New mp3, video: Karen Elson - The Ghost That Walks
British-born model and singer; Karen Elson has confirmed details of her debut album The Ghost Who Walks, scheduled for release this year in conjunction with Nashville’s Third Man Records / XL Recordings.
The Ghost Who Walks was recorded at Third Man Studios in Tennessee with husband Jack White (The White Stripes) as producer.
The album features 12 songs - 11 original compositions by Karen and 1 cover of a song by her Citizens Band cohort Rachelle Garniez.
Karen Elson is no stranger to music, having previously performed with the star-studded art-cabaret collective Citizens Band and featured on Serge Gainsbourg’s “Je T’aime…Moi Non Plus” alongside Cat Power.
Download a free mp3 by signing up to the Karen Elson mailing list:
New video - Pantha Du Prince video Stick To My Side, embed album player
Last month Pantha Du Prince released his third album, Black Noise, through Rough Trade.
The album features guest appearances from Tyler Pope of !!!, LCD Soundsystem on 'The Splendour' and Noah Lennox of Animal Collective on 'Stick To My Side'.
Stick To My side will be released as a single March 8. Check out the video:
On his new album, Pantha Du Prince, who lives in Berlin and Paris, claims: music slumbers in all matter; any sound, even silence, is already music. The mission, then, must be to render audible what is unheard and unheard of: black noise, a frequency that is inaudible to man. Black noise often presages natural disasters, earthquakes or floods; only some animals perceive this “calm before the storm.” Black noise is something archaic and earthy. The music on Black Noise balances precariously on the slippery threshold between art and nature, between techno and folklore, which lends it a certain spectral and intangible aspect.
Black Noise is out now through Rough Trade/ Remote Control
Stick To My Side will be released as a digital single March 8
News, videos: The Big Pink win NME Award, Australian tour kicks off tomorrow!
Just before hopping on the plane to Australia, The Big Pink performed at the NME Awards and took out the prize for Best Track with their 2009 anthem DOMINOES.
The band teamed up with Lily Allen on the night to perform a mash-up version of Dominoes/ You're So Vain, the latter a cover of the Carly Simon hit from 1972.
Check out this video of Robbie and Milo speaking about winning the award: [click to play]
The Big Pink's debut Australian tour kicks off TOMORROW, be sure not to miss their shows!
Handsome Tours and triple j present
THE BIG PINK - AUSTRALIAN TOUR
Tickets on sale now
Wednesday 3 March 2010 Amplifier, Perth Tickets through Moshtix online at www.moshtix.com.au, ph. 1300 GET TIX (438 849) and Heatseeker online at www.heatseeker.com.au and stores: Mills Records and Planet Video
Thursday 4 March 2010 The Hi Fi, Melbourne Tickets from Missing Link, Polyester Records (City & Fitzroy store) and The Hi Fi online atwww.thehifi.com.au
New video - Gil Scott-Heron doco on Pitchfork TV this week only
Catch it while you can! PitchforkTV have a 11 minute doco about Gil Scott-Heron's first album in 13 years - I'm New Here.
It features interviews with the man himself, Richard Russell (producer & head of XL Recordings) and others involved in the project, fascinating footage of them recording in the studio and Gil sharing his stories.
UK dates were recently announced for a Gil Scott-Heron tour in April. Fingers crossed someone brings him to our side of the equator soon!
Tours, Videos - The Big Pink arrive in Australia next week!
Searing and soulful, transcendental and life affirming, The Big Pink have recently emerged as one of the most exciting bands to come out of the UK.
Following the release of their excellent debut record A Brief History of Love , Robbie Furze and Milo Cordell embark on their inaugural Australian tour. In March 2010, they are set to appear at Golden Plains Festival in Victoria, along with headline dates around the country.
“Every song here could be a single… a debut that is unparalleled”
Daily Telegraph 4*
“Startlingly accomplished debut of atmospheric throbbing electro-rock.”
The Sunday Age 4*
“They’ll have their work cut out for them trying to top this brilliant debut.”
The Age EG 4*
“Utterly brilliant.” Beat
Prepare your ears for your very own experience of that massive sound, live in Australia next week.
Here they are performing live on Later Live with Jools Holland:
Handsome Tours and triple j present
THE BIG PINK - AUSTRALIAN TOUR
Tickets on sale now
Wednesday 3 March 2010 Amplifier, Perth Tickets through Moshtix online at www.moshtix.com.au, ph. 1300 GET TIX (438 849) and Heatseeker online at www.heatseeker.com.au and stores: Mills Records and Planet Video
Thursday 4 March 2010 The Hi Fi, Melbourne Tickets from Missing Link, Polyester Records (City & Fitzroy store) and The Hi Fi online atwww.thehifi.com.au
New video - star studded clip for Vampire Weekend 'Giving Up The Gun'
Check out the new video for Vampire Weekend's 'Giving Up The Gun'.
It features cameos from Jake Gyllenhaal, Lil' Jon, RZA of the Wu-Tang Clan and Joe Jonas of the Jonas Brothers and was directed by production duo The Malloys, the brothers behind such works as "Sooner or Later" by N*E*R*D, "Dig Out Your Soul in the Streets" (short film) by Oasis, "Don't Phunk With My Heart" by Black Eyed Peas, “Under The Great Northern Lights” (documentary) by The White Stripes plus many others.
VAMPIRE WEEKEND NATIONAL AUS TOUR MAY 2010
Sat 1 May - GTM Bengido, Bendigo’s Prince Of Wales Showground
Sun 2 May - GTM Townsville, Murray Sports Complex
Tue 4 May - Melbourne, Palace Theatre (18+) SOLD OUT
Wed 5 May – Melbourne, Palace Theatre (18+) *JUST ADDED ON SALE NOW
Thu 6 May - Adelaide, Entertainment Centre (ALL AGES)
Sat 8 May, 2010 - GTM Maitland, Maitland Showground
Tue 11 May - Brisbane, Tivoli (ALL AGES) SOLD OUT
Sat 8 May, 2010 - GTM Maitland, Maitland Showground
Sun 9 May, 2010 - GTM Canberra, The Meadows, University of Canberra
Wed 12 May - Sydney, Enmore Theatre (ALL AGES) SOLD OUT
Thu 13 May - Sydney, Enmore Theatre (ALL AGES) *JUST ADDED ON SALE NOW
Sat 15 May - GTM Bunbury, Pat Usher Foreshore Reserve
The recent elevation of some of London’s premier grime MCs to the top of the charts has created a new challenge for the city’s underground. There’s a need for new voices, new stories, new sounds, a fresh take on the themes of doing what you need to do to get by and survive in some of London’s less glamorous boroughs.
Cue Giggs, the latest signing to the XL roster. Hailing from Peckham, Giggs' signing comes on the back of an amazing couple of years that have seen him become the most exciting name in British rap.
A truly unique voice, Giggs’ combination of slow flow, dark lyrics, a well-documented past and explosive street sales has got everyone excited.
Giggs is now set to release his latest single, Don't Go Therefrom his upcoming album Let Em Ave Itwhich is due for release later this year. 'Ave a listen.
News, Videos - White Stripes release live CD/ DVD film package next month
The White Stripes are set to release their first ever official live album.
Under Great White Northern Lights is a CD/DVD package from The White Stripes, documenting their 2007 Canadian tour.
The CD features 16 classic songs, including Seven Nation Army, Let’s Shake Hands, Black Math, Icky Thump and Fell In Love With a Girl.
The DVD is Emmett Malloy’s documentary film of the tour, which is a captivating mix of riveting live footage and poignant off-stage moments. No lesser film maker than Jim Jarmusch says that Malloy “has captured and crafted a magical, compelling and perfectly musical document.” Emmett is renowned for making the surf documentary Thicker Than Water which unleashed Jack Johnson on the world. He has also made videos for Foo Fighters, White Stripes, Raconteurs, The Shins, Black Eyed Peas, Ben Harper, Ben Folds, N.E.R.D and Blink 182.
Here is a trailer of the film:
The album's tracklisting is as follows: 'Let's Shake Hands' 'Black Math' 'Little Ghost' 'Blue Orchid' 'The Union Forever' 'Ball And Biscuit' 'Icky Thump' 'I’m Slowly Turning Into You' 'Jolene' '300 MPH Torrential Outpour Blues' 'We Are Going to Be Friends' 'I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself' 'Prickly Thorn, But Sweetly Worn' 'Fell In Love With A Girl' 'When I Hear My Name' 'Seven Nation Army'
Under Great White Northern Lights is released in Australia on March 12 through XL/ Remote Control.
Don't forget to tune into Triple R's Kinky Afro tonight from 4.00pm to hear Yo La Tengo pop in for a chat and couple of acoustic songs and between 6.00pm and 7.00pm AEST to hear The xx's live set recorded by at The Corner Hotel last week! Stream it online at rrr.org.au
Videos - Vampire Weekend perform for La Blogotheque
Vampire Weekend recently popped in to perform a 6 song set for Les Soirees De Poche series, produced by La Blogotheque (those French geniuses behind The Takeaway Shows sessions).
The set includes performances of Horchata, Cousins, California English and a cover of the classic 'Have I The Right?' by The Honeycombs and features Ezra and Rostam speaking to the audience in French! Looks like it was so much god damn fun.
Watch the whole set here:
Vampire Weekend's latest album Contra is out now through XL/ Remote Control.
Due to scheduling issues, The Big Pink’s Perth and Melbourne shows have been moved. The Perth performance will now be held on Wednesday 3rd March at Amplifier , with Melbourne taking place on Thursday 4th March at the Hi Fi. Tickets already sold for both cities will be honoured.
As a result, The Big Pink’s Brisbane show on Thursday 4th March has been cancelled. Tickets can be refunded at point of purchase.
Searing and soulful, transcendental and life affirming, The Big Pink have recently emerged as one of the most exciting bands to come out of the UK. Following the release of their excellent debut record A Brief History of Love , Robbie Furze and Milo Cordell embark on their inaugural Australian tour. In March 2010, they are set to appear at Golden Plains Festival in Victoria, along with headline dates around the country. All show details below.
2009 started off with a bang, with the ink just drying on a worldwide deal with 4AD – an apt move as their otherworldly qualities provide a direct sonic connection to some of the label’s most celebrated acts like Cocteau Twins, Dead Can Dance and TV On The Radio.
They headed to the Electric Lady Studios in New York to record and self-produce their epic debut album, A Brief History of Love. The final results are eleven stunning tracks, including the intoxicating singles Velvet, Too Young To Love and Dominos, that chart the trials of the heart, set within a sound-world that combines melody and beautiful noise in equal measure.
Here's a taste of what the band will be bringing to Australia. In this exclusive live performance video, the British electro-rock combo serves up four songs from their acclaimed debut, A Brief History of Love: "Too Young To Love," "Crystal Visions," "Velvet" and "Dominos."
The British electro-rock combo discusses their experiences in Japanese bondage clubs, and the questionable allure of American glory holes.
Handsome Tours and triple j present THE BIG PINK - AUSTRALIAN TOUR Tickets on sale now
Wednesday 3 March 2010 Amplifier, Perth Tickets through Moshtix online at www.moshtix.com.au, ph. 1300 GET TIX (438 849) and Heatseeker online at www.heatseeker.com.au and stores: Mills Records and Planet Video
Thursday 4 March 2010 The Hi Fi, Melbourne Tickets from Missing Link, Polyester Records (City & Fitzroy store) and The Hi Fi online at www.thehifi.com.au
New video, mp3 and news: The xx land in the country this week!
Fans of The xx, our time has come. The xx land in Australia this week! And just in time, we have a swag of new stuff to feast your eyes and ears on.
First up we have the video for their next single VCR. Directed by Marcus Söderlund, the VCR clip depicts a sweet young couple having adventures in a dark, abandoned building. Making out, lighting fires and kicking in walls... ahh young love! PS: Keep an eye out for the little monkey at the end.
The VCR single has also gotten the remix treatment by producer Matthew Dear. Have a listen:
The xx tour kicks off this Friday with the Laneway Festival dates, followed by a couple of special shows for lucky Melbournians.
The Corner Hotel headline show sold out in an instant. Those in the know and on the Polyester Records mailing list were tipped off for a special offer to see the band's exclusive instore performance at their city store next week too (all tickets for this one were snapped up within a couple of days too).
Fri 29 Jan - Brisbane, Laneway Festival Sat 30 Jan - Melbourne, Laneway Festival Sun 31 Jan - Sydney, Laneway Festival Wed 3 Feb - Melbourne, Corner Hotel SOLD OUT Fri 5 Feb - Adelaide, Laneway Festival Sat 6 Feb - Perth, Laneway Festival
The xx's incredible debut album is out now through Young Turks/ XL/ Remote Control.
First up we have M.I.A who is treating us to a brand spankin' new album this year. Don't worry, she promises it won't be "gimmicky or silly or hipstery" according to an interview with Rolling Stone.
Peaches hits us with another single, "Mommy Complex". It's the next to come off her latest album "I Feel Cream".
Peaches is in Oz right now, touring the country as part of the Big Day Out Festival.
Jan 26 – Melbourne/BDO – Flemington Racecourse Jan 27 – Melbourne/ Hifi Jan 29 – Adelaide/BDO - Showground Jan 31 – Perth/BDO – Claremont Showground Feb 01 – Perth/Astor Theatre
Introducing ROX, the 22 year old South Londoner brought up on a healthy diet of traditional Jamaican music and influential artists ranging from Rufus Wainwright right through to Mahlia Jackson. ROX possesses the rare talent of a daunting vocal range matched with brilliant songwriting skills. Her debut album Memoirs is yet to be released, but ROX has already toured with Mark Ronson, performed on Later... With Jools Holland and has been tipped as the one to watch on endless 2010 breakout artists lists.
13 years in the making, "I'm New Here" sees Scott-Heron sounding vital as ever, still looking forward and still challenging conventions and expectations. Unfamiliar with the backstory? Make sure to check out the recent BBC Newsnightly doco here.
Me And The Devil features Gil's raspy vocals and spoken word over a bed of steady beats and ambient sounds.
The tracks atmosphere and creepiness is brought to life in the video, aided by visuals of urban decay, skeletons and dark city streets.
Peaches rolls into town very shortly, be sure to catch her with her band and one of these shows:
PEACHES with backing band Sweet Machine
THUR 14 JAN - Auckland TRANSMISSION ROOM Plus special guests POP STRANGERS and DJ ANDREW TIDBALL Tickets from www.undertheradar.co.nz, real groovy stores, fast & loose, www.moshtix.co.nz 0800 moshtix.
MON 18 JAN - Brisbane THE HIFI Plus special guests QUAN and SHUNDA K Tickets from The Hi-Fi, www.thehifi.com.au , ph 1300THEHIFI, Rocking Horse, Butter Beats, Kill The Music, Sunflower Pacific Fair, Disasterpiece, Most Pit Music, Gooble Warming, Rockaway Records and www.consume.com.au
SUN 24 JAN - Sydney HOME THE VENUE Plus special guests QUAN and SHUNDA K plus DJ GEMMA (Kooky) and DJ SVETA 101 Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour, Sydney www.homesydney.com Tickets from Moshtix (ph 1300 438 849) & all Moshtix outlets
WED 27 JAN - Melbourne THE HIFI Plus special guests QUAN, SHUNDA K and EVIL BEAVER Tickets from The Hi-Fi, www.thehifi.com.au , ph 1300THEHIFI, Greville Records, Polyester Records and www.consume.com.au
MON 1 FEB - Perth ASTOR THEATRE Plus special guests QUAN Tickets from Moshtix, 78 Records, Planet Video and Bocs Ticketing.
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 13 NOVEMBER! Also touring on the BIG DAY OUT...
FRI 15 JAN Auckland BDO SUN 17 JAN Gold Coast BDO FRI 22 JAN Sydney BDO SAT 23 JAN Sydney BDO TUES 26 JAN Melbourne BDO FRI 29 JAN Adelaide BDO SUN 31 JAN Perth BDO
We've already introduced you to Single Twin, the new project by Deloris frontman Marcus Teague. Now it's time to get better acquainted, check out the video for the debut single 'Came Home Dead'.
New Videos: Vampire Weekend perform Horchata live on Sunrise plus new video for Cousins
Vampire Weekend are here! They landed in the country last week for a whirlwind promo trip and have very busy little bees with interviews, DJ spots, photo shoots and a few very special performances.
On Friday they dropped into Sunrise to give Kochie a taste of Horchata, click on the pic below to check it out.
We've also got the very frantic and fun video for Cousins, directed by Garth Jennings (the same guy that brought you A-Punk).
New Video and Stream: 4AD Sessions with Tune-Yards and Deerhunter
4AD have launched "Sessions", a new section on their website dedicated to capture live footage of performances by 4AD's best and brightest. The first to get the ball rolling is Tune-Yards.
If you haven't come across the work of Merril Garbus' solo project Tune-Yards, this is the perfect introduction. Possessing an expansive sound that marries a coarse folk ingenuity with the bold pop sensibility of an R&B siren, Tune-Yards' eclectic sound is one that will resonate with fans of Micachu, Scout Niblett and Bjork.
New videos: Golden Silvers, Jay Reatard and The Big Pink
Some videos for your Tuesday afternoon...
First up we have The Golden Silvers. Recently the boys headed over to the U.S and reworked the single 'Arows Of Eros' with a nine piece Jazz outfit from Chicago. Recorded in Damon Albarn's studio, this was a musical experiment that turned out to be nothing short of impressive.
Next up we have Jay Reatard and his performance of "It Ain't Gonna Save Me" as part of Pitchfork's A>D>D series.
Finally we the video from the British duo steadily taking over the world, The Big Pink. Too Young To Love is the next single taken from their album 'A Brief History Of Love'.
The next serving from Mr Cocker. The title track to his second pulp-free offering 'Further Complications' is now accompanied by a video that aptly mirrors the albums artwork. Nothing fancy here, just pure Jarvis giving it all he's got. So simple, yet so great.
Further Complications is out now through Rough Trade/Remote Control.
Check out Cold Change, the new video by Spiral Stairs. The Jess Carfield directed video follows a day in the life of 'Benmont' a beardy and somewhat down and out character. Spiral Stairs' debut solo album The Real Feel is out now through Matador/Remote Control.
New video - Basement Jaxx - My Turn featuring Lightspeed Champion
Some electro-balladry for your Friday afternoon.
My Turn is the next single taken from Basement Jaxx's latest offering, Scars. Featuring the vocal talents of Lightspeed Champion, My Turn is a glitchy, poppy, lovesick track. The Tomek Ducki directed video depicts Lightspeed Champion getting his heart broken over and over again by ruthless (but nonetheless very cute) animated bears.
Basement Jaxx Scars is out now through XL/Remote Control.
Wolf & Cub's Hearts tour wraps up this week. If you didn't get down to see any of the shows in your city, check out some videos of the boys ripping it up at the One Movement Festival in Perth.
Love Comes Close is the first video taken from Cold Cave's debut album of the same name. The Art Boonparn directed video is an aptly lo-fi, gritty and brooding piece of work.
Tours and Videos - The XX are coming to Australia!
The XX have been announced as performing at the Laneway Festivals in 2010!
Here's a taste of what Australian audiences can look forward to:
The XX will be playing Laneway Festivals across the country Jan/ Feb 2010: Fri 29 Jan - Brisbane, Laneway Festival Sat 30 Jan - Melborne, Laneway Festival Sun 31 Jan - Sydney, Laneway Festival Fri 5 Feb - Adelaide, Laneway Festival Sat 6 Feb - Perth, Laneway Festival
Introducing ROX, the 22 year old South Londoner brought up on a healthy diet of traditional Jamaican music and influential artists ranging from Rufus Wainwright right through to Mahlia Jackson. ROX possesses the rare talent of a daunting vocal range matched with brilliant songwriting skills.
Take a listen to Rocksteady, the very first taste of her debut album due for release early next year through Rough Trade.
New video and tours: Emiliana Torrini side shows + Me And Armini remix video
*NEW VIDEO* Emiliana Torrini's Me and Armini (remix) from her Me and Armini EP
Emiliana Torrini has just announced two headline shows in Sydney and Melbourne in additional to her festival performances at Falls (sold out), Sunset Sounds and Southbound Festival.
To celebrate her upcoming tour, a Gold Edition of Emiliana Torrini’s stunning album Me and Armini has been released, with the bonus Me and Armini EP.
Included on the EP are remixes of the title track by Dan Carey (Franz Ferdinand, La Roux, CSS, Lily Allen and Hot Chip) and Italian dub producer Simone Lombardi.
MELBOURNE
Saturday January 2 - The Forum
Tickets on sale through Polyester (City & Fitzroy), and Ticketek online or 132 849
Presented by Inpress
SYDNEY
Tuesday January 5 - Enmore Theatre
Tickets on sale from The Enmore Theatre online, via 9550 3666, in person at the venue and Ticketek online or 132 849
Emiliana Torrini’s Me and Armini (album) featuring “Big Jumps” and “Jungle Drum” is out now on Rough Trade/ Remote Control. The Me and Armini EP (remixes) is also out now through Rough Trade/ Remote Control.
“Sweet, charming, effervescent, funny and delightfully honest; these are just some of the qualities that make Emiliana Torrini a natural entertainer.” Faster Louder
“The blend of sonic adventurousness, stunning vocals (as always) and continually strong songwriting makesMe And Armini a near irresistible album” Rave
Last week Thom Yorke debuted his 'new band' who are helping him perform his solo album 'The Eraser' at a public rehearsal in LA. You can see a stack of photos of the performance on Stereogum.
Thom also has a track on the Twilight: New Moon soundtrack.
Radiohead fans, don't fret. Guitarist Ed O'Brien is reassuring fans the band will be back with a new album next year.
Meanwhile, a film clip for 'Harrowdown Hill' has been released
Harrowdown Hill is from the album 'Eraser', released on XL Recordings
Last week, The Mountain Goats made their late night television debut on the Colbert Report.
Take a look at the interview between Colbert and John Darnielle as they discuss the heavy religious influence on the new album and Darnielle's penchant for "cheerfully desolate" lyrics.
Ned Collette + Wirewalker video Come Clean + AOL Spinner mp3 of the day
Ned Collette + Wirewalker are already being picked up on the international radar with their track Come Clean chosen by AOL Spinner as mp3 of the day!
Here is the brand new film clip for the track, directed by Natalie van den Dungen
You will be able to find Come Clean on Ned Collette + Wirewalker's new album 'Over The Stones, Under The Stars' out Oct 23 through Dot Dash. Touring November: Fri 13 Nov - Adelaide, Metro* (tickets on sale here) Fri 20 Nov - Bateman's Bay, North St Bar Sat 21 Nov - Sydney, Raval (tickets on sale here) Fri 27 Nov - Melbourne, Northcote Social Club (tickets on sale here) Sat 28 Nov - Hobart, Alley Cat [All shows will be with Teeth & Tongue except * with Laura Jean]
A while ago we blogged about a certain Mr Reznor confessing himself a mad fanboy as he premiered a clip by The Horrors up on his website.
Well now Icelandic pop pioneer Bjork has taken to the trend by premiering Micachu's clip for Turn Me Well on her site.
Bjork has previously sung the praises of Mica saying:
"I saw her in London, in June, a year ago and I was really excited about her. I thought it was that sort of 'do it yourself' approach, with all these little guitars and her attitude was really fresh… think it's really, really fun. (She)is a bit of a prankster really, isn't she?"
Micachu's album Jewellery is out now through Rough Trade/Remote Control.
The Horrors and Friendly Fires perform at The Mercury Prize 2009
[picture from bbc.co.uk]
Follow the link to check out the performance of Who Can Say by The Horrors at this year's Mercury Prize. They were shortlisted for the prize on the back of their second album Primary Colours which completely blew away both critics and fans alike.
Here they talk about their nomination and what they wanted to achieve with the second album.
[picture from bbc.co.uk]
On the other end of the spectrum, co-shortlisters and label mates Friendly Fires performed Jump In The Pool from their knockout self titled debut.
Follow the link to see Ed in all his hip shaking glory and click here to hear about their reaction to being nominated (and Lily Allen NOT being nominated - pretty funny stuff)
Check out the dreamy video for When It's Dark. Yet another track taken from the stunning new album by Yo La Tengo, Popular Songs.
Also well worth a look is a great interview Pitchfork have up with Dario Robleto, the conceptual sculptor responsible for the burnt tape that appears on the album's artwork.
Popular Songs is out now, so be sure to run out and grab a copy.
Those who STILL need further convincing can stream the album in full here.
Let Basement Jaxx take you on a journey into outer space.
Feelings Gone is an intergalactic work of cosmic puppetry and pure innovation ( it's Jaxx clip, what else did you expect?) Aussie boy Sam Sparrow is a lonely, wandering astronaut floating in space 'till he meets up with Simon and Felix for a soulful space-jam.
Never one to take the 'toned down' approach, Peaches offers up the video for Take You On. Donning a plethora of wigs, beards, lamé and sequins, Peaches multiplies and struts her stuff en masse in what seems to be a parallel universe of colour, geometric patterns and synths.
I'll Set The Night Upon You is the debut video from Melbourne wunderkind Jessica Says. Filmed in stark black and white the video is a homage to the classic film If. Jessica revisits her past as a waitress, in a charming piece of kitchen sink melodrama. I’ll Set The Night Upon You, features cameo vocals by Sally Seltmann (New Buffalo) and is a keynote track from the acclaimed album We Need To Talk.
Watch it and weep indie-lings:
Jessica Says also has a show coming up in Melbourne this Friday. August 28 at Bella Union Bar at Trades Hall, supported by Kid Sam and Tragic/ Athletic. Jessica Says will include Geoff O'Connor (Crayon Fields, Sly Hats) on guitar, Ollie Browne (Art Of FIghting) on drums and Jessica's brother Nick Venables on violin. What a treat!
Jessica Says plays Bella Union at Trades Hall, Melbourne Friday August 28 w/ Kid Sam and Tragic/ Athletic Doors open 8pm Tickets available $12 bellaunion.com.au or phone 03 9650 5600 or $15 at the door if still available
We Need To Talk has evoked a strong response from radio and critics, including being featured as Album Of The Week on ABC Radio National, and named Album Of The Week by MX, Beat Magazine and The Brag.
Check out the video for Church In Berlin by Melbourne's Black Cab. It's the latest from their album Call Signs.
Melbourne fans are in for a treat this weekend as the band are launching their album at the Espy's Gershwin Room in St Kilda on Saturday the 29th of August.
Making a special guest apperance will be Died Pretty's Ron Peno who contributed his talents to the track Ghost Anthems. Black Cab will also be supported by Sand Pebbles and The Sun Blindness.
The band rarely play live and their last show at the Northcote Social Club completely sold out.
If you knew what was good for you, you'd buy a ticket.