect The Land. After all these years of fans and press speculating (and hoping), System Of A Down were motivated by the recently-erupted conflict in Artsakh and Azerbaijan to release new music to raise awareness & funds to aid the people of Artsakh and Armenia. The band’s proceeds have been earmarked for the Armenia Fund.   LISTEN/BUY/PRE-ORDER HERE STATEMENT FROM SYSTEM OF A DOWN: We as System Of A Down have just released new music for the first time in 15 years. The time to do this is now, as together, the four of us have something extremely important to say as a unified voice. These two songs, “Protect The Land” and “Genocidal Humanoidz” both speak to a dire and serious war being perpetrated upon our cultural homelands of Artsakh and Armenia.    On September 27, the combined forces of Azerbaijan and Turkey (along with Isis terrorists from Syria) attacked the Republic of Nagorno-Karabakh, which we as Armenians call Artsakh. For over the past month, civilians young and old have been awakened day and night by the frightful sights and sounds of rocket attacks, falling bombs, missiles, drones and terrorist attacks. They’ve had to find sanctuary in makeshift shelters, trying to avoid the fallout of outlawed cluster bombs raining down on their streets and homes, hospitals and places of worship. Their attackers have set their forests and endangered wildlife ablaze using white phosphorus, another banned weapon.    And Why?   Because over 30 years ago in 1988, the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh (which at the time was an Autonomous Oblast within the USSR), were tired of being treated as second class citizens and decided to declare their rightful independence from the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic whose borders engulfed their own. This ultimately led to a war of self determination by Armenians in Karabakh against Azerbaijan that ended in a cease fire in 1994, with Armenians retaining control of their ancestral homelands and maintaining their independence to the present day. Our people have lived there for millennia, and for most families there, it’s the only home they and their forefathers and mothers have ever known. They just want to live in peace as they have for centuries.    There is an immediate need for global citizens to urge their respective governments to not only condemn the actions of the corrupt regime leaders of Azerbaijan and Turkey, but to also insist world leaders act with urgency to bring peace to the region and rightfully recognize Artsakh as the independent nation it is. Most importantly and urgently, we humbly implore you to donate, in sums small or large to provide desperately needed aid and basic supplies for those adversely affected with what are ever growing accounts of crimes against humanity.    The music and lyrics speak for themselves. We need you to speak for Artsakh.    Peace,   Daron, Shavo, John and Serj
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System Of A Down Release 2 Brand New Songs ‘Protect The Land’ And ‘Genocidal Humanoidz’

by the partae November 9, 2020
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 After a 15-year release hiatus, System Of A Down have dropped 2 brand new songs Protect The Land and Genocidal Humanoidz as well as an official video for Protect The Land.

After all these years of fans and press speculating (and hoping), System Of A Down were motivated by the recently-erupted conflict in Artsakh and Azerbaijan to release new music to raise awareness & funds to aid the people of Artsakh and Armenia. The band’s proceeds have been earmarked for the Armenia Fund.

LISTEN/BUY/PRE-ORDER HERE

STATEMENT FROM SYSTEM OF A DOWN:
We as System Of A Down have just released new music for the first time in 15 years. The time to do this is now, as together, the four of us have something extremely important to say as a unified voice. These two songs, “Protect The Land” and “Genocidal Humanoidz” both speak to a dire and serious war being perpetrated upon our cultural homelands of Artsakh and Armenia. 

On September 27, the combined forces of Azerbaijan and Turkey (along with Isis terrorists from Syria) attacked the Republic of Nagorno-Karabakh, which we as Armenians call Artsakh. For over the past month, civilians young and old have been awakened day and night by the frightful sights and sounds of rocket attacks, falling bombs, missiles, drones and terrorist attacks. They’ve had to find sanctuary in makeshift shelters, trying to avoid the fallout of outlawed cluster bombs raining down on their streets and homes, hospitals and places of worship. Their attackers have set their forests and endangered wildlife ablaze using white phosphorus, another banned weapon. 

And Why?

Because over 30 years ago in 1988, the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh (which at the time was an Autonomous Oblast within the USSR), were tired of being treated as second class citizens and decided to declare their rightful independence from the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic whose borders engulfed their own. This ultimately led to a war of self determination by Armenians in Karabakh against Azerbaijan that ended in a cease fire in 1994, with Armenians retaining control of their ancestral homelands and maintaining their independence to the present day. Our people have lived there for millennia, and for most families there, it’s the only home they and their forefathers and mothers have ever known. They just want to live in peace as they have for centuries. 

There is an immediate need for global citizens to urge their respective governments to not only condemn the actions of the corrupt regime leaders of Azerbaijan and Turkey, but to also insist world leaders act with urgency to bring peace to the region and rightfully recognize Artsakh as the independent nation it is. Most importantly and urgently, we humbly implore you to donate, in sums small or large to provide desperately needed aid and basic supplies for those adversely affected with what are ever growing accounts of crimes against humanity. 

The music and lyrics speak for themselves. We need you to speak for Artsakh. 

Peace,

Daron, Shavo, John and Serj

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RELEASE NEW SINGLE ACϟDC CD
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The Chats Release New Single ‘ACϟDC CD’

by the partae November 9, 2020
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Since releasing their ARIA-nominated album, High Risk Behaviour in March this year, one could be forgiven for thinking that The Chats had returned to the bong shed with a ute-load of ‘Chats Goon’ to ride out the covid shitstorm of 2020, but our dropkick mates from the Sunny Coast have hit the studio and returned with a new single, ACϟDC CD, a tribute to one of Australia’s most successful and beloved rock bands, ACϟDC.

On the track, vocalist Eamon Sandwith says “When I was 10 years old my dad took me to the Sanity in Logan and I purchased my first CD with my own money, which was Back in Black by AC/DC. I was utterly blown away at how hard this band could rock, and I played it in the car every day to and from primary school. I still fucken love Acca Dacca so I wrote this song as a tribute to one of the world’s rocking-est bands.”

Of course, there’s a new video to mark the release of the track. Directed by Natalie Sims, the heavenly homage to ACϟDC features a cameo from Eamon’s nanna, hooning around the streets of Melbourne with the boys after their never missed attendance at Sunday worship.

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HIGH RISK BEHAVIOUR AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2021

Friday, May 7 – Roundhouse, Sydney [LIC/AA]
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Saturday, May 15 – Croxton Melbourne  [U18]
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Saturday, May 22 – Capitol, Perth [18+]
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Constant Follower
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Constant Follower

by the partae November 7, 2020
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Acclaimed Scottish Dream-Folk outfit Constant Follower release their double sided single ‘I Can’t Wake You’ today.

Self-released it preludes their debut album ’Neither is, nor ever was’ on Shimmy Disc / Joyful Noise Recordings having just signed a deal with the label behind countless seminal records from the likes of Sufjan Stevens, Deerhoof, Dinosaur Jr, Kishi Bashi, and Yo La Tengo. The album is being produced by the internationally renowned Kramer.

Moments last forever, but you’ll sleep through it now,” McAll’s voice carries the wistfully bittersweet lyrics with a unifying sense of sincerity in I Can’t Wake You. The track is underpinned by the sentiment that, not only do things stay with you forever, but more significantly that in a moment of grief or great pain that time seems to stop.

The second track is more instrumental, floating over haunting strings and finger-picked guitar. Inspired by the area of Hamburg where McAll’s partner and bandmate Kathleen grew up, Altona means “all too near” in German. “It’s okay,” he says throughout the track, “It’s okay…”

Where are you currently based? 

We’re based in the tiny city of Stirling in Scotland. It’s a great wee place with a beautiful castle on the hill and the mountains within walking distance.   

What’s been happening recently and how has your Covid experience been so far?

The lockdowns have been hard because of not being able to play live shows. I miss that. And I miss seeing other live music. I’ll be quite happy to never see another livestream again! Ha! But I think one thing the livestreams have shown us is that the people on stage are only a part of what makes live music so special. When you lose the audience and the setting, it just feels empty. I’ve put the time to good use – working on making this album special and reconnecting.  

How did you first start playing music? 

I asked to learn piano when I was about 6. My parents were recommended a teacher who took lessons in a nearby church when there weren’t services on. One of my only childhood memories relates to this. I remember walking in for the first time – all the lights were off in the church except a dull light over the grand piano in the far corner. This old guy was hunched over, playing something very sad that filled the room. I remember the smell of candles and damp. I loved going to that old guy. My parents say that he was often drunk when we went and short tempered and grumpy. But I loved him. And, though his problems caught up with him pretty soon after we started together, it was that small handful of lessons with that troubled old guy that started me off playing music.  

When was Constant Follower formed? 

I‘d been writing some songs for a couple of years and played them out once. Which went well but I felt like I wanted to be able to present the songs in a fuller context. Kurd started playing guitar with me after we got talking at a gig a few years ago and the band has expanded since then to include Kessi and Amy as well as a few other collaborators like Kenny Bates who plays guitar on a few songs on the album. The band around me is a fluid entity, always with the key purpose of serving the songs. 

Your single ‘I Can’t Wake You’ is out now. What inspired you to write this track?

In the song is the phrase “moments last forever”, which is kind of about how our perception of time is completely relative to what is going on in the moment, but also about how momentary events stay with you indefinitely. We’re all aware of how time seems to stand still in moments of shock. I was attacked from behind one night and had a bottle smashed over my head. I remember seeing the sparkling shards of crystal tinkling past my head onto the ground in slow motion. They kind of hung in the air before time sped up to normal again and I realised what had happened. Stopping time like this, it’s a superpower!

Tell us about the accompanying video for the track? 

The video was made by this fiercely creative Swedish/German artist called Nathalia van de Kerst. Nathalia was helping a friend clear the basement of an old house in Froseke when they came upon a box full of glass negatives from the earliest days of photography, depicting life in old Sweden. The images seem to marry to the music in a very special way. 

What’s your songwriting process like? 

There’s no process really – I just try and play guitar a lot so that I’m ready whenever a song starts to come. Every now and then a small phrase pops into my head that seems like it has something attached to it; I’ll sit down and sing it, then the next bit will come and on and on in a kind of linear fashion until there’s a full song. Most often I don’t know what I mean by the song in the moment, only later do I attribute meaning in the same way someone else does when they hear it. And that meaning changes when things in my life change. I don’t ever try to force a song out – they just come when they’re ready.

What instruments and equipment is behind Constant Follower’s sound?

Well, there are no drums to worry about – that makes it a lot easier to play live! That rhythmic element comes from my fingerpicked acoustic guitar, which is most always at the centre of the arrangements. Over that I layer synths and guitar parts from Kurd and Kenny, both of whom have very different styles. Kurd has these incredible floaty, swelling, lush sounds that fill out the acoustic guitar perfectly. But I think the most important element in the ‘sound’ if there is one, is Amy and Kessi’s backing vocals. There’s just something about the way they each sing. Amy has the most beautiful and unique voice.   

What’s the inspiration behind the title of the debut album, ‘Neither is, nor ever was…’, due to be released in March?

That’s a long, and personal, story… 

Can you tell us a bit about the album’s production?

We initially went into the studio with a Glasgow producer to make the recordings for the album. But the studio environment didn’t suit the intimacy of the songs. I wasn’t very happy with the performances – don’t get me wrong, the recordings were lovely, but there was something about the ‘feel’ that wasn’t right. So I decided to improve my own studio and have another shot at the songs, which has paid off. I learned that if I’m sitting writing these songs late at night while my daughter sleeps in the next room, then the best way to capture that feeling is to make the recordings in the same way. We’ve been very lucky that Kramer, the producer who discovered Low and Daniel Johnston, heard my music through a mutual friend and offered to mix the record.   

How do you spend your time when you’re not making music?

I get outside into nature as much as possible. The hills are so near that there’s really no excuse not to spend a lot of time there. Being a musician is hard work for no pay, so it’s essential to nurture your mental health in any way you can – being in nature is the best cure.  

Who are you listening to at the moment?

I’ve been listening a lot to the Cinder Well record. Man, it’s beautiful… devastating, but beautiful. I’ve also been improving my knowledge of Mark Tranmer’s music. He lives locally now and we’ve been meeting for coffees and music chats. He and Roger Quigley were The Montgolfier Brothers. Roger’s recent passing has brought new attention to their incredible work ‘Seventeen Stars’, which is just the most wonderful record and well worth getting to know. 

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Chart-topping regular Robin Schulz remixes David Guetta and Sia’s ‘Let’s Love’
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Chart-topping regular Robin Schulz remixes David Guetta and Sia’s ‘Let’s Love’

by the partae November 7, 2020
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Following on from a stunning remix by Dutch genius CESQEAUX and a hugely popular Future Rave rework, David Guetta and Sia’s ‘Let’s Love’ gets a vibey house treatment courtesy of the legendary Robin Schulz. Known for his chart-topping remixes, the German DJ and producer excels with his newest gem.

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Opening with a calm beat which soon makes way for Sia’s voice, the track builds up to a suppressed beat. Symphonic melodies kick in and soon transform into plucked strings and spiraling synths, which add a true 80’s feel to the track. When the chorus hits, crushing and throbbing kicks add elated swirls to Sia’s poignant vocals which echo blissfully into the abyss. With the arp filtering into clarity, setting pulses racing and spines tingling, Schulz’s remix of ‘Let’s Love’ is set to be yet another of one his masterpieces.

‘Let’s Love’ hit #1 on the iTunes Global Chart, #2 on the USA Dance Radio Chart, #2 on the European Radio Chart, #6 on the Shazam Global Chart and has picked up over 60 million video plays and streams to date.

About David Guetta

 

There are artists and entertainers who achieve stardom and popularity, but few have the influence and endurance to redraw borders between genres and reshape the industry’s dynamics. “When Love Takes Over,” the first single of his 2009 album ‘One Love’, hit #1 in the UK, the Guetta- produced Black Eyed Peas song “I Gotta Feeling” became a worldwide hit, topping the charts in 17 countries. Over the decade since, Guetta’s success has been off the charts. Globally, he’s racked up over 50 million record sales, whereas his total number of streams is over 10 billion. He has received numerous Platinum and Gold certifications, was named ‘EDM Power Player’ by Billboard, and won two Grammy Awards out of six nominations. Besides his hard-won DJ skills, he is prolific in the studio, working with artists like Madonna, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Snoop Dogg, Martin Garrix, Usher, Sia, John Legend, Nicki Minaj, Sean Paul, Kelly Rowland, Showtek, Avicii, Ne-Yo, and Akon, for starters. His seventh studio album titled ‘7’, included huge electronic pop tracks like “2U” with Justin Bieber, “Flames” with Sia, “Don’t Leave Me Alone” with Anne-Marie, “Goodbye” with Jason Derulo, Nicki Minaj and Willy William and “Say My Name” with J Balvin and Bebe Rexha plus a second disc of underground dance tracks, recorded under Guetta’s Jack Back alias. With his wide-reaching and game-changing approach, he is more than just a DJ and producer: he’s made dance music reach the mainstream, fused urban, electronic and pop music into new popular genres, and managed to stay on top of the game for decades. David Guetta is surely not done with showing the world his incredible sound and it is safe to say that at this stage in his career, David knows exactly where to take it next.
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LISTEN TO SNAKEHIPS REMIX HERE GORGON CITY - 'BURNING' FEAT. EVAN GIIA (SNAKEHIPS REMIX) POSITIVA OUT NOW House music heavyweights Gorgon City have recently released their latest single ‘Burning’ featuring vocals from rising Brooklyn based singer Evan Giia.  They continue to blaze a trail with a series of strong re-rubs including their own ‘Terrace Dub’ and new ‘Ben Hemsley’ remix which are both out now.   They now add to the package inviting fellow DJ producer duo Snakehips to present their inimitable take on the release. Snakehips need little introduction, the London producers Oliver Lee and James Carter burst onto the scene with 2015's "All My Friends" (featuring Chance the Rapper and Tinashe). A release that went on to be certified platinum in several countries and won them an Ivor Novello Award for best contemporary song. They went on to amass hundreds of millions of streams and record sales. Since then they have worked with Zayn, MØ, Anderson .Paak. and Joey Badass continually evolving their sound and always remaining fresh and innovative.   Here they take Gorgon City’s ‘Burning’ and rework it in their own style, giving it a breezy pop dance feel. Still effectively retaining a house flavour, it features a smooth and funky electronic baseline, incorporating elements of R&B,  floating vocals and a definite summer sounding vibe.   Rounding off the package perfectly and displaying their outstanding production experience Snakehips deliver a version that will surely peak in steaming playlists everywhere.   Gorgon City ‘Burning’ feat. Evan Giia (Snakehips Remix) is out now on Positiva / EMI. Connect with Gorgon City Connect with Snakehips
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LONDON DJ PRODUCER DUO SNAKEHIPS REMIX GORGON CITY ‘BURNING’ FEAT. EVAN GIIA, BRINGING A BREEZY SUMMER SOUNDING POP DANCE FEEL THAT ONLY THEY CAN DELIVER…

by the partae November 7, 2020
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House music heavyweights Gorgon City have recently released their latest single ‘Burning’ featuring vocals from rising Brooklyn based singer Evan Giia.  They continue to blaze a trail with a series of strong re-rubs including their own ‘Terrace Dub’ and new ‘Ben Hemsley’ remix which are both out now.

They now add to the package inviting fellow DJ producer duo Snakehips to present their inimitable take on the release. Snakehips need little introduction, the London producers Oliver Lee and James Carter burst onto the scene with 2015’s “All My Friends” (featuring Chance the Rapper and Tinashe). A release that went on to be certified platinum in several countries and won them an Ivor Novello Award for best contemporary song. They went on to amass hundreds of millions of streams and record sales. Since then they have worked with Zayn, MØ, Anderson .Paak. and Joey Badass continually evolving their sound and always remaining fresh and innovative.

Here they take Gorgon City’s ‘Burning’ and rework it in their own style, giving it a breezy pop dance feel. Still effectively retaining a house flavour, it features a smooth and funky electronic baseline, incorporating elements of R&B,  floating vocals and a definite summer sounding vibe.

Rounding off the package perfectly and displaying their outstanding production experience Snakehips deliver a version that will surely peak in steaming playlists everywhere.

Gorgon City ‘Burning’ feat. Evan Giia (Snakehips Remix) is out now on Positiva / EMI.
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Oliver Heldens launches Commercial Dance label OH2 with gorgeous Party Pupils collab ‘Set Me Free’
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Oliver Heldens launches Commercial Dance label OH2 with gorgeous Party Pupils collab ‘Set Me Free’

by the partae November 7, 2020
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A prolific producer like Oliver Heldens can’t be held down to just one label, or one alias, or one style. That’s why he’s launching another label within the Heldeep Family called OH2 Records, catering to the more commercial leaning, streaming focused  productions — with Heldeep releasing the taste maker club and house records.

OH2 Records launches on November 6 with the release of the joyous new single ‘Set Me Free’: a collaboration with acclaimed duo Party Pupils, who found fame covering ‘90s R&B classics in a modern dance style and features the luscious vocals of MAX. Sweet synth chord stabs kick the track off as MAX’s soulful performance set the tone. Brooding low end energy hovers in the distance, the drop arrives with punchy beats and rubbery bass to allow the glorious refrain to explode into life. Lush vocal harmonies deck out the break as the track strips down to its bones, reaching us to an exuberant climax where MAX’s falsetto vocal takes the track up another notch. It’s a masterclass in pure dance pop perfection, with plenty of that distinctive Heldens energy in its engine.

“With Heldeep I’ve always been very focused on expanding the horizons of more club-oriented sounds. Since launching the label a little over 5 years ago we’ve had so many highlights and become a very versatile label in that space, which I’m really pleased about. A typical example for this in 2020 was our success with Moguai & Kai Tracid’s ‘DT64’, which became a big hit in the Techno world, something I didn’t expect to accomplish with the Heldeep label when I started it in 2015.
However, I haven’t really been able to focus on the more Dance/Pop side of things with Heldeep (with the exception of a couple of my own tracks) so my team and I decided to expand the Heldeep Label group and launch ‘OH2 Records’ which will focus on the more melodic and Dance/Pop leaning music.
‘Set Me Free’ feels like the perfect record to me to kickstart OH2 – It just has this nicely balanced blend of Dance/Pop, Disco and Future House elements.
Party Pupils and I have been wanting to do something together for a while, because we thought it would be really interesting to combine our styles, and we’re super happy how this turned out. Also a big shout out to MAX who really nailed the vocals on this one! I hope you also like it :)”, says Oliver Heldens.

Party Pupils went viral in 2016 with their covers of OutKast ‘Ms. Jackson’ and Ginuwine’s ‘Pony’ before soon branching out into some magnificent original material. Their debut album ‘Neon From Now On’ has been one of the standout dance albums of 2020, and after being on Heldens’ radar for a while, this perfect partnership has finally come to fruition. It’s been truly worth the wait.

It’s been a huge year for Oliver with recent releases including ‘Somebody’, ‘Kronos’ (HI-LO), groovy remix of Solardo & Paul Woolford’s ‘Tear It Up’, ‘Break This Habit’ with Kiko Bun, ‘Rave Machine’, ‘Details’, ‘Take A Chance’, ‘The G.O.A.T’,, LAZERSX999 and his remix for Justin Timberlake and SZA’s hit single, ‘The Otherside’.. He has been one of the most prolific artists during the pandemic, with We Rave You naming his live stream from The Royal Concertgebouw in Amsterdam as their ‘Set Of The Year’. It also helped to raise over $70,000 for Equal Justice Initiative and Color Of Change in collaboration with Digital Mirage, meanwhile Oliver is working with David Solomon (Chairman & CEO of Goldman Sachs) and his Payback label to raise funds for those struggling with addiction. He also headlined the Formula One season opener to over half a million people worldwide, and Beatport recently revealed him as their bestselling Dance Artist of the last year. Katy Perry also called his remix of her recent single ‘Daisies’ her favourite remix of all time , and added it to her album as a result.

‘Set Me Free’ is out now on OH2 Records!

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Where are you based? Montreal, Quebec, Canada Your debut album ‘The Second Renaissance’ will be released November 6 2020, what influenced its sound? Every emotion in my body and my love for Metal. In this album, the tracks are made anywhere from a couple of months ago to 8 years ago. Older tracks I revisited and cleaned up. The sum of it all tho is a collective of my emotions that express me.  What is the inspiration behind the title of the album? It expresses change, understanding one's past, and moving forward in a new light. A lot of the inspiration came from the animated series The Animatrix. We are entering a new era. How did you approach the recording and production process? Considering it was all done over an extensive amount of time there were many different processes at the beginning full digital and eventually a healthy mix of analog, vst, and samples.  How did you first start playing music and how did this evolve into electronic music? I first started playing music when I was 6 learning the piano, I eventually moved over to drums, later I joined a metal band called Bleeding Halo. We did some small shows and "tour" which was just one other province but In Montreal, we had many shows. From there I moved over to electronic music which became my obsession.  What’s your creative process like? I like to start my day with music. I open Ableton on an empty canvas and usually start with a kick. I take some time with the kick as the kick brings different emotions, heavy bass rumbling kick reminds me more of aggression as a small light kick with attack may bring something more melodic. From there I complete the drums and focus on the leads and hooks. All this is layered until I have the peak of the track. Once that's done I move over to layout.  Your label Starskream is named after DJ Starscream - Slipknot’s turntablist. How much do bands like Slipknot influence the techno you create?  An incredible amount, a large portion of my day is listening to Metal, I get so many ideas that I want to incorporate in my techno, from guitar riffs to drum rolls, screams, effects, and song titles.  Why did you decide to start your own label? As much as I love finding new music to share with the world, I wanted to do the same with talent. I wanted to be a platform for individuals to have a shot at showcasing their art. As well, I wanted a label that represents metal, healing aggression.  How has 2020 felt for you creatively? It has had its ups and downs, full of doubt, second chances, and ambition. Each day is never the same but I push through. I also have 2 alias which helps me stay creative. Melora is synthwave and Three Faces Of Eve is faster-paced techno.  What artists are you most excited about right now? Remy-X has been on my radar for some time I'm loving his music, Alexander Wittenby is swimming in talent, and Aahan another artist I've been watching climb to the top. These 3 are the first to come to mind. 
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Atroxx

by the partae November 7, 2020
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With releases on an array of respected underground labels, including his own Starskream, Atroxx is respected and admired across the techno world, courting favour with both his peers and more established heads. A drummer since his teens, he has a distinct approach to drum programming, with acute awareness of the power of beats and their critical role in techno music. As a DJ he is equally switched on, commanding the dance floor with powerful layered mixes, potent percussion and mesmerising atmospherics.   
The album is a culmination of the last eight years and incorporates a wide range of styles from tribalesque rhythms to minimal aesthetics, experimental to all out techno all rooted in his own individual sound. Atroxx’s aim is to tell a story, using the album format to really explore the many shades and textures within techno and beyond. 
 
Surrounded by music when he was growing up – his father runs one of the oldest music schools in Montreal – it was inevitable Atroxx would become a musician himself. The album signifies a rebirth, a new phase for Atroxx who continues to push himself, artistically and personally. His core intention is to break down elitism; from within the techno world, to wider society, government and beyond in the name of equality, fairness and humanity.

 

Where are you based?

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Your debut album ‘The Second Renaissance’ will be released November 6 2020, what influenced its sound?

Every emotion in my body and my love for Metal. In this album, the tracks are made anywhere from a couple of months ago to 8 years ago. Older tracks I revisited and cleaned up. The sum of it all tho is a collective of my emotions that express me. 

What is the inspiration behind the title of the album?

It expresses change, understanding one’s past, and moving forward in a new light. A lot of the inspiration came from the animated series The Animatrix. We are entering a new era.

How did you approach the recording and production process?

Considering it was all done over an extensive amount of time there were many different processes at the beginning full digital and eventually a healthy mix of analog, vst, and samples. 

How did you first start playing music and how did this evolve into electronic music?

I first started playing music when I was 6 learning the piano, I eventually moved over to drums, later I joined a metal band called Bleeding Halo. We did some small shows and “tour” which was just one other province but In Montreal, we had many shows. From there I moved over to electronic music which became my obsession. 

What’s your creative process like?

I like to start my day with music. I open Ableton on an empty canvas and usually start with a kick. I take some time with the kick as the kick brings different emotions, heavy bass rumbling kick reminds me more of aggression as a small light kick with attack may bring something more melodic. From there I complete the drums and focus on the leads and hooks. All this is layered until I have the peak of the track. Once that’s done I move over to layout. 

Your label Starskream is named after DJ Starscream – Slipknot’s turntablist. How much do bands like Slipknot influence the techno you create? 

An incredible amount, a large portion of my day is listening to Metal, I get so many ideas that I want to incorporate in my techno, from guitar riffs to drum rolls, screams, effects, and song titles. 

Why did you decide to start your own label?

As much as I love finding new music to share with the world, I wanted to do the same with talent. I wanted to be a platform for individuals to have a shot at showcasing their art. As well, I wanted a label that represents metal, healing aggression. 

How has 2020 felt for you creatively?

It has had its ups and downs, full of doubt, second chances, and ambition. Each day is never the same but I push through. I also have 2 alias which helps me stay creative. Melora is synthwave and Three Faces Of Eve is faster-paced techno. 

What artists are you most excited about right now?

Remy-X has been on my radar for some time I’m loving his music, Alexander Wittenby is swimming in talent, and Aahan another artist I’ve been watching climb to the top. These 3 are the first to come to mind. 

Available now on Beatport: https://bit.ly/3jA4XfG

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Created by Lin Gardiner, Julia Sound is a BC music collective that is 100% female written, performed and produced - with further diversity focusing on Bi-POC and/or LGBTQ2S+ artists.  For this debut single, Gardiner created a lighter sounding hip hop beat, which has a  melancholic undercurrent. Megasonic appears on the track, and the featured hook singer, Keely Halward, added her soulful folk voice for a memorable chorus.  For the EP, Gardiner collaborated with different singers and rappers for each song, creating a collection of evocative, ethereal, electronica-based, vocal-led music. Gardiner has always been drawn to and influenced by bands like Massive  Attack, Tricky and Leftfield, and has followed in their footsteps with this approach of different  featured performers on each of the tracks.  Inspiration for the project’s name is from ‘Julia Sound’ - an unexplained sound discovered  by scientists in the 90’s, most likely created by the shifting of an iceberg on the ocean floor. The  sample that exists of that sound is mysterious and dark. https://open.spotify.com/album/5NuwAMujBSvit8E12ikGWR?highlight=spotify:track:660HPVHZHCRHL7w4sBBmEe https://boomsmackrecords.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BoomsmackRecords/ https://www.instagram.com/boomsmackrecords/
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Julia Sound “Look To Tomorrow’ Premiere

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Created by Lin Gardiner, Julia Sound is a BC music collective that is 100% female written, performed and produced – with further diversity focusing on Bi-POC and/or LGBTQ2S+ artists.  For this debut single, Gardiner created a lighter sounding hip hop beat, which has a  melancholic undercurrent. Megasonic appears on the track, and the featured hook singer, Keely Halward, added her soulful folk voice for a memorable chorus.  For the EP, Gardiner collaborated with different singers and rappers for each song, creating a collection of evocative, ethereal, electronica-based, vocal-led music. Gardiner has always been drawn to and influenced by bands like Massive  Attack, Tricky and Leftfield, and has followed in their footsteps with this approach of different  featured performers on each of the tracks.

Inspiration for the project’s name is from ‘Julia Sound’ – an unexplained sound discovered  by scientists in the 90’s, most likely created by the shifting of an iceberg on the ocean floor. The  sample that exists of that sound is mysterious and dark.

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This November 27th, Tsuki is to release a long awaited debut album titled Redemption on the Crucast label. Across 13 fantastic new tracks it lays out his unique vision for drum & bass and cements his reputation as one of the most exciting artists out there.  Ahead of the release of Tsuki's album the celebrated drum & bass producer serves up three teaser singles from it: Over VIP lands on 6th November, which you can preview here followed by ‘Repeat’ on November 13th and ‘Spotlight’ on November 20th, all on Cruscast.  Red hot UK artist Dom Boyle aka Tsuki who’s based in Birmingham has consistently broken down barriers since first emerging. He has previously been nominated for the Best Newcomer in the Drum & Bass Awards and in normal times plays shows all over the world.  His every new tune is packed with big riff magic, booty-shaking basslines and hands-in-the air energy and his debut album is no exception. As always with Tsuki, each of the 13 tracks find the artist really cut loose with a raw jump up sound that is designed to get you so hot under the collar you'll disown clothing for the rest of your life. The first track to be shared from the album is the ‘Over’ VIP, a real gem with a huge vocal tugging at the emotions while the raw, crashing beats power onwards and a monster bassline does the ultimate damage. It’s the album opener for a reason and it really does set the tone for the rave that’s to follow. Over the next few weeks, two more singles get unveiled and we really can’t wait to share the explosive full length album at the end of this month. -----  Preview Tsuki’s Over VIP Stream: https://soundcloud.com/crucast/tsuki-over-vip  Release Date: Friday 6th November Tsuki  Socials: https://www.facebook.com/tsukidn https://soundcloud.com/tsukidnb https://www.instagram.com/tsukiuk/ Crucast Website: http://www.crucast.com/  Socials: http://www.facebook.com/crucast  http://soundcloud.com/crucast  https://www.instagram.com/crucast_/
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Tsuki unveils first single ‘Over’ VIP from upcoming ‘Redemption’ album on Crucast

by the partae November 6, 2020
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This November 27th, Tsuki is to release a long awaited debut album titled Redemption on the Crucast label. Across 13 fantastic new tracks it lays out his unique vision for drum & bass and cements his reputation as one of the most exciting artists out there.
Ahead of the release of Tsuki’s album the celebrated drum & bass producer serves up three teaser singles from it: Over VIP lands on 6th November, which you can preview here followed by ‘Repeat’ on November 13th and ‘Spotlight’ on November 20th, all on Cruscast.
Red hot UK artist Dom Boyle aka Tsuki who’s based in Birmingham has consistently broken down barriers since first emerging. He has previously been nominated for the Best Newcomer in the Drum & Bass Awards and in normal times plays shows all over the world.
His every new tune is packed with big riff magic, booty-shaking basslines and hands-in-the air energy and his debut album is no exception. As always with Tsuki, each of the 13 tracks find the artist really cut loose with a raw jump up sound that is designed to get you so hot under the collar you’ll disown clothing for the rest of your life.
The first track to be shared from the album is the ‘Over’ VIP, a real gem with a huge vocal tugging at the emotions while the raw, crashing beats power onwards and a monster bassline does the ultimate damage. It’s the album opener for a reason and it really does set the tone for the rave that’s to follow.
Over the next few weeks, two more singles get unveiled and we really can’t wait to share the explosive full length album at the end of this month.
Preview Tsuki’s Over VIP
Stream: https://soundcloud.com/crucast/tsuki-over-vip
Release Date: Friday 6th November
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Psychedelic Porn Crumpets have today returned with a new set of brilliantly warped visuals to match their latest single, ‘Tally-Ho!’. Taken from their forthcoming fourth studio album SHYGA! The Sunlight Mound, ‘Tally-Ho!’ has proven a massive and successful return from the West Australian psych heroes.   In a year where they have been kept from their usual hectic tour schedule, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets have instead been pouring their efforts into the preparation of their next chapter and with the release of ‘Tally-Ho!’, the band is reminding fans that they’re ready and raring to go.   The video for ‘Tally-Ho!’ is another masterful Oliver Jones concoction, part of a music video trilogy the artist will complete in the New Year. The ‘Tally-Ho!’ video is an intergalactic affair, brought to life with great claymation effects.   “It was super fun to work on another video for the guys . That said I thought Mr Prism was a full on/intense video to produce, however this is on a whole other level. Last time I was given an idea to go on, this time I was given a blank canvas. And me being me I made it even more difficult for myself by having triple the locations/characters/vehicles/shots. You always want to push what you have done before, try new things and do it even bigger and better before and I hope between Brandon and myself we did just that!” Oliver Jones, Better Feeling Films    “If you like Wallace & Gromit, Star Wars and big bulbs of meth then boy we've got a treat for you! This video is the exemplar of Porn Crumpets' existence. The attention to detail is absurd, the whole animation is teeming with extravagant effects, ridiculously well crafted props and sets with highly imaginative character designs. I've always loved music which features those extra intricacies, it lets the listener realise you're aware of what you're crafting and when you're in tune together that's where the fun begins. We're in his world now and he'll take us where he wants. Pretty sure Pixar will be knocking on his door soon (If people still knock on doors). This is the second instalment of a trilogy of music videos with Ollie. In my opinion this is the best collaboration we've ever scaled, piss ya pants good.” Psychedelic Porn Crumpets Jack McEwan   The release of ‘Tally-Ho!’ in the second half of 2020 has positioned Psychedelic Porn Crumpets well to embark on their new SHYGA! The Sunlight Mound era, upon its release in February 2021. Off the back of ‘Mr. Prism’, the single has not just provided another early taste of the new album, but has reaffirmed the band’s love for the craft - making music that not only speaks strongly to their unique musical identity, but has long lasting appeal.   Drawing recent domestic and international praise from the likes of Spotify, Apple Music, Triple J, BBC Radio One, Radio X and titles including NME, CLASH, The Line Of Best Fit and Rolling Stone Australia, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets are continued masters at generating hype and intrigue around their projects.  PRAISE FOR PSYCHEDELIC PORN CRUMPETS   “A surrealistic psych-rock anthem that showcases the band’s frenetic compositional style.” Rolling Stone Australia   “Utterly face-melting!” BBC Radio 1, Jack Saunders   “...The energy they pack into their live shows is incredible and it’s all backed up by soaring melodies and expert riffwork!” Louder Than War   “Besides having one of the greatest band names in the country, PPC are one of Perth’s best live acts, building headbanging spectacles from their fuzzy psych rock nuggets.” Triple J   “Who needs a roller-coaster when PPC are out here producing the same adrenaline? It’s always such a rush listening to ya’ll.” Triple J, Bridget Hustwaite   “As Summer 2020 continues to crawl along a flat line of dread and uncertainty, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets are back to show that an alter-ego could be the cure for all our pandemic blues.” Vanyaland   September 2020 saw Psychedelic Porn Crumpets make an initial return to touring in WA, thanks to easing of restrictions; a way for the band to reconnect with fans, and restart their engines ahead of their national tour with Ocean Alley, scheduled for February and March 2021.   PSYCHEDELIC PORN CRUMPETS TOUR DATES   Supporting Ocean Alley Saturday, February 6th Hordern Pavilion Sydney SOLD OUT Sunday, February 7th Hordern Pavilion Sydney Tickets Friday, February 12th Fortitude Music Hall Brisbane SOLD OUT Saturday, February 13th Fortitude Music Hall Brisbane Licensed All Ages 6.30pm Show Tickets Friday, March 5th Fremantle Arts Centre Fremantle Tickets Friday, March 12th Thebarton Theatre Adelaide Tickets Wednesday, March 24th Melbourne Arena Melbourne  Tickets   ‘Tally-Ho’ is out now!  SHYGA! The Sunlight Mound  is released Feb  5th 2021 Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
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PSYCHEDELIC PORN CRUMPETS reveal twisted new music video for their blistering new single ‘TALLY-HO’!

by the partae November 6, 2020
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Psychedelic Porn Crumpets have today returned with a new set of brilliantly warped visuals to match their latest single, ‘Tally-Ho!’. Taken from their forthcoming fourth studio album SHYGA! The Sunlight Mound, ‘Tally-Ho!’ has proven a massive and successful return from the West Australian psych heroes.

In a year where they have been kept from their usual hectic tour schedule, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets have instead been pouring their efforts into the preparation of their next chapter and with the release of ‘Tally-Ho!’, the band is reminding fans that they’re ready and raring to go.

The video for ‘Tally-Ho!’ is another masterful Oliver Jones concoction, part of a music video trilogy the artist will complete in the New Year. The ‘Tally-Ho!’ video is an intergalactic affair, brought to life with great claymation effects.

“It was super fun to work on another video for the guys . That said I thought Mr Prism was a full on/intense video to produce, however this is on a whole other level. Last time I was given an idea to go on, this time I was given a blank canvas. And me being me I made it even more difficult for myself by having triple the locations/characters/vehicles/shots. You always want to push what you have done before, try new things and do it even bigger and better before and I hope between Brandon and myself we did just that!” Oliver Jones, Better Feeling Films

“If you like Wallace & Gromit, Star Wars and big bulbs of meth then boy we’ve got a treat for you! This video is the exemplar of Porn Crumpets’ existence. The attention to detail is absurd, the whole animation is teeming with extravagant effects, ridiculously well crafted props and sets with highly imaginative character designs. I’ve always loved music which features those extra intricacies, it lets the listener realise you’re aware of what you’re crafting and when you’re in tune together that’s where the fun begins. We’re in his world now and he’ll take us where he wants. Pretty sure Pixar will be knocking on his door soon (If people still knock on doors). This is the second instalment of a trilogy of music videos with Ollie. In my opinion this is the best collaboration we’ve ever scaled, piss ya pants good.”
Psychedelic Porn Crumpets Jack McEwan

The release of ‘Tally-Ho!’ in the second half of 2020 has positioned Psychedelic Porn Crumpets well to embark on their new SHYGA! The Sunlight Mound era, upon its release in February 2021. Off the back of ‘Mr. Prism’, the single has not just provided another early taste of the new album, but has reaffirmed the band’s love for the craft – making music that not only speaks strongly to their unique musical identity, but has long lasting appeal.

Drawing recent domestic and international praise from the likes of Spotify, Apple Music, Triple J, BBC Radio One, Radio X and titles including NME, CLASH, The Line Of Best Fit and Rolling Stone Australia, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets are continued masters at generating hype and intrigue around their projects.

PRAISE FOR PSYCHEDELIC PORN CRUMPETS

“A surrealistic psych-rock anthem that showcases the band’s frenetic compositional style.”
Rolling Stone Australia

“Utterly face-melting!”
BBC Radio 1, Jack Saunders

“…The energy they pack into their live shows is incredible and it’s all backed up by soaring melodies and expert riffwork!”
Louder Than War

“Besides having one of the greatest band names in the country, PPC are one of Perth’s best live acts, building headbanging spectacles from their fuzzy psych rock nuggets.”
Triple J

“Who needs a roller-coaster when PPC are out here producing the same adrenaline? It’s always such a rush listening to ya’ll.”
Triple J, Bridget Hustwaite

“As Summer 2020 continues to crawl along a flat line of dread and uncertainty, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets are back to show that an alter-ego could be the cure for all our pandemic blues.”
Vanyaland

September 2020 saw Psychedelic Porn Crumpets make an initial return to touring in WA, thanks to easing of restrictions; a way for the band to reconnect with fans, and restart their engines ahead of their national tour with Ocean Alley, scheduled for February and March 2021.

PSYCHEDELIC PORN CRUMPETS TOUR DATES

Supporting Ocean Alley
Saturday, February 6th Hordern Pavilion Sydney SOLD OUT
Sunday, February 7th Hordern Pavilion Sydney Tickets
Friday, February 12th Fortitude Music Hall Brisbane SOLD OUT
Saturday, February 13th Fortitude Music Hall Brisbane
Licensed All Ages 6.30pm Show Tickets
Friday, March 5th Fremantle Arts Centre Fremantle Tickets
Friday, March 12th Thebarton Theatre Adelaide Tickets
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