Lowrider – Black Stones National Tour

7 02 2013

Acclaimed local four-piece Lowrider make an emphatic return this February with their third studio album, Black Stones. Recorded throughout 2012 between the famed Red Bull Studios in Los Angeles and Chapel Lane Studios in Adelaide, the album presents a bold and exciting sonic progression for the band.

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To celebrate the release of Black Stones, Lowrider will take their renowned live show on the road, hitting a series of spots all across the east coast throughout March and April and kicking things off in their hometown of Adelaide on Saturday February 16th. Since their debut release in 2008, Lowrider has embarked on an exciting transition from intimate hometown venues to sold-out national headline shows to coveted support slots on national tours for Alicia Keys, Lupe Fiasco and John Legend. Their latest LP, 2010’s Round The World, earned them their first ARIA nomination, and saw them land on the national Big Day Out, Bluesfest and Pyramid Rock festivals. In 2012, the band headed to the US for highly acclaimed performances in LA and at Austin’s famed SXSW festival.

Now in 2013, Lowrider present the fruit of their labour – Black Stones. For band members Joe, Scott, John and Paul, Black Stones scraps any grand preconceptions and allows the undeniable chemistry between the four of them to take control. Simple, focused and proud.

Join Lowrider as they proudly celebrate this release and embark on an inevitably huge 2013. Also, head over to the Lowrider website to pre-order Black Stones and grab a free download of new album track And I Wonder! Black Stones will be available February 15. 

Sat 16 Feb The Depot, Adelaide, SA 18+
Fri 1 Mar Allhambra, Brisbane, QLD 18+
Sat 2 Mar Shark Bar, Gold Coast, QLD 18+
Fri 22 Mar Corner Hotel, Melbourne, VIC 18+
Sat 23 Mar Pier Live, Frankston, VIC 18+
Sun 24 Mar Theatre Royal, Castlemaine, VIC 18+
Fri 5 Apr Hotel New York, Launceston, TAS 18+
Sat 6 Apr Republic Bar, Hobart, TAS 18+
Fri 12 Apr Notes, Newtown, NSW 18+

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Lowrider – Days Of Boredom

5 12 2012

Adelaide four-piece Lowrider make an emphatic return with first single Days of Boredom, a gritty, confronting piece of alternative-soul that serves the first taste of their upcoming LP Black Stones.

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Recorded over the past year between Red Bull’s Studios in Los Angeles and Chapel Lane Studios in Adelaide, Black Stones, the bands third studio album, is set for release on Friday 15th February 2013 through Illusive.

Without judgment or pretension, but perhaps a little frustration, Days of Boredom touches on modern life’s obsession with technology and social media over a catchy key riff, rolling basslines and a dense wall of crashing drums. It sets the tone for Black Stones, a stripped back and no nonsense approach from the band, showing distinct sonic progression from their previous material.

To celebrate, Lowrider played a sold out, intimate one-off show at Higher Ground in their hometown of Adelaide, December 1st. In addition to the new single, album and show announcement, Lowrider and Red Bull have partnered to release four behind-the-scenes videos (each Tuesday for the next month) showcasing their time at the Los Angeles Red Bull Studio and this year’s SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas, exclusively on Red Bull Australia’s website.

Watch the first instalment of the Lowrider x Red Bull Video series here. 

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Raise The Roof IV

23 04 2012

The Espy is pleased to announce that it is once again opening its doors up to a night of all local hip hop. Raise The Roof IV picks up from where 3 left off, a colossal lineup showcasing the finest in established and emerging local hip hop. The first 3 instalments of Raise The Roof were a raging success, volume 4 is shaping up to be bigger then ever.

Featuring Funkoars, Lowrider, Vents, Def Wish Cast, Briggs, Mase & Mattic, Purpose, Death Stars, DJ Reflux, Remi, Eloquor, Soliloquy, Mu-Gen, Prequel, Slap618 and DJ Flagrant’s Aussie Hip Hop video show. Hosted by Reason, Raise The Roof IV will be held at the Esplanade Hotel, April 24. Tix are available now. You do not want to miss this one Melbourne.

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LHA – Split Decision (Out Now)

23 09 2011

Sydney-based hip hop duo, LHA, announces the release of their debut album, Split Decision. Written and produced entirely by the duo, the album perfectly captures the ethos of LHA; soulful, catchy, heartfelt music to move body and mind.

LHA comprises Australian emcee Adikkal and Korean producer LeeHahn. Captivated by the idea that a song should move you inside and out, LHA make music full of provoking grooves. Crossing cultures and fusing elements of soul, funk on the bedrock of hip hop, they produce a distinct sound that, while gathering eclectic influences from music’s fringes, upholds an appeal for music fans across the globe.

Born and raised in Sydney, emcee Adikkal is a skilled freestyler, who draws on years of live experience with hip hop/funk/rock band, The Suitable Few. Having played alongside some of the biggest names in local hip hop including The Herd and Downsyde, he is as well versed live as he is in the studio. Effortlessly weaving honest and considered lyrics over LeeHahns’ production, Adikkal creates a powerful musical blend that is both sweet and raw.

Born in Seoul, Korea, LeeHahn moved to Australia 17 years ago. Having honed his talents as producer for Korean hip hop outfit J Daiz, LeeHahn brings a meticulous and soulful ear, combining live instruments with hard-hitting drums and cleverly chopped samples. The result is nothing short of expert.

Since releasing their debut EP It’s Time in 2009, LHA has received recognition and acclaim from critics and fans both locally and around the world. Their track That’s Just Life won a spot in the final 5 for the Launch Your Band competition, and was rated in the top 20 in its category in the International Song Writing Competition.

The duo has played extensively throughout Sydney, alongside artists such as Australian hip hop/soul band, Lowrider. Building on the hi-vibe of their recorded music, they enlist the assistance of their extended musical family – guitarist Nikko and bass player Gurg – to deliver not just a performance, but an explosive, live hip hop experience.

The first track from Split Decision, Keep It Movin, is a sophisticated, and stylish groove, with a video to match. Created by renowned Korean graphic artist, designer, VJ, professor and author, Parpunk, the clip is three and half minutes of animated music video class. This is cultural collaboration at its finest, and LHA clearly has it down pat.

The brand new single, This Is Your Life, is at radio this week. Ignited by the powerful lyrics of Adikkal and his fight for self-actualisation, the track is driven home by the soulful but commanding beats of LeeHahn. Directed by Kane Yoon, the video is another stylish offering from the duo, who find elegance in the ordinary with ease. The end result is powerful and inspirational.

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Joelistics – Voyager Records Episode 2

20 05 2011

This is the second episode of Voyager Records, Joelistics’s new series. Things are pretty bad in the future, everyone is pretty much dead. In amongst this post-apocalyptic backdrop, Joelistics decides to open a record store with six records and a box of cdr-s. This is his story.

The adventures of Joelistics continue in Voyager Records Episode 2
http://www.joelistics.com
Written and directed by Peter Brennan

Introducting Voyager, the debut solo record from producer, rapper and singer Joelistics (TZU)


Regarded as one of the most charismatic lyricists in hip hop, Joelistics is one of the most gifted freestylers to have never battled; a true storyteller influenced by shoegazer electronica and folk as much as classic boom bap hip hop. Self-produced and self-assured, Voyager was written in France, Mongolia, China and Australia, tapping into themes of travel, modern world paranoia and growing older.

As part of TZU, Joelistics garnered AMP and J Award nominations and toured the country countless times, playing every major festival. In solo mode, he relishes the freedom to creatively stretch out, exploring universal themes through a laconic personal insight. On the song Head Right he throws down “I’m half Caucasian, still very Asian, a mad variation of what you call Australian”. While the intoxicatingly evocative Heart Remains, shows he’s not just an observer, but rather, part of the land: “the languid heat make sleepless nights, lazy speak, mosquito bites, old timers who drive the road trains rolling cigarettes single handed …I saw it all clear from a house on a hill in a country far away and I thought to myself till the day that I die that’ll be where my heart remains”.

Did we forget to mention this is all wrapped up in some damn catchy shit?

This is a hip hop record that can’t be ignored by those not into the genre. Any preconceptions can’t be applied to the ambition and musical fearlessness that is Voyager by Joelistics. Fresh from captivating crowds on the sold-out Herd tour, Joelistics is gearing up to do it all again – this time joining Lowrider on their Hold On national tour. Joelistic’s debut solo record Voyager is out May 20 on Elefant Traks and his new single Glorious Feeling in now playing on Triple J and is available for purchase below.

Hold On Tour with Lowrider
Wed 11th May Wollongong Harp Hotel http://www.oztix.com.au   / 1300 762 545 
Thurs 12th May Canberra Transit Bar http://www.moshtix.com.au  / 1300 438 849 
Fri 13th May Sydney Annandale Hotel http://www.annandalehotel.com / 02 9550 1078 
Fri 20th May Ballarat Karova Lounge http://www.karovalounge.com 
Sat 21st May Melbourne The Corner Hotel http://www.cornerhotel.com / 03 9427 9198 
Thueday 2nd June Maroochydore Sol Bar Venue Phone: 07 5443 9550
Fri 3rd June Coolangatta Coolangatta Hotel http://www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 
Saturday June 4, Brisbane The Zoo http://www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 
Thurs 9th June Bunbury Prince Of Wales http://www.moshtix.com.au / 1300 438 849 
Fri 10th June Dunsborough Malt
Sat 11th June Perth The Bird http://www.moshtix.com.au / 1300 438 849
Sun 12th June Fremantle Norfolk Basement http://www.moshtix.com.au  / 1300 438 849 
Fri 17th June Hobart Republic Bar http://www.moshtix.com.au  / 03 6234 6954 
Fri 24th June Adelaide The Gov http://www.thegov.com.au  
Sat 25th June Adelaide The Gov (ALL AGES) http://www.thegov.com.au  
Sat 2nd July Mildura Sand Bar 03 5021 2181

Release Date: Today, May 20, 2011
Label: Elefant Traks
Distribution: Inertia Music

New track taken from Joelistics – Voyager ‘Glorious Feeling’. Purchase here for as little as 10¢. 

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Joelistics joins Lowrider Tour + launches new web series & single

28 04 2011

Fresh from captivating crowds on the sold-out Herd tour, Joelistics is gearing up to do it all again – this time joining Lowrider on their Hold On national tour. Joelistic’s debut solo record Voyager is out May 20 on Elefant Traks and his new single Glorious Feeling in now playing on Triple J and is available for purchase below. He has also created a hilarious new web series to accompany the release. See the first episode right here. 

Hold On Tour with Lowrider
Wed 11th May Wollongong Harp Hotel http://www.oztix.com.au   / 1300 762 545 
Thurs 12th May Canberra Transit Bar http://www.moshtix.com.au  / 1300 438 849 
Fri 13th May Sydney Annandale Hotel http://www.annandalehotel.com / 02 9550 1078 
Fri 20th May Ballarat Karova Lounge http://www.karovalounge.com 
Sat 21st May Melbourne The Corner Hotel http://www.cornerhotel.com / 03 9427 9198 
Thueday 2nd June Maroochydore Sol Bar Venue Phone: 07 5443 9550
Fri 3rd June Coolangatta Coolangatta Hotel http://www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 
Saturday June 4, Brisbane The Zoo http://www.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 
Thurs 9th June Bunbury Prince Of Wales http://www.moshtix.com.au / 1300 438 849 
Fri 10th June Dunsborough Malt
Sat 11th June Perth The Bird http://www.moshtix.com.au / 1300 438 849
Sun 12th June Fremantle Norfolk Basement http://www.moshtix.com.au  / 1300 438 849 
Fri 17th June Hobart Republic Bar http://www.moshtix.com.au  / 03 6234 6954 
Fri 24th June Adelaide The Gov http://www.thegov.com.au  
Sat 25th June Adelaide The Gov (ALL AGES) http://www.thegov.com.au  
Sat 2nd July Mildura Sand Bar 03 5021 2181

New track taken from Joelistics – Voyager ‘Glorious Feeling’. Purchase here for as little as 10¢. 

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2010 Look-Back Series #4: Fubex – The Next Chapter

15 03 2011

Fubex first began as a battle MC back in 2003, then built up his reputation to become renowned as a hard worker. Fubex released his first album Upcoming back in early 2007 and now brings you his second album titled The Next Chapter.

The Next Chapter features appearances from Swanny (Tenfold), 1/6, Wyldcard MC, Ad-wan (Los Theory), Patty Down (Tranquil Artillery), DJ Relik from Turnstyle Records and Unda K9 Record’s DJ Denno.
Fubex has previously supported the likes of Bliss n Eso, TZU, Lowrider, Pez n 360, Illzilla, The Typhoons, Phatchance, Motley (United Kindom) and Seth Sentry.

Track listings
1. Circus Act
2. Melbourne Hip-Hop
3. Without A Doubt (Feat. DJ Denno)
4. The Next Chapter
5. Positive Vibe (Feat. DJ Relik)
6. Interlude Three
7. Bounce With Me (Feat. Tenfold and DJ Relik)
8. Remain As Yourself
9. Space Traveller (Feat. DJ Relik)
10. One For The Ladies
11. Unity (Feat. Wyldcard MC and 1/6)
12. Lyrical Content
13. Interlude Four
14. All Calm Down
15. Good Times (Feat. Ad-wan, Down Patty and DJ Relik)

This album is affiliated by: Stronghorn Studios, Pang Productions, Syn City Productions, Red Dragon studios, Phatchance and Turnstyle Records.

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Lowrider – Round the World (Remix feat. Suffa MC)

9 11 2010

The crowd went crazy for Lowriders new remix of Round the World featuring Suffa MC of the Hilltop Hoods on Friday the 5th at the Gov! The only way to hear this new single is on your radio, so if you missed out make sure to request it on your favorite radio station.

Bigger. Brighter. Bolder: Just three words to nail the irresistible sound of hot Adelaide quartet Lowrider’s second album, Round the World.

Having forged a reputation as one of the most mesmerising live acts around and with one acclaimed album already under their belt, the foursome of Paul Bartlett (drums/beats), brother John (piano/keys), Joe Braithwaite (vocals) and Scott Duncan (bass) are at the top their game and ready to take their unique blend of soul and funk to the world.

Since forming in Adelaide in 2004, Lowrider have supported some of the biggest acts in Australia and the world (Christina Aguilera, Lupe Fiasco, Alicia Keys). Also performing countless festivals including Big Day Out, Blues and Roots, Pyramid Rock and A Day On The Green. After proving they could match it with the best on stage, it was that smooth spontaneous live sound they wanted to capture on the album, embellished with the almost limitless possibilities the studio can bring.

The stunning result intertwines threads from the four members’ different tastes and backgrounds into a seamless whole. The band has built on its proven formula by adding echoes of Motown and Stax, Latin tinges and slinky funk to create a compelling catalogue of love songs, haunting ballads, party jams and even socio-political comment.

The first single, Here We Go, is an irresistible invitation to the party (“come right in and take a beer, it’s all on us!”), with a driving bass line and wicked horns that will have you thirsting for more. At the other end of the spectrum is What Keeps You Here, a heartfelt, rhythmically intriguing piano-driven ballad that gives Joe’s soulful vocals a chance to truly shine.

The astute, scathing, Latin-infused Twenty Thirteen sees the band questioning society’s slavish devotion to the corporate dollar (“don’t become the cattle of the rich man”), and the sweeping strings and sparse handclaps of the lush, epic Break Me display the band’s sensitive side.

Upbeat, inspirational Hold On, with its swirling organ intro (“Hold on to me, a time will come when you see the best of me and we’ll go higher”) brings to mind the best of vintage soul whereas the gentle, jazzy album closer Keep The Pace provides a thoughtful and fitting finale.

For Nova Fans
SMS to 19 919 919   Eg. (Play Lowriders new remix of round the world)
Call 132410

For Triple J Fans
SMS 19 757 555
Call 1300 055 536
Request Away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Jagermeister Independent Music Awards – Hip Hop Focus

28 09 2010
Proudly presented by Channel [V], NOVA, and MySpace, the fifth Annual Jagermeister Independent Music Awards (formally known as the Jagermeister AIR Awards) will be held on Friday October 1st at The Forum Theatre in Melbourne.
The event is a rare opportunity to join great Australian Musicians and the Industry at large, as they celebrate success with the Award winners, and enjoy performances by some of the country’s most sought after artists.
The Jagermeister Independent Music Awards  are Australia’s only official independent music awards, rewarding the country’s highest achieving independent artists across all genres, in any given year.
The evening will feature performances from those purveyors of punk, hardcore rockers The Amity Affliction; new indie darlings and vintage-alt-pop stars Cloud Control; virtuosic jazz pianist Joe Chindamo; indie wunderkids and brit-rock exponents British India; the intoxicating world-renowned singer-songwriter Sally Seltmann; and a hip-hop extravaganza from M-Phazes with Illy, Muph & Candice Monique, Solo and Mantra which promises some electric on-stage collaborations.
Awards to be presented during the evening include Best Independent Dance / Electronic Release, Best Independent Artist, Best Independent Hip Hop/Urban Release and Best Independent Hard Rock/Punk Release among others, with a number of high profile special guest presenters on hand to help with proceedings.
Now in their fifth year, The Jagermeister Independent Music Awards  continue to grow and are now recognised as a barometer for future ‘big’ acts.  Previous winners include Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, The Hilltop Hoods, The Herd, Eddy Current Suppression Ring, Gotye, British India, Sneaky Sound System and John Butler, many of whom have gone on to major commercial and critical success subsequently.
Given the depth of such Label and Artist success, Independent Music can no longer be viewed as just small or emerging. Independent labels are currently estimated to have 80% of titles on shelves and online, and continue to have the biggest winning scorecard every year from the ARIA awards to triple j’s Hottest 100, while also providing the bulk of talent to the Australian festival circuit each year.
Curated and created by the Australian Independent Record Label Association (AIR), this year’s Jagermeister Independent Music Awards  will be the jewel in the crown of ‘Melbourne Music’, a 10-day music festival programme presented by The City of Melbourne. AIR is a (non-profit, non-government) national trade association promoting and representing the interests and development of Australian independent artists, labels and music companies in Australia and throughout the world.
For more info on the Awards, Charts and Independent music check out http://www.ausindies.com/
The 5th Annual
Jagermeister Independent Music Awards
The Forum Theatre, Melbourne – Friday October 1st, 2010
Doors open at 8:00pm
Tickets – $29 +BF and are available now @ http://www.ticketmaster.com.au/

Best independent hip-hop/urban album nominations:
Horrorshow – Inside Story (Elefant Traks/Inertia)
Lowrider – Round The World (Illusive)
M-Phazes – Good Gracious (Obese Records)
Ozi Batla – Wild Colonial (Elefant Traks/Inertia)
Urthboy – Spitshine (Elefant Traks/Inertia)
Best independent single or EP:
Bliss N Eso – Down By The River (Illusive)
To win a double pass to the gig change your status on Facebook to: “I want to go to the Jagermeister Independent Music Awards” and tag AIR | Australian Independent Records. You could rub shoulders with industry and catch an awesome lineup including British India, Cloud Control, Amity Affliction and M-Phazes.
This is a quick look behind the scenes with one of Australia’s biggest hip-hop producers M-Phazes at a rehearsal with Muph, Mantra, Candice, and the D²Drumline for the upcoming AIR Awards at the Forum un Melbourne on October 1st.

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Lowrider – Here We Go

5 05 2010

Here We Go is the first taste of Lowrider’s sophomore album, Round the World, which is due for release in early July.

After their first official release, 2008’s Diamond Amongst The Thieves, was near unanimously praised as one of the finest Australian albums of the year (‘there are truly no missteps on Diamond Amongst The Thieves’ – Drum, ‘This album is one of those rare gems in Australian music’ 9/10 – Sauce), there has been a huge level of anticipation for its follow-up.
With a little help from New York’s legendary Chops Horns, Lowrider have returned with a bold, neck-breaking, hard-hitting party jam. Round The World is an eclectic masterstroke, and one that the Adelaide four-piece wanted to kick off with a bang. Enjoy!

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Here We Go – Lowrider


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