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Anthony Devine Presents: Contest Us The Album

July 9, 2014July 9, 2014 Jim Steps

Anthony Devine, son of Melbourne jazz musician Gary Devine, was almost inevitably set to pursue a career in music. Having taken up piano at the age of eight and studying primarily under Andy Cowan, he progressed to studying bass guitar at age twelve with notable figures such as Dan West, Wylie J. Miller, Tim Pryde, and Drew Deadman. Now, having worked for some years across a diverse range of musical styles including Hip-Hop, Reggae, Metal, Funk, Jazz, and Afrobeat, he has honed his skills as a progressive musician and had the privilege of playing with prominent artists such as King … Continue reading Anthony Devine Presents: Contest Us The Album

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Pataphysics – Subversive (Out Now)

September 10, 2012 Jim Steps

His music has tackled everything from neocolonialism to racism but Pataphysics – AKA outspoken soul hip-hop artist Patrick Marks – deems his debut album Subversive, a musical assault on Australia’s anti-terrorism laws, as a collection of his best work yet. 44 anti-terrorism laws were passed by the Australian Federal Government between 2001 and 2007 and Marks passionately opposes those he feels infringe on freedom of speech. “With Subversive, I wanted to shout out against these laws that breach civil liberties and human rights, and test boundaries as far as I could.” With heavy subsonic beats and potent lyrics, it’s insurgent rap … Continue reading Pataphysics – Subversive (Out Now)