As Limousine gets ready for their Salihara performance on May 21st, 2013, keyboardist Frederic Soulard share with us a 15 song mix, giving you a taste of some of the music this French 'pop jazz electronic' group listen's to.
The group, which includes Laurent Bardainne (keyboard and saxophone), David Aknin (drums), Maxime Delpierre (guitar), dan Frédéric Soulard made their recording debut with their 2005 self titled album, gaining a following while continually refining their sound. The group's music was featured in filmmaker Broadcast Clubs feature, Lila (2009), which garnered international praises and received prestigious awards from Clermont-Ferrand Festival, and Italy's Pontenure Film Festival.
The group set to perform their brand of music at Salihara's rooftop on the 21st of May. Whiteboard Journal will be there to enjoy the festivities, and we hope to see you there too!
photo originally by: JC Polien
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01. Tim Toum - Les Visiteur du Soir
02. Kloudlam - Eagles of Africa
03. Pivot - Fool in Rain
04. The Big Bamboo
05. Franco - Pasi Ya Boloko
06. Jeremy Jay - Slow Dance
07. Michael Kiwanuka - Tell Me a Tale
08. Patrick Coutin - J'aime Regarder Les Filles
09. Robert Gorl - Mit dir (Extended)
10. John Forde - Stardance
11. Alba Only Music Survives (The B Side)
12. Klein and M.B.O. - Dirty Talk
13. Abe Duque feat. Blake Baxter - What Happened
14. Discodeine - Grace
15. Stevie Wonder - SUperstition (Todd Terje Edit)
To be perfectly honest, other than her radio hits (and the super-catchy "Baby I got your money" chorus on an ODB track) I am not too familiar with Kelis' discography. When I heard that she has a new album coming produced by TV On the Radio's Dave Sitek I started paying attention, and a preview of what's to come has been released in the form of a new single, "Jerk Ribs".
The song features a tight production by Sitek, with a percussion and horn section that particularly stands out. Kelis' singing here very much reminds me of an 80s Michael Jackson without the James Brown-esque shouts - a subdued, smooth, but no less attention-grabbing performance. Needless to say, I dig it.
The album will be released via Dave Sitek's label, Federal Prism.
Listen to the track and download it below:
As one of the owners of Cafe Mondo in Kemang, Shunsuke Izumi's mission of creating a hub for local and international artists to share their work has not gone unnoticed. His genuine enthusiasm for the arts is infectious and translates into Cafe Mondo's diverse lineup of events. We visited the Japanese expatriate in his Kemang residence and talked to him about his background, the arts, and his view of Indonesia's current music scene.
Celebrating the week of Kartini, the mother of women's rights in Indonesia, a playlist consisting of girls kicking ass and having fun in music would naturally be a conceptual choice. Compiled of bands that's been watched, booked, obsessed, recommended, acquainted with, and stumbled upon, these are the results.
01. Know Your Chicken - Cibo Matto
02. Hettakorii No Ottokotou - eX-Girl
03. Cosmic Matador - Taigaa
04. You Are The Sun - Water Fai
05. I Love You Oh No - Plastics
06. Stupid - Yumi Yumi
07. Bears - Mass Of The Fermenting Dregs
08. War War War - Papaya Paranoia
09. Brown Mushrooms - Shonen Knife
10. Where're the Good Times - Super Junky Monkey
11. Ukifune - Go!Go!7188
12. Cold Heat - detroit7
13. Roller Coaster - Red Bacteria Vacuum
14. Canary Teikoku No Gyakushuu - Bleach03
15. Speak English or Die - Yellow Machinegun
16. Outro
Negative Lovers (formerly Denial) is a band quickly, if not already, getting attention of many independent music fans here in Indonesia. With a record that has been in the works for years now, it's great to finally see an official release from the group. What we have above is a music video featuring their song, Flooded Eye, which is released digitally via Picture in My Ear Records Bandcamp and (according to the description) and as a b-side to .38 Loves me.
The music feels a lot less abrasive on record than their high-frequency drenched live performances. With the low-ends & melodies becoming more apparent, the details of their compositions that are often submerged under the wave of noise are now visible, revealing rather elaborate arrangements. A treat to the ear (and for the colorful video a treat to the eyes), be sure to give the group a listen and purchase their music via the link below.
I missed Record Store Day because I had a performance (which was an awesome experience, thank you JFCC), and though it sort of bummed me out because I really wanted to know what sort of special releases were available, particularly at Aksara, I got some really great news via SRM Management's email: Well, sort of. Sorealist, as they call it, is a compilation album featuring some of the group's best material plus some singles that were only available in soundtracks and such. Now the real treat comes in three brand new songs titled
really puts Sore's ability to bring that romantic Indonesian nostalgia sound on the forefront with it being a ballad (and the chorus in the background really-really brings an emotional edge to it), retains that nostalgic vibe and an even more dramatic effect with the horn section weaving through it. Finally is the catchiest of the three, with the word "Gila" being repeated over and over giving the song a dizzying effect.
Great to see Sore back, and listening to the new songs I'm getting very curious as to what musical direction the group has in store for us. You can purchase the album by clicking the link below, and be on the look out for a physical release!
