MILLER YULE TURNS UP THE HEAT WITH DEBUT ALBUM LET IT BURN
Rising Americana singer-songwriter Miller Yule delivers an explosive debut album in LET IT BURN – a cathartic and revealing musical narrative through ten strong tracks that vividly capture his life through his tempestuous twenties.
Rising Americana singer-songwriter Miller Yule delivers an explosive debut album in LET IT BURN – a cathartic and revealing musical narrative through ten strong tracks that vividly capture his life through his tempestuous twenties.
Miller explains the story of LET IT BURN:
"Let It Burn is explosive, emotive, invasive, passionate, and fiery! It will give you that pumping, kickstart, upbeat vibe as well as those slow-burning, passionate and reflective feels. Let It Burn covers the journey of fire. From the spark to the flame, becoming engulfed to dying out, smouldering smokey embers to ash and dust.
It's a body of work that captures my life in my twenties. The good, the bad, the highs, the lows, the falling in love, the heartbreak, the regrets, the depression, the fulfilment and the emptiness, being lost to being exactly where I was meant to be all along! Simultaneously exciting and terrifying, this was my twenties…along with everyone else!
Releasing this album is the final cathartic act of letting go of these experiences and letting it all burn away. You can't erase the past but you can let go, let it be and let it burn. You can accept everything for what it was, who you were and who you’ve become from the experience, the struggle and the transformation. This is life and this is Let It Burn!"
Opening track, the heart-felt and enduring ‘Dynamite’, lights the fuse and explodes into Miller’s latest body of work that perfectly captures his continuing development into a musically and lyrically strong, contemporary songwriter.
Following on from earlier singles off the new album 'Tangled Up', 'Lock Me Up', and ‘Evergreen’, Miller’s work continues to demonstrate his ability to deliver strong hook-driven melodies, insightful and personal lyricism, a talent for excellent arrangements and musicality.
Recorded at Auckland’s Roundhead Studio A, with additional recording done at Big Pop Studios by Scott Seabright, ‘Dynamite’ and the Let It Burn album was mixed by Clint Murphy at Roundmead Studios, UK, mastered by Ryan Smith at Sterling Sound Mastering, Nashville and produced by Greg Haver (Manic Street Preachers, Melanie C, Opshop).
It’s been a long time coming for Miller, and now he and his band will finally gather together with friends, family, and fans to celebrate the completion and release of his first studio album with a party and show in two weeks. Diary the date, round up your friends and take the opportunity to experience the new album live and loud!
MILLER YULE – LET IT BURN – ALBUM RELEASE PARTY
FRIDAY 14 OCTOBER GALATOS AUCKLAND
Tickets on sale now from galatos.co.nz
LISTEN / PURCHASE ‘LET IT BURN’ HERE
HOW TO MARKET AND PROMOTE YOUR MUSIC SEMINAR - HASTINGS
Following the outstanding success of the How To Make Money From Your Music seminar, the Music Managers Forum Aotearoa, with thanks to NZ On Air, Recorded Music NZ, APRA AMCOS, NZ Music Commission and Hastings District Creative Communities are returning to Hastings with the essential FREE Stage Two seminar, How to Market and Promote Your Music.
Following the outstanding success of the How To Make Money From Your Music seminar, the Music Managers Forum Aotearoa, with thanks to NZ On Air, Recorded Music NZ, APRA AMCOS, NZ Music Commission and Hastings District Creative Communities are returning to Hastings with the essential FREE Stage Two seminar, How to Market and Promote Your Music.
How musicians release and promote contemporary music has changed considerably in the last few years, with an increased focus on digital platforms. Over 70% of the New Zealand Music Industry income is from streaming, but an artist faces stiff competition, against all other artists, within the realms of the large worldwide digital stores and platforms. In order to cut through the noise, artists now need to be active across many promotional channels to drive awareness of their projects. With the majority of artists self releasing, it is important that managers and musicians learn these skills for the benefit of their independent releases.
This not-to-be-missed seminar will cover avenues of releasing, marketing and promoting music including publicity, bio’s, press releases, tips for pitching to media, marketing, digital marketing, social media, playlists and radio airplay.
Speakers are:
Lisa Paris CEO - The Label (Music Marketing and PR Specialists)
Jeff Newton NZ On Air – Music Promoter - Platforms | Puoro Kaiwhakahau – Punaha Rorohiko
Tana Tupai Self-managed artist – Tomorrow People
Gina Linnell Music Manager (Trei & Levi) Promoter & Event Manager
‘How to Market and Promote Your Music’ FREE Seminar
Date: Tuesday, 1 November 2022
Venue: Spaceship, 118 Karamu Rd North, Hastings
Time: 5.30pm doors for 6.00pm start. Seminar finishes at 7.30pm
FREE ENTRY to all musicians, self-managed artists, music managers or anyone interested in the music industry. RSVP is essential. Email admin@mmf.co.nz to secure your seat.
Thank you to NZ On Air, Recorded Music NZ, APRA AMCOS, NZ Music Commission, Hastings District Creative Communities and the Music Managers Forum Aotearoa.
Olivia Foa’i is Releasing her intimately reflective single Myriagon (No Photos Please)
Olivia Foa'i, known for her joyful pan-pacific music and dance (Moana soundtrack, Te Vaka, Candid), She takes a big step closer to the listener with her upcoming, intimately reflective single, Myriagon (No Photos Please).
Olivia Foa'i, known for her joyful pan-pacific music and dance (Moana soundtrack, Te Vaka, Candid), She takes a big step closer to the listener with her upcoming, intimately reflective single, Myriagon (No Photos Please).
The song is being released on September 29, immediately followed by a short film-style music video with a thought-provoking storyline written by Olivia. She hopes that the track and visuals will spark questions and conversation regarding human connection, social media, and our ever-fading grip on the present moment.
Made with the support of NZ On Air, Myriagon will be the first single from Olivia’s 2023 sophomore album and follows the success of her debut album, Candid, which earned her the Tui for Best Pacific Album in 2020 and Best Female Artist in the Pacific Music Awards of the same year.
Follow Olivia Foa’i: Spotify / YouTube / Facebook / Instagram
Pop powerhouse PRINS continues her winning streak with the release of impressive new EP, LIFE IS BETTER NOW
She’s a triple threat with a background in acting, dancing and modeling. Now after releasing a winning streak of killer tunes, Christchurch-based artist PRINS has firmed up her place as one of New Zealand pop’s most exciting new acts with the release of her impressive new EP, LIFE IS BETTER NOW.
She’s a triple threat with a background in acting, dancing and modeling. Now after releasing a winning streak of killer tunes, Christchurch-based artist PRINS has firmed up her place as one of New Zealand pop’s most exciting new acts with the release of her impressive new EP, LIFE IS BETTER NOW.
Listen to LIFE IS BETTER NOW HERE
LIFE IS BETTER NOW features the recently released single ‘Hazardous’ and bangers ‘Better Now’; ‘On the low (shh!)’ and ‘That’s the thing x’, which hit #3 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart and secured rotation on all three of the country’s largest commercial radio stations, while simultaneously taking streaming platforms by storm. Combined, the singles garnered the attention of major labels around the world and saw PRINS sign New York-based AntiFragile.
On the five-track EP, the multi-talented PRINS worked with an array of exceptional songwriters, producers and engineers, including Drax Project, Marlon Gerbes (SIX60), award-winning engineer Pierre-Olivier Couturier, LA-based House of Wolf (Carlie Hanson), John-Adam Howard, Shawn Platzker, Jillian Slade, and Grammy recipient Chris Gehringer (Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga and Lil Nas X).
It makes for a tight collection of solid pop songs that stand out in their own right, but fit together seamlessly and showcase PRINS’ signature alt-pop sound - with a dose of sass and euphoric electronica, producing radio-ready dancefloor anthems sure to shake the crowd.
“This EP has felt like the start of what PRINS truly reflects,” explains PRINS. “I’ve had an incredible amount of support around me which has allowed me to be more vulnerable in my songwriting this year. It still has its sassy, empowering, badass tracks but I’ve been able to combine it with my softer side which equally represents me just as much,” she says.
“The experience I’ve gained from working with New Zealand’s very own Marlon Gerbes (Six60) and Drax Project who helped kick off the first two singles from the EP, has been invaluable,” says PRINS. “The same goes for my Canadian production team, 'House Of Wolf' who have helped me push the boundaries and develop my songwriting to an international level. I am excited to continue to develop these relationships and am already working on my next project for 2023.”
With millions of streams and numerous achievements now under her belt, the pop powerhouse has well and truly found her place. PRINS is a firm fixture on the festival circuit, having secured coveted slots at the likes of Bay Dreams South, The Edge NYE Festival, Highlife's Sunsetters Festival, Electric Ave, RNV, Soundsplash and Go Live Festival.
Other notable accolades include 2021’s ‘Follow Me’ rising to #8 on the Hot New Zealand Singles Chart; the ‘Midnight Calling’ Remix (2021) featuring on the largest DJ promo pool in Europe, and charting in the UK Club Top 30 for 5 weeks - peaking at #11. PRINS was also interviewed by Rio Fredrika, the host of the widely popular UK music station Capital FM, on the CBBC program 'The Ultimate Playlist' - and subsequently landed a feature in the international pop culture magazine, Wonderland.
It’s all topped off with the triumphant release of LIFE IS BETTER NOW, which has not only cemented PRINS’ status as New Zealand's resident pop princess, but established herself as an international force to be reckoned with.
The LIFE IS BETTER NOW EP is available worldwide today. Listen HERE
Don McGlashan NZ Tour Supports Announced + 2nd Wellington Date Added!
Today, Don McGlashan is elated to reveal the impressive roster of locally-sourced support acts for his upcoming Aotearoa tour dates to celebrate his number one album, Bright November Morning. Due to high demand, a second Wellington date has also been added for Friday, October 28 at Old St Pauls.
Today, Don McGlashan is elated to reveal the impressive roster of locally-sourced support acts for his upcoming Aotearoa tour dates to celebrate his number one album, Bright November Morning. Due to high demand, a second Wellington date has also been added for Friday, October 28 at Old St Pauls.
The tour will have the full band that recorded the album with Don, including; Shayne P Carter (Straitjacket Fits, Dimmer), Chris O’Connor (SJD, Phoenix Foundation) and James Duncan (SJD, Dimmer) and joining them will be multi-instrumentalist Anita Clark (Motte).
Kicking off the tour at Queenstown's Sherwood, Don and the band are joined by young guitarist and Play It Strange Youthtown Songwriting finalist Jack Speedy. In Christchurch, rock n roll group Adam Hattaway and The Haunters are set to perform, in addition to a second date on the tour in Leigh.
Those in Akaroa will be treated to the bewitching alt-folk music of songwriter Emily Fairlight, and Wellington offers the superb talents of local musician Michael James Keane, along with Jazz vocalist and composer Jess Deacon (Play On Words) in Paekakariki.
The grand finale show at Auckland’s Powerstation will see a special duo performance from prolific Tāmaki-based singer/guitarist Dianne Swann (The Bads) and Otis Mace.
Don McGlashan - Bright November Morning Tour
All tickets can be purchased via - www.donmcglashan.com
Thursday, Oct 20 - Queenstown, Sherwood w/ Jack Speedy
Friday, Oct 21 - Dunedin
Saturday, Oct 22 - Christchurch, James Hay Theatre w/ Adam Hattaway
Sun Oct 23 - Akaroa, Gaiety Hall w/ Emily Fairlight
Wed Oct 26 - Hastings
Thu Oct 27 - Wellington, Old St Pauls w/ Michael James Keane
*NEW DATE ADDED* Fri Oct 28 - Wellington, Old St Pauls w/ Michael James Keane
*SOLD OUT* Sat Oct 29 - Paekakariki, St Peters Hall w/ Jess Deacon
Sun Oct 30 - Nelson
Thu Nov 3 - Leigh, Sawmill Cafe w/ Adam Hattaway
Sat Nov 5 - Auckland, Powerstation w/ Dianne Swann & Otis Mace (presented by 95bFM)
Don McGlashan released his new album, Bright November Morning, following the release of three singles; ‘Now’s The Place’, ‘Go Back In’ and ‘All The Goodbyes In The World’. The glowing reviews and accolades have been rolling in and the audience have spoken by buying up large with sales pushing Don McGlashan’s album to Number 1 on the New Zealand Recorded Music Album Charts.
Surprisingly, this was the first number one album for Aotearoa’s songwriter-storyteller, Don McGlashan. And he was thrilled. “I’m somewhat overwhelmed that the album went straight into the NZ charts at No. 1…. That’s a first for me. I’ve had, I think, 5 top-5 albums over the course of a 40 year career in various collaborations and solo, but never the top spot ‘til now. Huge thanks to all of you for listening, being supportive, and being part of the team.” - Don McGlashan
Bright November Morning, is McGlashan’s fourth solo album, and is an essential addition to his remarkable output. It has all the glittering McGlashan touches in place: from the detail-perfect narratives of local life (the neighbours looking in when we take the curtains down, swimming and seeing Russian container ships on the horizon) to the strummy melodicism with detours into something noisier, and on to those welcome and welcoming choruses.
The new album was recorded in Lyttelton, Auckland and Vancouver, and full of inspired playing from Shayne P Carter (Straitjacket Fits, Dimmer), Chris O’Connor (SJD, Phoenix Foundation) and James Duncan (SJD, Dimmer), Bright November Morning marks a new stage in Don McGlashan’s generous and humane songbook.
Old Salts new single: ‘Casual Smoker’ and debut EP ‘Stories Told by the Sea
Northland Alt rockers Old Salts will release their debut EP ‘Stories Told by the Sea’ on Friday September 30th. The release will feature four tracks including the new single ‘Casual Smoker’ and loaded with three previously released singles… the angst filled rock anthem Itchy Feet, 'Stories told by the Sea' a moody ballad, and their debut release 'Take a Breather' which also has a Music Video.
Northland Alt rockers Old Salts will release their debut EP ‘Stories Told by the Sea’ on Friday September 30th. The release will feature four tracks including the new single ‘Casual Smoker’ and loaded with three previously released singles… the angst filled rock anthem Itchy Feet, 'Stories told by the Sea' a moody ballad, and their debut release 'Take a Breather' which also has a Music Video.
“Citing influences such as Primus and Them Crooked Vultures, you can definitely hear this in the way the song, not only sounds but how it is written and arranged. It is raw. It is real.” Ben Ruegg from Muzicnet (Review of Take a Breather)
‘Casual Smoker’ will be the fourth and final track to complete the Old Salts debut EP ‘Stories told by the Sea’ due to be released Friday 30th September. Musically ‘Casual Smoker’ is reminiscent of Barry Manilow meets RHCP. The quirkiness is prominent in the lyrics, musicianship and the mix itself. ‘Casual Smoker’ features a unique Caribbean twist with a Steelpan instrumental and percussion.
‘Casual Smoker’ is a scene which any kiwi bar goer would have seen play out in front of them… the tale of a persistent punter trying to woo a love interest using exaggerated truths such as…
“A no brainer for the scoundrel, to say that he’s a dolphin trainer for the council”...
“During a time when live performances were either restricted or shrouded in uncertainty we decided to put our energy into writing and recording music. We wanted to celebrate each work by releasing them individually and as an EP which also gave the creative opportunity for each song to have its own artwork.”
- Scott Brown, lead guitarist and increasingly infrequent recreational fisherman
Each song brings its own vibe to the EP while still falling within the parameters of alt rock. From serious to satire, moody rock ballads to angsty rock anthems – it's a four-flavour taster pack which packs a punch. To celebrate, Old Salts are releasing a limited run of promotional beer coasters which conveniently also function as a coaster for the majority of other beverage receptacles. These will be equipped with QR codes linked to the EP and distributed in gorilla style to establishments where refreshments of any sort are consumed, saving drink rings on tables on sip at a time.
“I think ‘Take a Breather’ is refreshing. It’s a song you can drink to. A true crate day anthem.” - Straker Jackson, Geologist.
Alt rockers Old Salts hail from the shores of Bream Bay, Northland. An "old salt" is defined as an old sailor or mariner who tells oral history and sea stories. While these boys don’t claim to be old salty sea dogs they all love spinning a yarn and share a connection with the ocean whether it's surfing, fishing or diving. They are brought together with a passion for playing music and want to create something a bit different. Old Salts are made up of members
John Buckle (Lead Vocals / Guitar) Scott Brown ( Lead Guitar / BV) Marcus Jones (Bass / BV) Lucas Hargreaves (Drums / BV)
“They are actually pretty good!” - Olly Buckle
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Soaked Oats shares second single ‘Something’
The Ōtepoti/Dunedin four-piece, Soaked Oats, waste no time following up with their second single ‘Something’ from their upcoming album, Working Title to be released November 18th, 2022 on Australian indie tastemaker label Dot Dash.
The Ōtepoti/Dunedin four-piece, Soaked Oats, waste no time following up with their second single ‘Something’ from their upcoming album, Working Title to be released November 18th, 2022 on Australian indie tastemaker label Dot Dash.
Drummer, Conor Feehly, recalls the recording sessions, ‘“Something’ was definitely the fastest song to come together”. Lyricist Oscar Mein agrees, adding the lyrics were “downloaded” to him whilst going for a run in Haast.
The music video for the track has acclaimed director, Martin Sagadin (Aldous Harding, Tiny Ruins, Marlon Williams) giving their eye-catching and inventive interpretation of the song.
‘Something” comes hot on the heels of chart topping first single ‘The Way It Works’. A hit at the live showcases at Australia's Big Sound recentlyand sitting pretty on top of theofficial Alternative Airplay Charts in Aotearoa / New Zealand for multiple weeks, the SRN (Student Radio Network) Chartand hitting some of the biggest indie Spotify playlists; Front/Left, CoastalDrive and Indie Arrivals
Soaked Oats percolated into existence in Dunedin, New Zealand in 2017. Catapulted by their fast-evolving song-writing chops, the band’s profile and fanbase are on the rise. The group have become known for endearing performances and live shows that have granted them access to tours and festival appearances throughout the UK, America and Australasia.
Having released a chapter of e.p.’s covering the important issues of Stoned Fruit (2017), No Slip Ups (2017) and Sludge Pop (2019), the band were cooking with gas playing the bigger festivals including The Great Escape, Laneway, Rhythm & Vines, and WOMAD. Alongside a three week tour of the U.S. in 2019, the band have been welcomed so warmly across the ditch in Australia – they’ve toured there five times with two more tours in the works.
With their debut album, Working Title, Soaked Oats delve wider into the worlds of their beloved songwriters, drawing influences from funk, psychedelia, electronica and hip hop to deliver their strongest piece of work yet.
Written and recorded over the last eighteen months, the New Zealand four-piece group’s first full length album explores the contrasting ways we perceive and interact with the world, how we define ourselves through work, and the subtle shift from viewing objects in the world as fixed ‘things’, to experiencing them as processes and interactions unfolding.
Produced by Tom Healy (Tiny Ruins, Marlion Williams, The Chills), engineered by Tom Bell (David Kilgour and the Heavy Eights), and mastered by Christian Wright (Abbey Road Studios, Fontaines DC), the album delves into new sonic territory, with inspiration coming from 60’s psychedelia and dance-rock among others.
The majority of recording took place in a community hall in the remote township of Okuru, Haast, situated on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island where the coastal road ends at the foot of Mt. Aspiring National Park. Partly in response to that isolated landscape, Working Title has unfolded as a more introspective offering from a band that are known typically for their cheerful sound.
Being a community hall in a small township, there was an open door policy and visitors were frequent, including a local school group, a Hare Krishna who had boyhood memories of the hall parties of yesteryear, and kind locals that would turn up with delicious freshly caught kaimoana (seafood). The visitors saw their beloved community hall transformed into a music studio with a blanket drum room and recording gear encircling the band. The gear was transported via multiple van-loads across the island in a five hour haul from the iconic recording studio, Chicks Hotel, in Port Chalmers, Otago.
Album release shows across Australasia and the U.S. to be announced for 2023.
Official Website: soakedoatsband.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soakedoats/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soakedoatsband/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soakedoatsband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SoakedOats
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/soakedoats
Bandcamp: https://soakedoats.bandcamp.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6J6UC5lC7h9fEJPCR7UM4m
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/soaked-oats/1220156557
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B06XWVFG7B/soaked-oats
Proteins of Magic 'Lethal'
Aotearoa (New Zealand) born, musician Kelly Sherrod is Proteins of Magic. Today she releases her single 'Lethal'.
Aotearoa (New Zealand) born, musician Kelly Sherrod is Proteins of Magic. On September 30th she will release her single 'Lethal'.
Living between Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and Nashville, Tennessee, Kelly is a multi-faceted artist working across both audio and visual formats. She writes, produces and performs all of her music, creates visual worlds from claymation to digital art and has played and toured with Dimmer and Oscar & Grammy winner Ryan Bingham. Through her work she blurs the boundaries between innovative alt-pop and contemporary art music, bringing into existence a world that is uniquely her own.
Kelly co-wrote 'Lethal' with Matthew Sherrod (BECK, Macy Gray, Charlotte Gainsbourg), in the woods of Nashville, during a brutal summer heat-wave where the natural environment can feel both nurturing and perilous.
Kelly explains "Lethal is a meditation on the feeling of being empowered even in the face of negative forces."
These are the surroundings that Proteins Of Magic thrives in.