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• The Midnight Announce 2024 Australian Tour

  Secret Sounds are delighted to announce that American synthwave band The Midnight will make their return to Australia in February/March 2024, setting stages on fire with headline performances in Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne. From their synth-heavy beginnings to arena rock chords and infectious pop hooks, The Midnight’s musical journey is one fuelled by insatiable curiosity. The duo lives at the intersection of varying paths, driven by the friction that fires when Southern-born singer-songwriter Tyler Lyle’s all-American dreamer tales meld with Danish-bred drummer and producer Tim McEwan’s cinematic soundscapes. Together, they form something deeper than house, vibier than pop, and altogether more exciting than the sum of its parts. The fan favourite track “WeMoveForward” from their 2014 debut EP Days of Thunder, was created during their very first encounter. The single’s euphoric rhythms, bittersweet synths and Lyle’s romantic lyricism lay the foundation for The Midnight’s signature style, a theme that continued all the way into their latest album Heroes. Infused with dramatic nostalgic streaks, The Midnight’s catalogue weaves its way from their debut LP Endless Summer, with its retro-futuristic feel, to the introspective reflections found in their follow-up record Kids. As they delved deeper into their emotions with the release of their fourth album, Monsters in 2020, their sound expanded and became more vibrant, reaching the Top 30 on the Australian pop charts and No. 3 on Billboard’s Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart. Created during the isolation of the COVID quarantine, their most recent release Heroes tackled the issue of loneliness by inviting the whole world to dance under one roof, celebrating shared human connection. Infused with slivers of Springsteen, The Police, AC/DC and an electrifying arena rock spirit, Heroes weaves together a fusion of sexy-but-sensitive sing-alongs made to be belted by a room full of music lovers. With the new album, the duo has hit new heights on stage, moving on from club rooms to selling out iconic venues such as London’s Brixton Academy. They have also expanded their live performance by welcoming Lelia Broussard on bass, Royce Whittaker on guitar, and Justin Klunk on saxophone and synth. The Midnight are ready to unleash their live set for fans around Australia next February/March! Presale is available from 9am local time Thursday 21 September. Tickets go on sale to the general public from 9am local time Friday 22 September. THE MIDNIGHT AUS TOUR DATES Thu 29 Feb 2024 – Enmore Theatre, Sydney Fri 01 Mar 2024 – The Tivoli, Brisbane Sat 02 Mar 2024 – Forum, Melbourne TICKETS Presale available from 9am local Thursday 21 Sept Tickets on sale to the general public at 9am local Friday 22 Sept

• ODESZA Tease Fans with Highly Anticipated New EP

  ODESZA set to release a “psychedelic indie-dance EP.” In a surprising turn of events, the dynamic electronic music duo ODESZA has set the internet ablaze with news of their forthcoming EP, marking their first release in nearly a decade. Their dedicated fanbase couldn’t contain their excitement as ODESZA took to social media to unveil details about the project, describing it as a “psychedelic indie-dance EP.” Known for their deliberate approach to releasing new music, ODESZA has built a reputation for keeping fans on their toes. Last year’s captivating album, “The Last Goodbye,” broke a five-year hiatus between albums, and it’s been even longer since their last original EP, “My Friends Never Die,” dropped back in 2013. While specifics about the EP, such as the title and release date, remain undisclosed at this time, anticipation is skyrocketing within the music community. ODESZA’s ability to blend genres and deliver immersive experiences has made them a beloved act in the electronic music scene, and fans are eagerly awaiting the duo’s latest sonic offering. In the midst of this excitement, ODESZA is also gearing up for the premiere of their “The Last Goodbye Cinematic Experience,” an immersive concert film that provides an intimate glimpse into the creative process behind their awe-inspiring return to the touring stage last year. This upcoming visual spectacle promises to transport viewers behind the curtain and showcase the magic that unfolds during their mesmerizing live performances. As fans eagerly await further details on ODESZA’s EP, they can rest assured that the duo’s signature sound and innovative production will undoubtedly be on full display. Stay tuned for updates as ODESZA continues to captivate audiences with their unique musical vision and mesmerizing performances. We made a psychedelic indie-dance EP. — ODESZA (@odesza) June 25, 2023 pic.twitter.com/IgYXv2GG74 — ODESZA (@odesza) June 25, 2023

• The Presets Celebrate 20 Years With a Massive Australian Tour!

  The Presets Unveil Exclusive Australian Tour in Celebration of their Platinum Anniversary. In 2003, two talented individuals from Sydney embarked on a musical journey, collaborating in their inner-city studio to create captivating beats. They began by sharing their music in small clubs, combining their original tracks with inspiring tunes of the time. Fast forward 20 years, and The Presets have evolved into a sensational audio-visual force, dominating festival stages worldwide. However, a recent visit to a legendary Sydney nightclub, where their musical career took flight, sparked a desire to celebrate their anniversary by revisiting their roots. With great excitement, The Presets unveil a series of 20 DJ sets across Australia, set to take place in intimate clubs and bars. This endeavor allows them to reconnect with the electrifying spirit that ignited their passion for music. Kim Moyes shares, “Throughout the past two decades, we have been fortunate enough to grace the grandest stages and prestigious festivals worldwide. Yet, nothing compares to the raw energy and intensity of an intimate gathering. These 20 nights will be an entirely different experience, and we cannot wait to unleash our music in this setting.” Julian adds, “DJing in small clubs offers a unique experience compared to our usual live performances on grand stages, complete with lights and visuals. It’s a more spontaneous and immediate connection, fueled by the crowd’s energy. We will blend our own tracks with timeless jams from our favorite artists, creating a celebration of our music and the incredible tunes that inspire us. Moreover, we are thrilled to surprise our audience with a few exclusive unreleased tracks.” Tickets for The Presets’ 20th Anniversary DJ Tour are now available. Each night will feature special guest appearances carefully chosen by The Presets, resulting in a series of unforgettable one-off events. Please find the complete schedule and details below. Join The Presets as they embark on this extraordinary journey, celebrating 20 years of remarkable music and honoring the very essence that fueled their artistic endeavors. Tickets On Sale Now Here. THE PRESETS DJ TOUR: 20 YEARS. 20 NIGHTS. Friday, July 14 – Village Green Hotel, Mulgrave Saturday, July 15 – Pier Bandroom, Franston Thursday, July 20 – Beach Hotel, Byron Bay Friday, July 21 – Friday’s Riverside, Brisbane Saturday, July 22 – Kings Beach Tavern, Caloundra Friday, July 28 – Burleigh Bazaar, Gold Coast Saturday, July 29 – C.EX, Coffs Harbour Friday, August 4 – Shoal Bay Country Club, Shoal Bay Saturday, August 5 – Drifters Wharf, Central Coast Thursday, August 10 – Gilligan’s, Cairns Friday, August 11 – Kirwan Tavern (Outdoors), Townsville Saturday, August 12 – Magnums Hotel, Airlie Beach Friday, August 18 – Beer Deluxe, Albury Saturday, August 19 – Torquay Hotel, Torquay Friday, August 25 – UOW Uni Bar, Wollongong Saturday, August 26 – Kambri Anu, Canberra Wednesday, August 30 – The Station, Perisher Friday, September 1 – Miranda Hotel, Sydney Saturday, September 2 – Dee Why RSL, Sydney Saturday, September 9 – Monsoons, Darwin Tickets On Sale Now Here

• Kevin Silvester releases new single ‘Be The One’

  Kevin Silvester and JVCQUI Come Together For Their Huge Pop Release ‘Be The One’. Melbourne-based dance-pop artist Kevin Silvester returns with a new heart-wrenching single ‘Be The One’. The fourth single from Silvester’s upcoming debut album “Sleepwalker” is a collaboration with fellow Melbourne-based Pop and R&B singer/songwriter JVCQUI. The song is accompanied by a laceratingly emotional music video that tells the story of a toxic relationship through dramatic neon-metropolitan visuals. This song integrates multiple genres to express the core emotions of hatred and longing. Silvester enchants and lures you into a forest of melodies, only to cast you into an electric confrontation of vocals matched with a punchy bass line and a triplet-swing drum beat. The ethereal vocal performance by JVCQUI displays her longing and highlights the back and forth between Silvester and herself, painting the picture of a couple fighting, leaving listeners with empathy for JVCQUI as she pleads for validation. In July 2021, the song was born from a conversation between the two: they became friends after chatting about kinks at a local RSL. Written right before Melbourne’s lockdown, the finishing touches were completed over a phone call. Listeners are treated to an explosive chorus of gang vocals by the pair imitating signature celebrity voices – Britney Spears, Olivia Rodrigo and Momo from TWICE.

• Flight Facilities release two-track EP, Lost Forever

  Today, iconic Sydney duo Flight Facilities return to share a two-track EP, Lost Forever available now via Future Classic. As a pseudo-epilogue to their sophomore album FOREVER, both tracks represent the duo’s journey 12 months since its release. Having eclipsed the nation with their headline tour, alongside executing their own mammoth festival juggernaut, Airfields, that saw some of the brightest local and international acts perform to an open-air crowd, Hugo Gruzman and Jimmy Lyell now reveal and celebrate some of their favourite unreleased moments from the FOREVER era. First debuted during the duo’s pre-album NEVER FOREVER livestream, “Feel It” is a historic house heater starring a ceremonious arrangement of Flight Facilities synths that are warm, airy and arresting in unity. The coolly transposed beat and sampled vocals direct a clubbier mood before Owl Eyes delivers a melody of haunting beauty. The accompanying visualiser from Babekuhl pastiches a transfixing array of grainy 70s film footage of a child and his family. Flight Facilities fans will recognise that second track, “Planet Claire” has become a mainstay in the duo’s dynamic live shows. A dedication to an electronic great in their eyes, Booka Shade, the journeyed song is punctuated by evolving jabs of modular synths and analog rhythms. Layered with delicate and infectious complexity, the track receives a fitting visualiser from Babekuhl. Laced with neon green FF logos, a fast-moving rotation of shapes in kaleidoscopic form becomes hypnotic. Flight Facilities say on Lost Forever: “It’s already been 12 months since we released our last album. Several tracks were left on the cutting room floor of FOREVER, but it felt wrong to leave them unreleased. ‘Planet Claire’ has formed an integral part of our live show in the past 6-12 months, and it’s our little homage to a favourite artist, Booka Shade. ‘Feel It’ was one of the first demo’s we wrote after Down To Earth. We’ve sat on it for years, constantly updating and picking at it, eventually adding vocals from Owl Eyes. There’s a certain magic in this tune that captures the nostalgia of us messing around in the studio together.” Flight Facilities’ second studio album, FOREVER is the culminating result of many years of experimentation between the Sydney pair. Starring a string of 2021 releases, including “Lights Up” feat. Channel Tres, “Move” feat. DRAMA, club-ready cut “The Ghost”, and “Forever” feat. Broods, the record received praise and recognition from GQ, Rolling Stone, 10 Magazine, before being named Spotlight Album by triple j. The pair soon after hit the road for their FOREVER national tour, showcasing the record in the Australian live arena before travelling to America for an epic run of dates. Never to slow down, the pair next made their way to Europe for a series of dates and appearances across the summer season. Having come a long way from their 2010 singles “Crave You” feat. Giselle Rosselli and “Foreign Language”, Flight Facilities have sold more than 150,000 tickets and accumulated over a billion streams globally, and scored three ARIA nominations and gold certification for their debut album Down To Earth in 2014. The pair have seen eight Hottest 100 placings, an ARIA-Award for their 2015 live album Live With The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, and enduring appreciation for consistently defying sonic trends in their feel-good, dance floor beckoning tunes that have seen them collaborate with superstars and blazing up-and-comers alike, including Aloe Blacc, Kylie Minogue and Reggie Watts. Consistently smashing goals, the pair featured in Apple’s iPhone 13 announcement advertisement with “Lights Up”. On the live stage, Flight Facilities have gained notoriety for bringing together the crowds of Coachella, Japan’s Fuji Rock, the UK’s Bestival, Sydney’s Field Day, and 2019’s Australian Open among many more. As Flight Facilities reflect on an incredible past 12 months, dive into the finale of their sophomore album with the duo’s Lost Forever EP, out now via Future Classic. LOST FOREVER EP TRACKLIST 1. Feel It 2. Planet Claire FLIGHT FACILITIES TOUR DATES 26 November – Wine Machine – Perth, WA 17 December  – Wine Machine – Adelaide, SA 30 December – Beyond the Valley – VIC 31 December – NYE in the Park – Sydney, NSW 14 January – Wine Machine – Hobart, TAS (DJ set)