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Set free October 2008, the third full-length Rhombus album ranges from downtempo to the crazy and insane, mashing up socially conscious lyrics over sonic oceanic beats.
Rhombus have been working it hard on the live circuit, winning respect for their energetic shows at home, Australia and Japan.
The Rhombus dub trio have injected an atom smashing vibe into their South Pacific brew of dub n’ bass, hip-hop, soul, funk, and roots-reggae.
The Rhombus production crew comprises band founders Thomas Voyce and Simon Rycroft with Koa Williams. In addition to production, Thomas plays bass / keys and writes lyrics, Simon handles electronic tweaks, beats and dubs while Koa takes to turntable duties as DJ.
The latest album stars stalwart Rhombus vocalists MC Antsman, MC Mana, Raashi Malik and Lisa Tomlins, together bringing a powerful and soulful voice to Rhombus. Of note, Lisa Tomlins, one of the country’s most versatile singers, delivers a killa MC debut on the aptly titled tune Prize Fighter.
Original Studio One DJ and singer Ranking Joe adds his trademark ‘Bang-Dilly’ vocal style to rub-a-dub ska track Babylon Retreat, and another Jamaican vocalist, Junior Kelly guests on soulful dancehall number Royalty.
Reflecting the Rhombus connection to Japan, Article 9 features Japanese MC’s Piyo, Ayumu, Chikau and Koursuke. The Article 9 beats were first struck somewhere between Guatemala and Mexico while the band was aboard the Japan-based global NGO Peace Boat. The vocals were then recorded between San Francisco, Hawaii and Tokyo.
The soundscape for an instrumental, Pinata, sprung to life from a selection of field recordings made when Rhombus were docked in Guatemala.
Other local collaborators on the album include Darren 'D' Mathiassen on drums, Peter Hill on guitar, Daniel Yeabsley and Lucien Johnson on sax, Nick van Dijk on trombone and Toby Laing on trumpet. Darcy O’Brien makes an appearance on Serato cuts, scratching Rhombus session samples.
Rhombus have been spreading the word since 2002, touring on both local and international stages, which include Australia and Japan.
Their unique sound has put them at the top of the New Zealand music industry having performed alongside the likes of St Germain (France), Fat Freddy's Drop (NZ), Salmonella Dub (NZ), Michael Franti (USA), Dry and Heavy (Japan), Trinity Roots (NZ), Gomez (UK), Kora (NZ), Shapeshifter (NZ), Katchafire (NZ), they were also billed for New Zealand’s Big Day Out in 2003 and 2006, laying testament to their profile in their local scene.
Peace and Arohanui!
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NEW RELEASE: In a thematically similar vein Namnam Records now releasing a “illinton” EP/Single, which just dropped to download on u’r shop from now, “illinton” is a legend and to show upstarts how it’s done. This ep is no exception. A good selection of styles for most house heads of different tastes, it serves up beats for the body and the mind. Beefy! The man is back and we proud to release a 2 track “Guadian Angels and Last House on the Road” ElectroTechnogressive House Ep. Suffice to say it’s a keeper and I would link you to go to u’r download shop iTunes/beatport ore what u use ! Go buy it.
Music download link: https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/169305/illinton_the_singles_part_3#app=1c03&a486-index=0
I heard "This Room" by Fat Freddy's Drop on the radio last year n after that Ive been lookin for more n more music from NZ, that's how I came across ur music. I like your beats n yeah, would be really nice to see ya'll on stage here one day! Are you having any gigs in Europe this year? Ok, waiting for the new tunes :)
Yip got my tickets for the fri nite show - they rekn it will be close to a sell out - which is wicked for NP as most people just buy door sales - cant wait to watch ya!! Have a wicked gig!!
Thanks for add! love the Rhombus vibe! My homegirl just turned herself into a proper kiwi by getting engaged to one, so I am doing my part and supporting all the goodness down unda :) I'll be dropping you sounds all over Mexico and Chicago-land!
Thanks heaps for the add and for supporting Kiwi Music! We've just released our single "Now" on our Myspace. Check it out and let us know what you think.
Kia Ora Rhombus!<br /><br />It´s a long history..i always liked australian music since i was 12...and a few years ago, i wast working with and australian guy who was releasing good music from Oceania here in Brazil, like The Beautiful Girls, GangGajang, Spy vs Spy, Salmonella Dub and Cornerstone Roots (just to name a few) but the company unfortunately survived for only 8 years...a friend of mine, also a big fan from Oceania music, showed me a few Rhombus songs and i tried to check the videos but they re gasping, so i gave up...and recently, another friend bought "Future Reference", then the "Bass Player" and shared with us...man, i got crazy with the songs! Since i listened to Onward, i thought i should make a video just to feature the song (the original video is amazing!) and share this with the rest of the planet! And of course, i ll be glad to collaborate with the band! Just say it and we will make it happen!<br /><br />good vibes from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil...MARCIO PXE
Thanks for adding MACRO-DUBPLATES.<br /><br />Feel free to download MACRO-DUBPLATES VOLUME ONE - 'King Tubby V's Wu Tang'.<br />The link is up on MACRO-DUBPLATES myspace page.<br /><br />Chur.
This weeks NZ Beats show was all about Area 9 next weekend and played a track of yours to give the listeners a taste of whats on offer. You can check it out at http://www.nzbeats.com
thanks rhombus :) life on the gold coast is good.. hope life over there in nz is good... hope u can come play on the gold coast or in byron bay some time soon.. love jemma xx
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