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Balinese gamelan orchestra Gamelan DanAnda collaborate with electro-jazz fusion group Firetail to release the enchanting album ‘Anglayang’ – Backseat Mafia
The Breakdown Komunitas Records – 8.9 The collaboration between Naarm/Melbourne-based Balinese gamelan orchestra Gamelan DanAnda and electro-jazz fusion group Firetail has resulted in the fascinating album ‘Anglayang’ which has just been released through Komunitas Records. Creating an absolutely enchanting fusion of modern western jazz music with the traditional gentle sounds of Bali, the mix results in something greater than its constituent parts – the sharper focus of the jazz fusion and electronica weaving in and out of the more ethereal hypnotic sounds of the gamelan orchestra. The project was initiated by the late Zulya Kamalova, Director of The Boite, who sadly passed away from a brain tumour in November 2024.…
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Kodiak Arcade & Cabin Fever Orchestra Unite For Uplifting New Single ‘No Reason To Change’ – Backseat Mafia
Kodiak Arcade and Cabin Fever Orchestra have released a powerful new single, ‘No Reason To Change’. This poignant pop track, enriched by an orchestral accompaniment, delves into the universal longing to be fully accepted, imperfections and all. The song delivers a heartfelt message: despite our flaws, we are worthy of unconditional love. With its rich, emotional depth, ‘No Reason To Change’ invites listeners to let go of defences, embrace vulnerability, and trust that openness can lead to genuine strength and connection. The orchestral beauty behind the song comes from the mind of Graeme Cornies, a seasoned composer and the driving force behind Cabin Fever Orchestra. With over 18 years of…
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Melbourne Ska Orchestra Bring The Beat To Metro Theatre! Eora/Sydney, 31.08.24 – Backseat Mafia
The Metro Theatre was alive this weekend as the Melbourne Ska Orchestra rolled into town for The Outlaws and Offbeats tour, and they certainly didn’t disappoint. A crowd eager for dance and rhythm filled the room, setting the stage for a night where standing still simply wasn’t an option. Opening the night was Chutney, an Eora/Sydney-based klezmer fusion band that has recently dropped their debut album, ‘Ajar.’ They brought a refreshing blend of sounds that felt like a world tour in a single set, effortlessly marrying klezmer with contemporary beats. Following was Naarm/Melbourne’s Playlunch, who describe themselves as “bogan funk”. Their set was a nostalgia trip for anyone who lived…
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A Spellbinding Spectacular as Ngaiire and The Sydney Symphony Orchestra Enchant The Opera House Once Again – 04.05.2024, Eora/Sydney – Backseat Mafia
In a captivating blend of modern allure and classical elegance, the Sydney Opera House witnessed a remarkable collaboration in 2022. Soul sensation Ngaiire, with the esteemed Sydney Symphony Orchestra, enchanted audiences, marking a milestone for the iconic venue’s 50th anniversary. The sold-out event was spectacular, blending contemporary sounds with refined orchestral arrangements in a celebration of artistic fusion. Anticipation built for Ngaiire’s album, ‘Live At The Sydney Opera House‘, which finally reached eager ears in April. To honour this landmark, Ngaiire and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra returned to the Opera House last night, promising an evening transcending traditional genre constraints. Supported by Eora/Sydney’s underground talent, GODTET, the stage was set…
