Today marks the release of HAWA’s debut EP the ONE via b4 / Remote Control. The EP centers on the women HAWA loves: those who she plays and those who play her. The 8-songs written by HAWA, which feature production from Tony Seltzer, Cadenza, Oscar Key Sung and others, include recent singles ‘IPHONE‘ – a melancholic Hip Hop call for romantic ceasefire – and ‘MY LOVE’ – a vulnerable track in which pleading for a lover to stay has never been so danceable. New single ‘FRICK‘ is a quick-paced ode to her baddie and its video directed by Keenan MacWilliam is a cinematic Runaway Bride meets Bonnie and Clyde set in the snowy backwoods.
The 19-year-old who graduated from high school this past spring began her musical career as a pre-teen touring the world as one of the youngest-ever composers for the New York Philharmonic after immigrating from Berlin, where she was born to West African parents, to NYC. HAWA’s insatiable creativity became stifled by the classical world’s stuffy limitations so she broke out. The pivot toward an authentic musical representation of herself has already paid off. Her recent singles have earned attention from Vogue, Pitchfork, FADER, Notion, i-D, Dazed, W Magazine and many more, and garnered collaborations with Telfar and Gap.
the ONE is released on b4, a future-facing label launched in 2018 that serves as a home for tomorrow’s most relevant artists. The music on b4 is a reflection of the genre-smashing landscape, where prior categories no longer apply. This is b4’s first-ever EP release.
Escape the Mundane and Immerse yourself in the Inspirational Universe of Art with Me*GNP in Tulum this April 22nd – 26th , 2020. The Multi-Disciplinary International Arts and Culture Festival enters its third consecutive year and promises to be more awe-inspiring than ever. This year will be composed of “six-pillars” that include; Wellness Programs & Workshops, Local and International Cuisine, Lively Musical Performances, Highly Anticipated Visual Art Installations, Renowned Photographers & Interactive Exhibitions, Children’s Programs & Ecological Awareness Practices, and much more. All of this within the surreal & mythical landscapes of the Riviera Maya. In a world where we emphasise productivity over health, global communication over personal connection & glamor over beauty- “Art with Me”- is an authentic breath of fresh air revitalising the connection between people, nature & the ‘interconnectivity of all things’.
“The ‘Art of Inspiring’ is something I have been involved in directly and indirectly for decades now. For certain, I know that I love being inspired as well as inspiring others. Inspiration is the engine behind just about everything I have learned in my adult life.”
Line up includes
Acid Pauli
Be Svendsen (LIVE)
Easy Stars All Stars
Feathered Sun
Gioli & Assia
Holmar
Kerala Dust
Mardeleva
Matanza (LIVE)
Nahko
Oliver Koletzki,
Pillowtalk + Tone of Arc
Rhye
Romare
SYML
((( O )))
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David Graziano [Founder]
With previous events garnering International Attention – one particular piece entitled “Ven a la Luz” by Daniel Popper went viral in 2018 and instantly made AWM an International Sensation. Through enabling the power of art, Graziano and the rest of the AWM staff aim to “use art as a lens for which to view all aspects of environmental issues facing our planet today.” With one of the festival pillars “Care with Me” – the event will raise funds for Environmental Protections in the region, educate both locals and foreigners about “Ethical Tourism” as well as inspire local businesses to take part in cultural initiatives such as beach clean ups, sanctuary sites & similar environmental programs.
According to international travel blogger Jim Dobson who covers a wide array of stunning artistic & wellness encounters; “Art with Me*GNP is a unique mix between “Burning Man & Art Basel.” This echoed by Kate Raudenbush – a Burning Man veteran – who will also be attending AWM this April.
Feel the music this year with a powerful lineup including artists like Acid Pauli, Easy Star All Stars, Feathered Sun to name a few. Experience works from the likes of Charles Traub, Sculptor Laura Kimpton, and Carlito Carvalhosa among other Affluent Artists. In terms of Wellness programs, you will have the privilege of participating in Mayan Clay Ceremonies, Plant Medicine Healings, Cacao Ceremonies, traditional Mayan sweet lodges and much more – a truly Immersive Experience that will leave a lasting impression.
Don’t miss this unique artistic encounter on April 22 – 26, 2020 in Tulum, Mexico. More information can be found on the Art with Me website where both tickets & hotels are available at discounted prices. For an unforgettable, awe-inspiring experience – visit artwithme.org Right Now.
At some point in roughly 2004, Adelaide rock band THINKTANK disappeared. Maybe it was a “hiatus”? Perhaps an extended break? Potentially a break-up, but without a final show, no ever really knew. Now , Almost twenty years later…… It’s time to revisit where their hearts started, to remember those convictions still held, and to stand right beside you singing. One last time.
SERAPHS COAL – The resurrection is over but don’t be sad. Seraphs are saying thankyou to all the people who made the shows so special by doing one final show. They will be headlining the night and to help celebrate they’ve just released a new (old) record. “OUT OF TIME” is a collection of songs written in the mid to late 90’s, freshened up and recorded at Ghost Note Studios in January 2020.
ANTISKEPTIC – It’s been over ten years since the original lineup of rock band Antiskeptic finished up after a ten year career that spanned a massive 1000 shows worldwide. So, it is with HUGE excitement that we can announce the return of this much loved trio to Adelaide, one of their most requested cities to visit. With a newfound fire and passion burning brighter than ever, this is not just a reunion – ANTISKEPTIC ARE BACK.
S.T.R -These guys need no introduction. One of Adelaide’s hardest working pop punk bands threw in the towel around 2005 and promised to never play again. We were told over and over a sold out reunion in 2011 was “more than enough” & “you’re a glutton for punishment”, but here we are. We also hear from the grapevine there might be a vinyl of “When Words Fail” released for the show.
This massive night will be opened up by no other than Adelaide’s MOVE TO STRIKE, also reforming for one more goodbye.
Friday May 29, The Gov – Adelaide – Doors 7pm
ONE SHOW ONLY. 50 Minute Sets from all 4 headliners.
Bands from 720pm. Tickets on sale 9am (SA Time) March 12th from www.chopdogentertainment.com.
Set your alarm, because these will not last long.
Bands from 720pm. Tickets on sale 9am (SA Time) March 12th from www.chopdogentertainment.com.
Set your alarm, because these will not last long.
What is your name and role within Fossa?
Hey guys, thanks for having us! I’m Nick, and I play the role of composer / producer for Fossa, and perform synths for the live show.
Where are you currently based and what is the music scene like there?
We’re based in Leeds, England, having all met at the music college here back in 2011. The music scene is incredible here – there are tonnes of independent venues, playing everything you could imagine. There’s a particularly thriving guitar, and underground electronic music scene as well, which is how we got into making the music we do today!
How did you first start playing music?
I’m actually predominantly a saxophonist, having studied jazz performance as my undergraduate. I was brought up listening to jazz 24/7, and was playing with bands from a young age, ranging from metal groups to big band work! Since graduating, a bunch of my friendship group started to explore other sonic realms, and slowly started to expose ourselves to electronic music, which is where my interest in learning to produce came from.
What’s been happening recently?
Me and Tom (drummer in Fossa) have recently starting composing together more regularly which has been really fun. I found myself hitting a bit of a wall a few months back, and was struggling to come up with song ideas I was really digging. But now we can bounce ideas off of each other, write more interesting drum grooves, and have found a bit of a new sound we’re settling on. We’re hoping to keep this going and work on the debut Fossa album.
Your new single ‘Evolve’ will be out on the 13th of March, what influenced the sound and songwriting for this track?
There’s been such an incredible amount of electronic music being released recently, and every artist I’ve heard has influenced it in some way, but if I had to pinpoint a few, it’d have to be the latest Floating Points record, Bonobo’s recent singles and Four Tet. I think I was also binge watching Stranger Things at the time, which looking back on, seems to have had some sort of influence as well!
How did you go about writing Evolve?
Evolve was one of those rare occasions when I opened Ableton, and it all just happened within a day. I spent a few hours, as I usually do, messing about with some synths until I hit a soun
d that felt right, and took it from there! Tracks definitely usually take a lot longer, and lot more frustration is involved, but this time was very smooth – hence the title.
d that felt right, and took it from there! Tracks definitely usually take a lot longer, and lot more frustration is involved, but this time was very smooth – hence the title.
Where and when did you record/produce and who with?
When it was fully ready, we took it to a fantastic studio in Leeds called the Nave in October last year, and worked alongside our good friend Tom Orrell, who helped to record the drums for it, and also did our final mix. We took an interesting approach with this one, sampling live drums, so that we could maintain the metronomic drum style required for this type of music, but still maintaining a human feel to it. We were super happy with the results!
What programs/instruments did you use?
Writing the music always happens in Ableton, and we also use this software to perform live as well, alongside Moog and Dave Smith hardware synths, and always live drums.
What do you like to do away from music?
I love to travel (although haven’t had much opportunity recently) as much as possible. I’m also getting very into photography, and cooking has been a long time passion of mine as well!
Who are you listening to at the moment?
Despite the type of music we’re putting out, I’m really into guitar music at the moment; bands like DIIV, Parquet Courts, and Real Estate are topping my Spotify plays at the minute! Electronic music always has it’s place however, and am really into a local artist called Jinjé currently. Rival Consoles and Four Ten are definitely up there as well!
What’s planned for 2020?
We’ve got two more singles to put out which we’re really excited about, and am in the throws of writing our first full length album as well! And as always, trying to play as many shows as possible! (any promoters out there, hit us up!!)
Favourite food and place to hangout?
Mexican and Indian food top my list! Walking about Leeds’ independent venues such as The Brudenell and Hyde Park Book Club are always good stops as well for a drink and chill!
DRAB QUEEN
GIRLS OF THE INTERNET – ‘I DON’T WANNA LOSE YOU’
FT. OLIVIA LOUISE
OUT NOW
Girls Of The Internet have been on an unstoppable trajectory over the last few years, with their brand of future facing house and soul music. They now step into the new decade with ‘I Don’t Wanna Lose You’ ft. Olivia Louise, the first single taken from their forthcoming second album ‘Girls FM’ out on their own Drab Queen imprint. The album will follow the Girls Of The Internet signature sound and individuality, with the singles artwork featuring a newly painted piece for all nine signatures by Girls Of The Internet’s writer and producer, Tom Kerridge.
“The new album as a whole, pushes the role of Girls of the Internet ‘the band’ even further than we did with “SYRUP”. I have grown up around sampled music, and I love it dearly, but how much longer can we keep pinching loops from 70’s soul and disco records? We play every rhodes piano, every bass guitar, we write our own songs. I want to see house music moving into the future, and that seems difficult if we’re still sampling the same records they did in the 90’s.”
– Girls Of The Internet
2019 saw them release their debut album ‘SYRUP’, to universal acclaim. Achieving the accolade of being included in BBC Radio 6’s ‘Albums Of The Year’ List, further radio support came from esteemed broadcasters such as Gilles Peterson, Mary Anne Hobbs, Tom Ravenscroft, Mista Jam, Nemone, Lauren Laverne and Toddla T. Playing at iconic venues around Europe, Girls Of The Internet has earned key stamps of approval across the board from The Black Madonna, Basement Jaxx, Claptone, Axel Boman, Nightmares On Wax, Joe Goddard, Motor City Drum Ensemble, Saoirse, Mark Broom and Horse Meat Disco.
After fielding offers from a variety of record labels, Girls’ have decided to keep hold of their independence and the rights to their music, joining a long list of successful artists who are taking on the music industry on their own terms.
“I was very keen to work with Olivia again – she delivered the standout cut on our debut, and aside from “When U Go”, it’s the track we get most attention from. Our mix of techno/disco with her breathy R&B is so interesting to me, and a concept we are continuing through “Girls FM”.”
– Girls Of The Internet
Setting the scene of what’s to come, ‘I Don’t Wanna Lose You’ sees the band take the conventions of disco and house and propel it into the future. Featuring vocalist Olivia Louise, who appeared on one of the standout tracks from 2019’s, ‘SYRUP’; Olivia delivers her trademark smooth RnB vocals over Girls’ disco bass, saturated analogue chords and thumping drum machines. Girls Of The Internet deliberately blur the lines between electronic and live music. In a world of sampling others, Girls proudly create their own sounds.
Girls Of The Internet ‘I Don’t Wanna Lose You’ ft. Olivia Louse is available now via Drab Queen.
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For the first time in its illustrious 15 year history, game-changing house and techno party Kaluki is to host its own Ibiza residency. Every Friday from 3rd July – 25th September, the colourful crew will call Octan’s intimate basement home, and promise to fill it with cutting edge DJs and real music lovers from all over the world.
Kaluki started out 15 years ago as a weekly party in Manchester at the celebrated Sankeys club. In the time since, the brand has gone on to establish itself on the world stage with sell out shows across the huge events such as Blue Marlin Ibiza, The BPM Festival, The Warehouse Project and Parklife in the UK, and clubs like Privilege Ibiza and Blue Marlin in the UAE as well as numerous tours of North & South America.
Octan is the site of former club Sankeys Ibiza so this is, of sorts, a return to the spiritual home of Kaluki which adds another layer of intrigue. The club itself has fantastic, specially commissioned artwork all outside and inside the club, as well as a world class sound system designed to deliver the music in crystal clear clarity. It is sleek and futuristic in its styling and is one of the most talked about new spaces on the White Isle.
Get first access to the line ups ahead of tickets going on sale and win a weekend in Ibiza for the Kaluki opening party! Register now at http://kaluki.co.uk/
Every Friday from 3rd July – 25th September
Kaluki
Octan
Launching in the latter half of 2019 with an EP from an unknown artist, Nastia’s Ukrainian, NE
Moving under a number of aliases, the Voin Oruwu guise of Dimitry Avksentiev is a multi-faceted character principled with both post-apocalyptic and euphoric rave sensibilities. Born out of the 2013-2014 Ukrainian social crisis, the sound of Voin Oruwu sought to channel the atmosphere of this period, one that, in his own words, felt markedly ‘post-apocalyptic’ and so formed the beginning of his story. Already unravelling his story, his releases to date have followed long-play formats, with his 2018 ‘Big Space Adventures’ album landing via Russian techno, electro outfit, Private Persons, he followed this run of form with the 2019 ‘Etudes from a Starship’ album via leftfield Ukrainian label, Kvitnu. Joining the well-documented Kyiv-based rave crew, CXEMA, an affiliate / member, Voin Oruwu is becoming a figurehead within the Kyiv scene.
Debuting on NECHTO, Voin’s EP marries elements of tension with elicit dancefloor power, informed most notably by his residency as a DJ in the thick of Kyiv-based rave. The trance groove of ‘Iterance’ evokes emotions of togetherness, whilst ‘The Ticker’ combines assertive pace with lighter breakbeat patterns. The unhinging, ‘post-apocalyptic’ roots to Voin Oruwu show through in the looping craze of ‘Circuit’ alongside the bubbling anxiety and flitting pads of ‘Disturbing’. Directly inspired by CXEMA raves, digital bonus track ‘Sunray’ encompasses a true taste of the Kyiv gathering; the sun rises at 7am and 2000 bodies meld together on the floor.
To celebrate the release of NECH002, NECHTO also announce their first label party to be hosted at Kyiv’s world-renowned club, Closer on tonight. Label head, Nastia invites Spanish machine wizard, Orbe to play live, along with Dutch selectors Deniro and Dimi Angelis who join for a B2B.
Voin Oruwu’s ‘NECH002’ EP is out now via NECHTO Records
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““Cynical Serene” is typically, wondrously PEARS. It’s 139 seconds of punk fury with a vocal breakdown seemingly recorded in scenic Laurel Canyon, California, enhanced by bongloads of righteous boo. And while you may be familiar with the band’s brevity and velocity, you’re going to wonder what happened at the end of the song. (Spoiler alert: That’s where the “serenity” comes in.).”
–ALTERNATIVE PRESS
“PEARS high energy tracks have stemmed from their deeply seeded punk roots that have defined a resurgence for their musical scene with their own brand of hardcore-punk.” – HYSTERIA MAGAZINE
Some of history’s best punk bands came and went before they had a chance to get comfortable (and boring), so it’s not surprising that PEARS frontman Zach Quinn had doubts when it came time to record the band’s third full-length. While PEARS have only existed since 2014, maybe a couple LPs and hundreds of explosive live shows were enough?
“I was perfectly prepared to have my Blue Album already,” Quinn says, laughing. “That whole fucking cliché of ‘Our best record’s behind us.’
With the release of PEARS on Fat Wreck Chords), Quinn says, “Maybe not!” But there’s no maybe about it. PEARS is a significant step forward for a band that has grown by leaps and bounds on each album.
Recorded with Chris Fogal (The Gamits) at Black in Bluhm Studio in Denver, PEARS is 14 songs and 31 minutes of the band’s signature hardcore: heavy, melodic, blistering, pointed, and surprisingly catchy. While it continues down the path set by Green Starand 2015’s Go to Prison, PEARS finds the band taking a different creative approach.
“The last PEARS record, almost every detail was worked out before we ever stepped foot into the studio,” Quinn explains. “This record, we went in with skeletons of songs and put things together on the fly. ”
“We never could afford the studio time to be in there 24/7,” adds guitarist/vocalist Brian Pretus. “A couple of songs ended up being stuff that we wrote on the spot.”
Those include “Naptime,” which moves from loping pop to group-chant hardcore in the space of two minutes, and penultimate track “Traveling Time,” which Pretus describes as a “palate cleanser.” Basically, a mid-tempo pop song, “Traveling Time” began as a Quinn solo track but found its way onto PEARS thanks to the band’s more open studio approach.
“Collectively, we figured we’ve danced around pop music our entire career so far,” Quinn says, “but we were like, ‘Let’s just do a full-on fucking pop tune. Why not?”
“Full on” is a good descriptor for PEARS in general. The album opens with feedback at the beginning of the riff-heavy “Killing Me” and closes when the even riff-heavier “Cynical Serene” (whose opening plays like Nirvana by way of Hum). In between are 12 songs that shake with can’t-sit-still energy, as the band—rounded out by the ace rhythm section of bassist Erich Goodyear and drummer Jarret Nathan—shifts on a dime between parts and sounds. Elements of prog and grunge intermingle with classic hardcore and hook-laden rock—and it can happen in the space of one song. (In this case, “Worm.”)
Atop all of it are Quinn’s voice and words, which took a different approach as well on this album.
“I thought that I was going to continue the absurdist poetry thing that started with Go to Prison and amplified on Green Star,” he says. Describing Green Star as “The Iliad with shit and cum,” Quinn notes that this time, “The songs are about shit.”
Not shit in the “shit and cum” sense. Quinn writes directly about getting older (“Traveling Time”), moving past anger (“Nervous”), and the prospect of never having a family (“Daughter”), among other topics, all with the wit and candor PEARS fans have come to expect from the explosive frontman.
“It makes perfect sense that this is the third act, but it’s not what I would have predicted it to be,” Quinn says. “I wouldn’t have guessed that the album would end on a bittersweet note. It’s more uplifting than either record that we’ve done, but it’s not a happy record.”
It’s a great record regardless. PEARS will take it on the road extensively in the coming year, with tours in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Japan, and South America.
PEARS – AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2020
May 28 – Singing Bird Studios, Frankston
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May 29 – Bendigo Hotel, Melbourne
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May 30 – Hotel Metro, Adelaide
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May 31 – The Den, Perth
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June 1 – Margaret River Football Club, WA
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June 3 – Transit Bar, Canberra
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June 4 – Hamilton Station Hotel, Newcastle – Free Entry
June 5 – Bearded Lady, Brisbane
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June 6 – Vinnie’s Dive, Gold Coast
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June 7- Frankie’s Pizza, Sydney – Free Entry
Tickets on sale now.
For complete tour and ticket information, visit:
pearstheband.com
Where are you currently based and what is the music scene like there?
I’m currently based in the Netherlands near a town called Eindhoven. The music scene in Eindhoven is mainly Dutch pop/urban music but we have a lot of Electronic music festivals in The Netherlands, especially in summer.Some great colleagues in the music scene are from Eindhoven as well.
How did you first start playing music/DJing/Producing?
I had to do a school project when I was 15 with the purpose to develop skills and interact with people. I played piano since I was a little girl and I loved it, so I definitely wanted to do something with music. And I found that with djing and producing you can create such an intimate connection with people, which I thought was amazing. I got the chance to play at a local pub in my village. It was so fun and there were some people who asked me to play at a little festival and those little festivals became bigger and bigger, and then I met my manager and everything went so fast after that. Just a rollercoaster, but I love it…
What’s been happening recently?
I just released my track ‘Roll Up’ on Heldeep Records and have a few other tracks ready to go! I recently got back from India playing at an awesome festival for 20.000 people and for the rest of the year, I’m playing at Mysteryland, Summerburst and a many more awesome festivals!
Your new track ‘Roll Up’ is out now, what influenced the sound and songwriting for this track?
When I play in clubs, I sometimes love to switch my sets up with some groovy house tracks especially when I feel like the crowd wants that kind of music, but I didn’t really have any track with that sound yet. So with Roll Up I found a mixture of energy and of a groovy house track that will fit perfectly into my set.
How did you go about writing Roll Up?
A friend of mine had an awesome analog sample, which is the lead sound you hear in the drop. I started playing around and tweaking the analog sound and after a while I was very satisfied with it and decided that it would work perfectly as a lead sound, which you now hear in the drop. I started building the rest of the track around this lead sound, because I found it so cool that I wanted it to be the main focus of the track.
Where and when did you record/produce and who with?
I started producing this track in the summer of last year, I was playing in a lot of awesome clubs, so my music style was a little more clubby and groovy. What I really missed in these sets was a track like Roll Up, so I started working on it and I actually premiered the first version in Docks, which is a club in Hamburg. People loved the track so much that we worked on it a little more together with, James Erickson, and that is the track you hear right now.
What programs/equipment did you use?
I tried about every program production-wise and ended up with Ableton Live. It has such an easy workflow and I love the plugins from Ableton itself. Djing-wise I have always used Pioneer, very easy to use and it is super universal wherever you go in the world.
Who are you listening to at the moment?
At the moment I love to listen to Billie Eilish and Rosalia, they are both so talented and original.
What do you like to do away from music?
I love to do sports, which really clears my mind and makes me feel super healthy. I even started my own little fitness blog, which is updated weekly on my socials, called Beyond Fitness.
Please tell us about your experience with working with and being a part of the Heldeep family:
I’ve met Oliver Heldens a few times now and I love him as a person and artist, so I am really happy to release on, and to be part of the Heldeep Family. I think it’s great to work with them and also be inspired by their sound and vice versa.
You have a summer tour coming up, where are you headed?
So far this summer I will go to Germany – Airbeat One, Sweden – Summerburst, France – Electroland, and The Netherlands – Mysteryland to name a few. Half of my time I am in Asia and this year I am also going to South America. The schedule so far is already insane! I really can’t wait!
How do you prepare for live shows and what do you most enjoy about playing live?
What I always do is check the hit lists of that country, and then I will make some specific mashups and edits from tracks that are famous in that country. What I also do is I adjust my intro to the energy of the crowd. I think that the people like to hear that and then I just go with the flow. I look at the crowd, sense them and feel how they are reacting. What I enjoy most about the sets is the contact with the crowd, I love to see when they are enjoying, smiling and dancing that is seriously the best feeling in the world.
What do you find most challenging and rewarding whilst being on tour?
The most challenging experience is flying and the airports because there is so much waiting and standing in lines, pffff…. What is crazy challenging is when you have done a super cool gig for a few thousand people, which gives you crazy adrenaline and that moment when you are back in your hotel room a few hours later, alone with no sound. It’s always such an anticlimax. The most rewarding on tour is meeting different people from so many different cultures. It is such a privilege to meet everybody, perform for the crowd, making music, shows and to have so much fun with all the people
What’s planned for 2020?
So far INSANE festivals and clubs around the world and so many tracks! I can’t wait to show you guys everything.
Favourite food and place to hangout?
My favorite food is definitely gluten and lactose free pizza with crazy amounts of toppings. But I am definitely a NO pineapple on my pizza person haha.
My favorite place to hang out is at home with friends, chatting, playing games or watching a movie together.
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It all started in Autumn of 2018 when Josh Milan announced his 50th birthday party that took place in Greece. Fun, friends and our music family from all over the world responded to the call. Last Summer we all experienced and shared the emotions and music at this extremely beautiful event. June 20-23rd 2019, Cariocas Beach Bar was the place to be.
No one was surprised when Josh took the mic on the last day of the party and announced, what everyone who attended wanted to hear, “We are doing it again!” It was the promise we all wanted him to make. And that promise is being kept.
Cariocas is the secret festival location that you have been dreaming of, nestled just 30 minutes from Athens, this idyllic hedonist is the perfect escape, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the blissful Mediterranean lapping on its beachfront stage.
Over the course of the summer season a number of festival gatherings will take place kicking off with Josh Milan’s 51st Birthday Party. The event returns to Cariocas again in 2020 across June 25th to 28th, for 4 days of the most beautiful beach, delicious food, great musical entertainment by some award-winning artists, beautiful people and beautiful vibes.
Josh’s list of DJ’s and entertainers is forever growing. This year, super funkateer, and multitalented singer/songwriter Amp Fiddler will be blessing us with a full on set of his tunes. Also, the legendary, iconic Soul Singer, Omar will grace the stage with his presence. Honeycomb music’s own Dawn Tallman will be doing a performance. We’re all excited about the performing artist, but of course there’s the DJ’s! Grammy Award winning DJ Louie Vega, super producer DJ Atjazz will bless ya with a set. Celebrated producer DJ Jihad Muhammad will be there to bless us with his set. Honeycomb Music’s own Tracy Brathwaite will be there to perform her hits. To top it all off, Cariocas’ own Anna K and Sunshine Pedro will be there to represent the thriving Greek DJ Scene.
Josh Milan’s Birthday Party offers an intimate celebration on the Gulf of Corinth, where you can dance on the sand under your feet to sultry Jazz, Soulful and laid back house beats. This gathering is as much about enjoying the greek approach to the laid back lifestyle. This party offers something for all and a welcoming atmosphere that is hard to find anywhere else in the world.
To quote Josh: “A massive thank you to all who are coming back. It makes us so happy to see your smiling faces again! And a massive welcome to those joining us for the first time. Come be a part of our family. It’s all about love with us. The time is starting to tick away. Spaces are limited and tickets are selling fast. Don’t let the time get away from you. This is a guaranteed summer party you’ll never forget!”
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Title: Love Like That ft. Dani Poppitt
Label: Arkade
Kaskade welcomes the return of his iconic Redux tour’s and EP’s fourth edition with the premier track “Love Like That,” featuring singer Dani Poppitt. However, this is much more than just another love song; Kaskade expertly works his magic with after-hours worthy basslines and a haunting piano riff that you won’t be able to forget. Woven together with Poppitt’s sultry, soulful vocal performance, “Love Like That” evokes images of blissful, balmy nights in dark rooms dancing with beautiful strangers – an experience that a ticket to the four-city Redux 004 tour guarantees. Kaskade will touch down in Miami, San Diego, Sante Fe, and Brooklyn between March and May, and it’s no coincidence that the Redux 004 EP has only four tracks, each designed for its own audience. If you’ve been lucky enough to secure a ticket to one of the immediately sold-out shows, be prepared for an experience like no other as Kaskade immerses you in the deep, groovy core of dance music in an exquisitely intimate atmosphere. Read on below to hear about Redux 004 and “Love Like That” in his own words:
Kaskade about Redux:
“Redux started out as an intention for people to experience big sound in a small environment. It’s not an era of music but a prescription of mood. If you’re closing your eyes and your phone hasn’t crossed your mind, you’re doing it right. Stripped down from the sense assault we’ve all become accustomed to, Redux relies on the sound and basic, well-curated lighting to impact its audience. The concept has been able to stretch, breathe and grow, and with every show I learn a little bit more about what it can be. With Redux 004 EP I’ve created an EP that is designed for each city I’m playing. The music should cross boundaries. It’s not an East or West Coast sound, it’s specific to each audience. There will be 4 songs, there are 4 cities on the tour, and the EP will be released in full on 04.04“
Kaskade about “Love Like That“:
“When I was producing “Love Like That” I knew it needed to be more than just another love or love-lost song. It has this piano hook that is meant to work its way into your psyche, and hopefully, people will just be humming it without even knowing what they’re referencing. Lyrically, the song has this ability to be an in or out of love gymnast. It is one of those pieces where you can’t decide if you want to break up with this song or get married to it.”
As a household name in electronic music for nearly two decades, Kaskade needs no introduction. His list of achievements is a mile long: 11 studio albums, 7 GRAMMY nominations, the first solo electronic dance artist to sell out both Navy Pier in Chicago and the Staples Center in Los Angeles, the first DJ to ever secure a Las Vegas residency, and the first electronic artist to headline Coachella. Less tangible but even more important has been his influence on dance music tastes and culture for generations of listeners. Often Kaskade is one of the artists who introduced now-veteran listeners to the genre, and such fans are usually fans for life. In 2019, he worked with multi-award winner Meghan Trainor on “With You” and Gorgon City on “Go Slow,” among solo releases, such as “My Light,” “Come On,” and official remixes for the likes of Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, and Gwen Stefani earlier. Now spearheading the fourth Redux tour, Kaskade continues what has become a nostalgic tradition for many dance music veterans and a cherished experience for new listeners. Stay tuned for more news from Kaskade in 2020.
Redux 004 Tour:
Mar 05 – Club Space – Miami, FL (sold-out)
Apr 04 – Petco Park – San Diego, CA (sold-out)
Apr 17 – Meow Wolf – Santa Fe, NM (sold-out)
May 30 – The Brooklyn Mirage – Brooklyn, NY (sold-out)
Where are you currently based and what is the music scene like there?
Iʼve been in Philly, PA for the past 5 years or so. Thereʼs tons of music happening in Philly. House shows are still a pretty big thing here and a lot of art collectives and shared loft situations are forming, which host some cool shows and events. Also have new venues like The Met poppin up. Itʼs hard to keep up with all of the Philly bands. XPN, which is U Penns radio station, does a good job of showcasing local talent.
How did you first start playing music?
Hittinʼ pots and pans… like most kids. After a few long years of making rubberband / tissue box guitars and cutting cassette records with my big sister, I discovered my motherʼs old acoustic guitar in our basement. I began writing songs before I actually figured out any chords. I guess you could say I was a monophonic guitarist…for like 2 years haha. My sister dated some cool musician dudes who got me started on drums and guitar. The first band I joined was a big band / swing band that played a lot of Count, Duke Ellington and songs from other famous jazz composers.
What’s been happening recently?
Mostly been hiding out and recording in my studio in Philly. Just finished a film score with my buddy David Carls aka Branx, which was a lot of fun. Synthy Sci – fi kinda vibe. Iʼve also been producing / collaborating with some cool Philly, Nashville and LA artists.
You have an album soon to be released on Gramatik’s Lowtemp, what has influenced the sound and songwriting for this album?
I feel like there are primarily 2 kinda vibes happening on this record. One being a sort of classic soul and Motown vibe and the other having a more modern dancey feel. Two of the more classic artists that I always have on heavy rotation are Al Green and Sly & the Family Stone. Slyʼs vocals on the album ‘Freshʼ have definitely influenced some of the more soulful vocal moments in my recordings. For the more dancey side of things, I would say that Prince and Justice are two pretty big influences. Also, Jamie Lidell is a recent re-discovery that Iʼve REALLY been diggin. Heʼs an all around fantastic artist who always seems to keep things super soulful and fresh.
Like most songwriters, things that I experience and things that I hear and read about influence my writing. I try to be conscious of what Iʼm going to release in regards to lyrical content and message. I donʼt mean tip toe-ing around and being careful with my words, but rather choosing to release the songs that may be able to effect listeners more. Iʼm not releasing music for myself. I can listen to myself without releasing anything (I know from experience). I think that qualifies listeners as being perhaps the number one influence on my songwriting.
How did you go about writing the music?
I usually start with a melody or some sort of hook. I rarely sit down and decide to just write a song. Most of the ideas come randomly when Iʼm taking a walk or on an airplane. Iʼve noticed that there is something sorta neat about writing and creating while 7 miles up in the clouds. At least for me anyway. Every now and then I will start writing to a beat or a loop if it really sparks something immediately. There are certain drum grooves that almost imply harmony and / or melody in an interesting way. Sometimes all I need is the right groove and a song immediately starts to take form out of thin air. Drummers who can lay down this sort of foundation are absolutely priceless. Iʼve only met a few.
Where and when did you record/produce and who with?
Most of the songs were recorded by my lonely ass self through out 2019. There were a few instances where I had someone come by the studio to track another instrument live with me in order to capture a certain feel, but this record is sort of my first true solo record.
What programs/instruments did you use?
I used Logic Pro X as my main DAW. I think of the computer and DAW as the storage device that has replaced tape . And all of these analog instruments and devices are being crammed through the butthole of the computer and stored as 1ʼs and 0ʼs. I donʼt think I will ever fully understand how this is possible, but itʼs pretty freakin rad.
Please tell us how you connected with Gramatik and how the experience have been so far:
My good homies in Exmag, particularly Eric, introduced me to Denis several years ago when they were all living together and making records in Brooklyn. I remember the first time we met we were watching YouTube videos and getting excited about the musical moments. When other people react to the same specific musical moments in a very similar way that I do, itʼs almost inevitable that we will end up collaborating at some point. So eventually I got my good homie Orlando Napier to link up with Denis and the 3 of us recorded some tracks. Fast forward a few years to Gramatik Red Rocks summer 2017… around this time, Denis and I reconnected and started talking shop. I sent him a track or two, and he sent me 57 tracks, which I was to learn for the 3 hour long set at Red Rocks the following week. That was an intense 3 hours to say the least. I didnʼt even realize how severely bad I had to pee until the family photo was taken after the set. Fortunately, everything has been downhill from there and we continue to make more and more music together each day it seems. We are currently working on a blues record called ‘Future City Bluesʼ, which Iʼll be released later this year.
Who are you listening to at the moment?
Iʼm currently listening to the new Tame Impala record, which I very much like. Jamie Lidell – ‘building a beginningʼ has been on heavy rotation. Revisiting Justice ‘audio, video, discoʼ. Iʼm always trying to keep up with what my friends are releasing as well.
What do you like to do away from music?
I like to take walks. Each year from ages 20-30 I became a little less active in sports and exercise until I eventually arrived at walking. Outdoor walking only, none of that mall stuff. But seriously, if I donʼt walk at least a few miles a day, I have a tough time focusing on anything. Itʼs a great way to break up the day and give your brain a much needed reset. I recommend it to everyone, especially those who are staring at screens all day.
What’s planned for 2020?
2020 is the year for releases. Thatʼs been my plan anyway. Iʼve become pretty overwhelmed by the amount of music thatʼs been collecting on my hard drives that I need to do something with it before I explode. Denis and I have a project in the works that will basically serve to recycle all of the tracks we make that donʼt find their way onto an album or a film that we are writing for. There will be all sorts of styles ranging from funk to spaghetti western soundtrack style recordings.
Favourite food and place to hangout?
I donʼt think I have a single particular favorite food, but I do eat an awful lot of ice cream. When Iʼm not in the studio, I like to hang out on the city streets. I also enjoy floating down a nice creek or river with fishing pole in hand. I usually visit with family if I have a few days off.
The final names for Outlook Origins 2020 can now be revealed for the exciting new chapter which unfolds in the stunning Garden Resort in Tisno from July 30th to August 3rd 2020. Drum & bass icons Chase & Status and Children of Zeus are added to the opening concert, Novelist, Silkie, Coki, Goth Trad, Conducta and Sgt Pokes all line up at the main event, while 1xtra’s Jamz Supernova joins the bill and Pinch’s Tectonic and Rinse FM also get involved for their own impressive takeovers amongst many more big announcements.
Origins is all about curating cutting edge music for the real heads. It’s a more intimate version of the storied Outlook Festival, but at the same time, stays true to its roots with a big focus on sound system culture, beach parties, boat parties, after parties and more. Full news of the boat parties are to come with the final Early Bird ticket online, including the festival’s popular 5 for 4 group ticket offer (£96 per person).
The line-up for this mouth-watering event has been pulled together by 13 expert curators, and each has done a fine job of representing the various cornerstones of their own scenes. These are Calibre, D Double E, DJ Storm, Flava D, Fliptrix, Goldie, Iration Steppas, Lenzman, Mala, Mungo’s Hifi, The Bug, Zed Bias and Hybrid Minds, and they have already announced huge names like dBridge, Fabio & Grooverider, Randall, Wookie, Youngsta, Hatcha, Breakage, Doc Scott, DRS, J.Sparrow, P. Money, 6 Figure Gang (aka Dobby, FAUZIA, Jossy Mitsu, LCY, Sherelle, Yazzus), Children of Zeus, Coops, Darwin, Horsepower Productions, Jah Shaka, N-Type and many more.
Drum & bass legends Chase & Status join the opening concert in Sibenik alongside Shy FX, Dynamite MC and Manchester duo Children Of Zeus. Spaces are limited for the unique event that kicks off the festival on Thursday 30th July – an unmissable, well-loved part of the Outlook Festival model.
On Mala’s curated stage in attendance are Silkie, Coki, Goth Trad, Sicaria Sound with Killa P, Crazy D & Sun of Selah on the mic all bringing the signature sound back to Croatia with plenty of hard hitting and deep bass styles. Further high profile stage takeovers have been added and include Pinch’s Tectonic label celebrating 15 years (with Walton being a late and great addition ahead of his new release on the label) and Rinse FM who join forces with 6 Figure Gang for a takeover of their own that is sure to get rowdy. Elsewhere excitement is building for Deadbeat + Tikiman who will present a special live dub show, while New Zealand duo Truth return for big things in 2020. The Heatwave add some of their own much loved and hugely characteristic bounce and 1xtra’s Jamz Supernova joins the bill, while there will be more drum & bass from Technimatic, SCAR, Artificial Intelligence and J Majik.
A key part of this year’s event will be the Barbarella’s After Parties, which are available via a separate ticket on sale now as individual days, as well as part of a festival package deal and full pass. Each of these special events is powered by the peerless Sinai Sound System and will feature the likes of Dispatch and Sofa Sound going head to head for a takeover. Mala curates a heavyweight offering featuring Deep Medi family including local Egoless as well as Silkie, Sicaria Sound and a b2b from Coki and Mala, then The Bug curates his own late night get together as well as Leeds legend and dub warrior Iration Steppas.
This is an exciting evolution in the story of Outlook and is once again set to be the most essential festival for lovers of any and all forms of bass.
Website & Tickets: http://www.outlookfestival.com
FULL A-Z:
207 • Abnormal Sleepz • Ant TC1 • Artificial Intelligence • Black Barrel • Black Josh • Blackeye MC • Blazin • Breakage • Breakfake • Buer • Channel One • Charlie P • Children of Zeus • Coki • Conducta • Coops • Crazy D • Danny T & Tradesman • Darwin • dBridge • Deadbeat + Tikiman • Digital • Digitron • DJ Flight • DLR • Dobby • Doc Scott • Dred • DRS • Dub Head • Dubdiggerz • Dubkasm • Dubolik & Lo Peaks • Egoless • El-B • Ellie Prohan • Fabio & Grooverider • FAUZIA • FD • Fiend • Finwa • Flowdan • Foamplate • Fox • Goth-Trad • Gusto • Hatcha • Highlander • Horsepower Productions • Ila Brugal • J Majik • J:Kenzo • J.Sparrow • Jah Shaka • Jamz Supernova • Jeremy Sylvester • John B • Jossy Mitsu • Jubilee • Kahn • Kid Drama • Killa P • Kryo • LCY • Lee Scott • Loefah • Lush • Macky Banton • Mantra • Marcus Visionary • MC Codebreaker • MC GQ • MC Lowqui • MC Moose • MC Pean • MC Tempza • MC Vapour • Mind of A Dragon • Miss Red • Mr K • N-Type • Novelist • O.B.F • One87 • P Money • Parly B • Perception • Pinch • Ramsez • Randall • Reggae Take Over • Roots In Session • RSD • Sammy Virji • Satl • SCAR • Scratchclart & Lady Lykez • Sgt Pokes • Sharda • SHERELLE • Shosh • Sicaria Sound • Silkie • Sinai Sound • Siskiyou • Solo Banton • SP:MC • Sr Wilson • Stalawa • Submotive • Sun of Selah • Surreal • Technimatic • Ternion Sound • The Heatwave • Truemendous • Truth • Vital •Techniques • Vixen Sound • Walton • Wookie • Yazzus • Youngsta
Ladies & Gentleman, this is democracy manifest…
What’s the charge? The Chats have released yet another unforgettable video for their latest track, Dine N Dash, the fifth single taken from The Chats’ debut album High Risk Behaviour, out March 27. In true Chats fashion, Dine N Dash is fierce, funny, sweaty and sub-two-minutes.The video, directed by Matt Weston, finds The Chats in an unfamiliar environment, eating a meal, a succulent steakhouse meal, while embracing the piss poor status of their wallets and outright brazenness to get a decent feed.
*DISCLAIMER: The Chats DO NOT condone the old Dine N Dash, they just like it.*
“We filmed at Walters steakhouse in Brisbane. It was the best steak I’ve had. Definitely gave the bowlsie a run for its money. No mushy gravy thou. – Josh Price
“Ya know you’re in a fancy restaurant when the chips and salad aren’t included”- Eamon Sandwith
View it below and be sure to watch till the very end, it’d be a crime not to.
Pre-order High Risk Behaviour here
To celebrate the visual and aural feast that Dine N Dash delivers, the band have just announced the High Risk Behavior Australian album tour, kicking off at Splendour in the Grass on July 25 and hitting all major cities in August, tickets are on-sale now.TA TA AND FAREWELL!