Greta O’Leary shares outlandish new single ‘Baptised at the Desktop Computer’
Tāmaki Makaurau-based indie-folk artist Greta O’Leary has today shared her upbeat, outlandish new single ‘Baptised at the Desktop Computer’!
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Tāmaki Makaurau-based indie-folk artist Greta O’Leary has today shared her upbeat, outlandish new single ‘Baptised at the Desktop Computer’!
A peculiar ride through Greta’s signature tongue-in-cheek songwriting and nostalgic, vivid lyricism, ‘Baptised at the Desktop Computer’ is also an enthralling display of the artist seamlessly dipping her toes into a new sound. With its chugging beat, lap steel and acoustic guitars, hammond organ, 70s Roland cr8000 drum machine and growling bassline from NZ bass player Cass Basil - channeling the sound of famous bassist Jaco Pastorius - this track is fun and deserving of multiple listens.
“This is a fun and rather odd song drenched in absurdity and memory,” explains Greta. “Touching on childhood religious experiences and growing up playing The Sims.”
Known for her eclectic range of writing and arranging, today’s release follows Greta’s recent single ‘Baby I’m A Singer’ - an ode to fellow struggling artists that has seen love from across Aotearoa (RNZ, RollingStone, 95bFM, R1, Radio Control).
Greta recalls that ‘Baptised at the Desktop Computer’ was written in a slightly delirious, flu-induced state - a curious writing process fitting for the eccentric new track. “I was isolating in my room with the flu and I’d gone into a strange state. I came out a few days later with the song, but I barely remember the creation of it.”
From there, the single would become yet another collaborative fruit between Greta and producer Jol Mulholland at The Lab Studios, Tāmaki Makaurau. “It’s one of Jol’s firm favorites”.
Also released today is an enthralling and unsettling music video where possession seems to take hold, directed by Greta and Adam Rohe, filmed at Auckland’s Junk & Disorderly. “It took me a while to find the right visual world for this song,” says Greta. “This was my third set for this project, we put a lot of work into the previous ones but I followed my gut and it led us here".
With an unpredictable and exciting new era ahead for Greta O’Leary, fans won’t want to miss her upcoming tour with Tāmaki Makaurau-based folk artist Fables!
October 10 - Meow, Wellington - tickets from Moshtix
October 13 - The Tuning Fork, Auckland - tickets from Moshtix
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Spook-folk Sweetheart Greta O’Leary is a songwriter and musician whose pervasive, yet spacious sound, cuts through the thickest of skins. Poignant, heartbreaking and occasionally absurd, Greta’s voice ‘reminiscent of a hāngī pit’ seizes us, ‘imbued with earthy, smokey tones’ (UTR). Quickly establishing herself as a rising force in the Aotearoa music scene, Greta was the recipient of APRA’s Artist Mentoring Programme, working with her mentor Tom Healy on her latest works. Her first single ‘Outnumbered’ garnered a feature on RNZ, charted on independent radio stations, and gained 140,000 views for its self-directed music video. NZ On Air development funding with producer Charlotte Yates meant a return to the studio soon after to track her debut EP, followed by performances at festivals such as Newtown Festival, Earthbeat, Performance Arcade, and Wellington Gardens Magic Festival. Now, with her recent single ‘Baby I’m A Singer’, shows in Pōneke and Tāmaki Makaurau set to kick off this month, and the release of ‘Baptised at the Desktop Computer’ - an exciting new era begins for Greta O’Leary!
TAMiii & day13n are back again… teaming up with heavy hitters and newcomers. ‘L.O.V.E.’
‘L.O.V.E.’ is a bouncy pop hit, dripping with collaboration. The track features a verse from the rising Wahine Māori star Idol Essence (Ngati Maniapoto) who has garnered co-signing from the likes of Tom Scott, Melodownz, Dusty & Ghos, and just about everyone who’s anyone in the NZ hip hop scene.
‘L.O.V.E.’ is a bouncy pop hit, dripping with collaboration. The track features a verse from the rising Wahine Māori star Idol Essence (Ngati Maniapoto) who has garnered co-signing from the likes of Tom Scott, Melodownz, Dusty & Ghos, and just about everyone who’s anyone in the NZ hip hop scene.
The original demo was recorded as a part of The Karanga's Navigators program, and is a testament to the inclusive, multicultural community building environment that the program fosters among Rangatahi, bringing together Tongan, Māori, Canadian, and South African voices on to one light hearted track. In a time where division is an easy road to take, this track reminds us of the importance of connection.
After the smash success of their debut single ‘Growing Pains’, which elevated the artists to over 1000 monthly listeners on Spotify, the dynamic duo ‘TAMiii & day13n’ have been hard at work. The pair’s sophomore single ‘L.O.V.E.’ is the culmination of this work, and the beginning of a robust rollout schedule leading to the release of their album.
What was initially planned to be a 3 track EP has been extended into a full length album, slated for release in mid 2025.
The track, ‘L.O.V.E.’ is set to be released October 11th, and is just what our NZ music scene needs to pull us out of a long, cold winter. The sonics bring to mind beach days and warm nights, sunsets, and spring flowers, as newcomer Ty (Ngati Whatua ki Kaipara) delivers catchy, silky smooth vocals on the hook.
While this track might be seen as a departure from the content that fans of day13n’s music are used to, it’s a gentle reminder to care for yourself, and fill your cup, so we can together, more effectively build a brighter future for our community. .
‘L.O.V.E.’ will usher in the spring on all platforms, October 11th.
Follow TAMiii & day13n’s journeys here…
WELLINGTON ARTIST SAM FOWLES IS ‘SITTING ON TOP OF THE WORLD’
Fowles soulful vocals bring the feel-good vibes, accompanied with a catchy chorus ‘Sitting On Top Of The World’ is an instant earworm.
Sam Fowles Pōneke/Wellington musician, songwriter and producer releases his single ‘Sitting On Top Of The World’ today, October 10.
Fowles soulful vocals bring the feel-good vibes, accompanied with a catchy chorus ‘Sitting On Top Of The World’ is an instant earworm.
“Sitting on top of the world is a steady groover” shares Fowles “infused with a dash of hip-hop swagger that keeps the energy fresh.”
The fresh energy was flowing creatively for Fowles in the creation of this track. “Unlike most of my tracks, which begin with guitar and voice, this one emerged from a sonic experiment. I spent hours throwing paint at the canvas, instinctively following what felt good. The process was organic, driven purely by feel.”
Fowles also took sonic inspiration for the natural world around him and built it into the track in an exciting way. For the intro and outro Fowles shares “I went around recording sound samples of native birds and bush ambiences in the beautiful parks of Wellington Otari-Wilton, Takarunga-Mt Victoria and also from my bedroom window in Newtown.”
“It was a super enjoyable experience, I love nerding out on sounds. I find it endlessly fascinating. It was a beautiful way to connect with Te Taiao - the natural world and bridge the gap between abstraction and reality in my music.”
‘Sitting On Top Of The World’ is a modern take on classic psychedelic
soul-radiating warmth like a ray of sunshine and drawing inspiration from 70s genre legends like Shuggie Otis, Roy Ayers, and The Isley Brothers.
Lyrically, it explores themes of mental health and the accompanying inner turmoil “in many ways this song is a love letter to the self” reflects Fowles. “It's about being patient and kind to yourself, particularly when you’re feeling low. Take some time out, enjoy nature, ground yourself in the present moment and most importantly show yourself some love.”
‘Sitting On Top Of The World’ is the fourth single released from Fowles' album ‘After Dark’ releasing November 15. Following on from ‘Butterfly Baby’, ‘Destination Unknown’ and most recently ‘Slipping Away’.
“I see this track as the dawn after the dark, sonically I created a sound world that I imagine a beautiful summer day to sound like whereas Slipping Away had the underwater themes. In my compositions I create a sonic space that reflects a theme I am thinking about visually - sounds, shapes and colours that move with the music.”
‘After Dark’ is Fowles debut solo album. Fowles co-produced the album with Barnaby Weir (The Black Seeds, Fly My Pretties).
‘Sitting On Top Of The World’ is available on all digital platforms from October 10.
Sam Fowles will host a single release party on Thursday October 10th at Poquito Cafe and Bar, Wellington. Doors open 7:00pm, gig starts 7:30pm. R18. Free entry.
Fowles encourages listeners "in times when you're feeling low, take a moment to step back, breathe, and enjoy the view—it's a beautiful world out there, even when it's hard to see through the fog.”
BODY OF WORK RELEASES 'MAUDLIN TO NONE', TRACK 2 FROM SECONDHAND BLUES
Sarah Illingworth (a.k.a Body of Work) has released her second single from a collaboration with Manchester artist Dan B. Hill. 'Maudlin To None' is the next track from a small collection of break-up songs, titled Secondhand Blues.
Sarah Illingworth (a.k.a Body of Work) has released her second single from a collaboration with Manchester artist Dan B. Hill. 'Maudlin To None' is the next track from a small collection of break-up songs, titled Secondhand Blues.
'Maudlin To None' is a reflection on the pull between places an ex-pat can feel, as well as how easy it can be to romanticise a person when you're not around them day-to-day. It's also a nod to depression, and a nudge to keep on going, for those who find it hard to do sometimes.
'Maudlin To None' follows 'Bottle To Go', which was released on 16 August 2024. Communicating the pursuit of connection within the context of loneliness, 'Bottle To Go' pays homage to multiple relationships, acknowledging the importance of each of those influences to the artist.
Birthed in 2019 by the Birmingham-born, West Yorkshire-based Hill, who asked Illingworth to write lyrics for the pop tracks he'd banged out on Logic, the songs have finally been finished – several years after she moved back to Aotearoa c/o Covid.
With initial support from Cam Ballantyne (We Were Dangerous, Nude Tuesday), the songs were rearranged as live entities, mostly performed and entirely produced by Shannon Fowler (Tom Lark, Shannon Matthew Vanya, The Fuzzy Robes). Fowler engineered the tracks, assisted by Maude Morris (Lexxa, LIPS) on 'Bottle To Go' and 'Thinking Of You'. Julien Dyne (himself, The Circling Sun, Half Hexagon) plays drums on all three. Jeremy Toy (Leonard Charles, She's So Rad, Leonard Simpson Duo) mastered them. Thanks also to Big Pop and Big Fan for being supportive and generous, and providing studio space.
"I struggled to feel a sense of home for a long time," says Illingworth. "I did it to myself in many ways, moving around and moving on, but it's a bittersweet thing; having the opportunity to explore can leave you feeling disconnected, even while you're connecting with new people and communities – like you belong everywhere and nowhere all at once."
"I feel lucky to feel grounded now, close to family and friends, and like there doesn't need to be one individual that anchors me – other than myself and the person she's become."
Secondhand Blues* will be released on November 15 (date tbc, digital only).
Saxophonist Thabani Gapara Releases Single 'Times Change' - An Afro-Beat Funk infused jazz track.
Thabani Gapara’s latest single "Times Change" is an Afro-beat infused jazz track that blends the sounds of jazz harmony with infectious dance rhythms.
Thabani Gapara’s latest single "Times Change" is an Afro-beat infused jazz track that blends the sounds of jazz harmony with infectious dance rhythms. The song pays tribute to West African music pioneers like Fela Kuti and Tony Allen, while reflecting on the genre's evolution. Rooted in tradition, Gapara infuses fresh energy into the sound, creating a captivating fusion of styles that honors the past while embracing modern influences.
STREAM ‘TIMES CHANGE’ HERE
With a musical journey spanning 16 years, taking him across continents and musical landscapes. A graduate of the New Zealand School of Music, Gapara's collaborations with an array of artists in Zimbabwe, South Africa, and New Zealand have enriched his creative repertoire.
From being a vital saxophonist in some of Aotearoa’s prominent acts, including Stan Walker, Katchafire, Rob Ruha,Troy Kingi, Sons of Zion, Ella Monerry, The Modern Māori Quartet to contributing on projects like Five Minutes of Fame - Whakaata Māori, Symphony and the Rugby World Cup Sevens theme music, Gapara's musicianship and presence on stage knows no bounds.
Thabani Gapara invites you to join him on this musical safari. Immerse yourself in the sounds.
WHO SHOT SCOTT and JUJULIPPS present: WELCOME 2 THE BLENDER
‘WELCOME 2 THE BLENDER!’ is a joint live-show extravaganza presented by Tāmaki Makaurau based musicians WHO SHOT SCOTT and Jujulipps.
Friday 11 Oct at Ding Dong Lounge, Tamaki Makaurau/Auckland
‘WELCOME 2 THE BLENDER!’ is a joint live-show extravaganza presented by Tāmaki Makaurau based musicians WHO SHOT SCOTT and Jujulipps.
Currently two of the most explosive artists brewing in the Aotearoa alternative hip hop scene, the pair have spent the past few years individually electrifying audiences around Australasia, and are now set to merge their two separate, but equally chaotic worlds into a frankenstein creation of absolute madness. Both being honoured as ‘artists tipped to take over’ by Rolling Stone, this first-of-its-kind experience we will see these two phenoms going back-to-back, intermittently performing banger after banger, followed by bombastic DJ performances. Speaking on the show, the artists say:
Jujulipps: I believe the art of performance is a massive energy exchange and that's exactly why I’m really excited for this show. To be able to break that barrier between artist and audience, a narrative that prioritises performing alongside and with the audience instead of for them is something we’re wanting to push. Connecting club culture, rave culture and stage performance into one blender.
WSS: I feel so strongly that live music is supposed to be shared, interacted with, and moulded in real time. I want people to feel valued and embrace that they are part of the art we’re celebrating, because in a very real way, they are. How cool would it be to push this message for the future? - No more gatekeeping, no more egos, no more pseudo-superstars. We are you, you are us, now let’s shake s**t up together!
In a music genre notorious for competition and braggadocio, a live experience of this kind - embracing community and oneness by two of the most exciting artists in the country is sure to be a pivotal moment for the culture. The two SRN award winners will be electrifying legendary punk-rock dive bar Ding Dong Lounge on the 11th of October, accompanied by Ray Leslie on support and the legendary DJ Hyan behind the decks.
If being a part of the history books just so happens to be your cup of tea, make sure not to miss this one!
DOORS 8pm
support Ray Leslie on stage 9pm
Tickets from $20, or $30 on the door
See you all there!
PURCHASE TICKETS FROM HERE: https://bit.ly/W_2_BLENDER
KY 'Shining'
Today, Friday the 11th October, Ky will be releasing his 3rd single “Shining” - a soulful R&B slow jam about his “personal and rather unfortunate shot at love” featuring layered BV’s with Ky’s signature vocal acrobatics.
KY is an upcoming Filipino artist based in Ōtautahi, who is passionate about R&B and representing his Filipino culture through his artistry.
KY’s professional experience includes featuring on the award winning gospel album “ANTHEM” alongside well-known Kiwi artists Marley Sola, Vince Harder, Adeaze, Tone6 and Whenua Patuwai. He has performed as a soloist at Coca Cola Christmas in the Park in 2021/2022 and performed backing vocals on RNZ live sessions for Marley Sola in 2021.
March 2023 saw the release of his debut single “You Are” followed by his sophomore release, “Missing You” in September 2023. Ky is currently working on new music with producers such as Marley Sola and EDY and has signed with Mellow management.
More recently, KY has been writing music for Thursday Collective, a group of 17 song-writers from Mellow Studios, who are set to release their debut album in 2024.
Today, Friday the 11th October, Ky will be releasing his 3rd single “Shining” made with the help of NZ on Air.
Shining is a soulful R&B slow jam about his “personal and rather unfortunate shot at love” featuring layered BV’s with Ky’s signature vocal acrobatics.
“I wrote this song to bring some life to the hopeless romantic version of me. There was a point in my life where I wanted to pursue someone romantically, only to realise that they had already been claimed as somebody else’s treasure. As unfortunate as it sounds, I believe this is a common experience. Through this waiata, I wanted to create a safe space, for all those who have been rejected in love, to let our emotions out”.
LEE MARTIN Releases New Single “Last October” + announces ALBUM RELEASE SHOW
Aotearoa's indie-soul sweetheart Lee Martin releases her deeply emotive new single, “Last October.” With its strong folk feel and melancholic undertones, the song weaves a haunting narrative of reflection and loss, capturing the experience of feeling discarded and used.
Aotearoa's indie-soul sweetheart Lee Martin releases her deeply emotive new single, “Last October.” With its strong folk feel and melancholic undertones, the song weaves a haunting narrative of reflection and loss, capturing the experience of feeling discarded and used.
Accompanying the release is a moody, intriguing VISUALIZER that enhances the song's contemplative atmosphere. The track is one of those rare songs that listeners will find themselves playing on repeat, captivated by its emotional depth and melody.
“This is a song about reflection and about a situation where you feel like you've been used and thrown away. The chorus lyrics ‘Breathe me in, breathe me out, throw me in the bin’ reiterate this. This is probably one of my favourite songs on the album because of the emotion it evokes, ‘Staring down the barrell of Last October, pouring down the whiskey to numb the pain’ I just love that opening line to set the tone of the song” shares Lee Martin.
In addition to today’s single release, Lee Martin has announced a special album release show to celebrate her forthcoming 3rd studio album, Dreamers Dawn (Release date 25 October). The show will be held at The Piano in Christchurch on October 30, 2024, featuring an 8-piece band, including a stunning 3-piece horn section, promising an unforgettable live performance at this iconic venue. A Nation-wide tour will commence straight after. Details available via www.leemartinmusician.com
LEE MARTIN “DREAMERS DAWN” RELEASE PARTY
October 30
Ōtautahi – The Piano
BUY TICKETS HERE
DREAMERS DAWN is available for digital pre-order and on
Vinyl and Compact Disc via Bandcamp.com
PRE-ORDER HERE