Electrode Records is a small label from New Zealand specialising in eclectic electronica or 'eclectitronica', to coin a phrase that's hard to say and spell!
"Egyptian Lions" is the highly anticipated follow up to Sharkweek's 2006 release "The Hammerhead Nebula."
The new Sharkweek album offers lush soundscapes punctuated with surreal samples, playful melodies and manipulated found sounds. The musical themes drift between ambient, pop and dub. The songs are sometimes dreamy, sometimes deliriously playful. There's obvious evidence of Lewis' musical growth, yet it's also familiar enough to be unmistakeably 'Sharkweek'.
Spheres of inspiration include outer space, all manner of pop culture, and infomercials. Musical influence comes from varied sources such as The Orb, Banco de Gaia, Future Sound Of London, Orbital, Boards Of Canada, Lemon Jelly, Astralasia and New Zealand luminaries like Module and Pitch Black. This eclectic mix, coupled with some stellar guest appearances from other musicians makes for an evocative and sometimes surprising listening experience.
Responses from Sharkweek fans have been very positive:
"A mystical journey through lands afar ... trippy soundscapes, psychedelic ambient dub, futuristic space adventures and glitchy electro pop .. an ear orgasm of sounds that twist and turn evolving into a collection of songs that is intriguing, beautiful and a dose of epic electro trippiness. It has an otherworldly feel, yet is warm and inviting, like friendly aliens .. it's a trek into the deep dark unknown."
"There is an overwhelming feeling of being in some sort of dubbed-out dream ... an abundance of differing textures and tempos that also enhance the subconscious feel of the album (mixing the sounds of yore with those of the now) ... a powerfully contemplative effort from Sharkweek and one that will reward the listener with repeat listens."
"Sharkweek creates worlds within which any number of stories may be told. Listening to the tracks on this album will educate the senses and reorient one’s views to the vast possibilities the ambient mode can bring."
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The Tom Bosley Experience and Electrode Records are proud to announce the launch of their new album, "Remix Picnic".
The TBE sound has always held a curious niche within Kiwi electronica. Tracks have ranged from the poppy-joyous through jazz improv to darkside with a self-loathing edge. On the way they’ve met and mingled with similarly minded musicians and gained a few friends on the way.
It’s here that you can hear the outcome of those friendships in the form of remix tracks by a number of the artists they’ve come to know.
Included are the destructive noise of Sick Cycle, Romantech’s trademark intelligent DnB, the electro-punk stylings of rising star SoNic Smith, kitchen-sink downbeat from Sharkweek, lush electronica from Stray Theories, the glitchy melancholia of Hummel, and the glacial dub experiments of Thalidomide Dog.
NZ$15 in NZ - shipping included
US$15 overseas - shipping included
If you are ordering from New Zealand, our preferred method of payment is bank transfer. Simply E-mail us and we'll send you bank account details. Cheques are accepted too.
Overseas buyers please click the Paypal button below to order securely using Paypal.
You can also purchase the album from these fine NZ music retailers:
So i just wanted to make you aware that I've just recently released my New Debut Album "Native Planet," for FREE download at www.deliciousmusic.co.nz/invadertron
In this work I've attempted to explore sonic-scapes and habitats, using mental imagery and emotions to express places that can only be imagined. Trudging through dark valleys, windswept hillsides and gaping horizons. Past forgotten civilizations in the deep green,. Then to rest in a place of quiet solitude.
Our second 'Corrosive Noise' NZ Tour is coming up in July 2009. This time we are joined by dunedin dj crew 'Urban Terror Unit', who ripped up Phat 09's pre party last new years. We will be playing lots of new material from our forthcoming album 'Awakening' on NZ's own Bassweight Recordings. Come check it out!
Hey cobs, We're coming up to Dunedin again this Wednesday 17th of June to play at Refuel with our good friends Stonehurst from Christchurch, Made In China from Dunedin and Ellen Wilcox will do a short acoustic set at the start. Its free entry & the booze is cheap! Hope to see you there! Cheers Osmium
Hey yo,
Just letting you know about an awesome gig next weekend in Dunedin,
Yes! The rumours are true, FEASTOCK FEST 09 will take place in the beautiful surroundings of number 3 Fea Street in the Pine Hill / Dalmore area of Dunedin on Sat 28th March 09.
In a nut shell it is going to just be a funking good time without having to take your hat off, you can wear steel cap boots if preferred (or if you would like to be intoxicated that is fine & dandy...)
The festival will run all day (10am gates open) and is a celebration of current Southern bands & artists. The day will go ahead rain or shine in true festival style… There will be a BYO - BBQ available, no glass, etc so pretty please come prepared for anything. No parking available.
Tickets are $10 (strictly limited pre sales only. )
Available from 027 460 5425, hamlo937@student.otago.ac. nz
Cheers
Cam
Osmium
Sharkweek is proud to announce the launch of his new album, "Egyptian Lions".
The new album offers lush soundscapes punctuated with surreal samples, playful melodies and manipulated found sounds. The musical themes drift between ambient, pop and dub.
Spheres of inspiration include outerspace, all manner of pop culture, and infomercials. Musical influence comes from varied sources such as The Orb, Future Sound Of London, Orbital, Boards Of Canada, Lemon Jelly, Astralasia, and Banco de Gaia. This eclectic mix, coupled with some stellar guest appearances from other musicians makes for an evocative and sometimes surprising listening experience.
"A mystical journey through lands afar ... trippy soundscapes, psychedelic ambient dub, futuristic space adventures and glitchy electro pop .. an ear orgasm of sounds that twist and turn evolving into a collection of songs that is intriguing, beautiful and a dose of epic electro trippiness.
NZ$15 in NZ - shipping included US$15 overseas - shipping included
The sixth in Sick Cycles infamous 'Corrosive Noise' dark music events is on Saturday the 2nd of August at Double Happy, Christchurch. And like its predecessors, features some of New Zealands best dark music producers! Come along and show your support for New Zealand Noise!
Grazie per l' add. Essendo da poco in rete cerco di diffondere la mia musica in cerca, come molti altri, di produttori. Complimenti per il vostro lavoro, ciao da Rimini-Italia.
"Egyptian Lions" is the highly anticipated follow up to Sharkweek's 2006 release "The Hammerhead Nebula."
The Tom Bosley Experience and Electrode Records are proud to announce the launch of their new album, "Remix Picnic".
