The plate du jour - French Funk, with service compliments of French native Oxford (not to be confused with the British town).
Oxford - "White Pearl" - Pleasant, glittering, fuuuuunky, Daft Punk-esque. What the song lacks in vocals it makes up for in woodwinds. If you don't believe us, fast forward to 2:22 and you'll hear what sounds like a speed trip through the Museum of Natural History (Native American and Space exhibits included).
Oxford - "Flashlight" - The sounds of outerspace are distorted through a funk-infused kaleidoscope. Despite its simple beat structure, the track is great if you find yourself wearing a party hat lost at the rollerskating rink on disco-night. Keep those feet moving.
This new batch of Cherub songs brings a fresh, uptempo electro feel to the familiar pop sensibilities showcased on their first record. Jordan Kelley’s studio production, clever songcraft, and silky smooth falsetto are complimented perfectly by Jason Huber’s live production and tube-driven guitar work.
These songs were recorded in their bedroom, these songs were mixed in their bedroom. Gold Fields are a fresh new band from Ballarat Victoria, Australia planning to release a full album this year. They bring a dancy pop sound that Australian bands continue to perfect, with the very marketable catchy bridges and lyrics that set the bar high. Gold Fields is two words
Aussieland continues to justify its standing as one of the strongest independent music scenes. Boasting rapidly popular acts to the tune of Cut Copy, Empire of the Sun, and Temper Trap; worthy new competitors seemingly emerge from the country every week.
Enter The Belligerents. Reinforcing Australia’s reputation as a hotbed of musical talent, this aptly named quintet resides amongst Brisbane’s burgeoning youth culture. Formed in 2010, the band's debut EP, Less Arty More Party, hit shelves earlier this year and the rockers have become quite the buzz band as their synth-infused punk rock consistently energizes and inspires crowds.
After supporting notables such as Metronomy, Neon Indian, and Breakbot late last year, The Belligerents are now taking their act on the road. With a nation-wide tour beginning Saturday, stops touch all across the eastern coast ranging from Melbourne, to Sydney and Newcastle.
Now to the mates from The Belligerents themselves and Andy's admission to troysnoise of his admiration for Mozart and how the bandmates' sisters helped bring the band together.
Enjoy the above EP promo video as well, edited by all one workers @troysnoise.com.
Lewis Stephenson - rhythm guitar, vocals James Griffin - lead guitar Konstantin Kersting - bass A'Oh Balzat - keys White Stag - drums
TN: How did the five of you meet and how did the band’s name arise?
Andy: We met through a shared love of music festivals, late nights, each other's sisters, partying hard, and getting down to boogie. We didn't have long to find a name cuz
The two-man DJ crew Goldfish graced us with their third album last month, Get Busy Living. Hailing from Cape Town, Goldfish has owned the South African live electronic scene for years. Their unique - new age jazz meets dance and house music - style is finally getting the worldwide credit it deserves, playing sold out shows in 2010 everywhere from Miami to Moscow.
David Poole mans the sax, flute, samplers and mixing while Dominic Peters runs the keyboard, groovebox, and double bass. They call it the 'Re-invention of the DJ.'
Here's a clip from one single, the aptly named 'Get Busy Living," watch the video and hear the entire song right cheeeer.
Along with the rest of the album, be sure to check out "Crunchy Joe" ("Buzzing baselines, crunchy blues riffs, all tied into a chorus you can't help but sing along with the next time it comes around") and "My Rainbow."
To catch you up, here's one of their hit singles from '08, "Fort Knox."
Saturday, February 23, 2013 
The plate du jour - French Funk, with service compliments of French native Oxford (not to be confused with the British town). 
