For the uninitiated, “Still You Speak” is a great introduction to Slow Teeth’s sound – cinematic and dynamic music made by three sets of hands and feet transfigured into a symphony of sound, with deeply introspective lyrics about familial relationships, disillusionment with our crumbling institutions, and the relentless passage of time in a world seemingly upside down.

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It’s not all bleak – other songs lean heavily into the band’s extensive and varied musical influences and favorite sci-fi novels and films, searching for a spark to light the way forward. Slow Teeth is at its core three people making music they wish existed, using the catharsis of live performance as the engine for creating songs and soundscapes whose reach exceeds their grasp. Recommended for those who like Radiohead/The Smile, Sigur Ros, Pink Floyd, Volcano Choir, Midlake, The Verve, and so much more.

Justin Ellis (vocals/ bass/ keys) shares of the release:

“Still You Speak” was one of the very first songs we put together when we started jamming in June 2021.  In those days we just recorded everything we improvised, then would listen back a few days later and keep any bits that spoke to us to turn into songs. The arpeggiated bass line and the mournful bowed guitar line that mimics the verse vocal melody quickly gave us something to latch on to.  Lyrically, it’s about setting and maintaining boundaries with someone who is giving unsolicited advice, or perhaps talking down to you despite having NO idea what they’re talking about. Though “Still You Speak” is about a specific heated conversation I had with a close relative one Christmas, I think the song is relatable to anyone who’s had a difficult conversation with a parent or sibling or uncle or friend or boss or whatever.  It’s about having to start an argument where the disagreement doesn’t trump the fundamental love or respect you have for each other – which makes the conversation even harder because you’re laying things out in a way that you maybe can’t backtrack from. This song is about taking that leap.”

Slow Teeth, composed of Robert Chamberlain, Justin Ellis, and Jeremy Haire, originates from the NC Triangle. They create original cinematic music that draws inspiration from renowned artists like Radiohead/The Smile, Pink Floyd, Sigur Rós, and others. The band made their debut in the live music scene in March 2022 and has since embarked on extensive tours throughout the East Coast. Slow Teeth has had the privilege of sharing stages with esteemed acts such as Xiu Xiu, Holy Fawn, Camp St. Helene, and Merci. They have performed at notable venues and events including Berlin in NYC, Pie Shop in Washington DC, The Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro NC, The Pinhook in Durham NC, Asbury Park Yacht Club in Asbury Park NJ, as well as the North Carolina State Fair and the Carrboro Music Festival. In 2023, Slow Teeth has plans to release music produced by Sumner James Phillips (of Bombadil and David Wax Museum) and will continue touring.

TOUR DATES with EASTER ISLAND:

Tuesday May 23rd – Baltimore MD – The Crown

Wednesday May 24th – New York City – Berlin Under A

Thursday May 25th – Washington DC – The Pocket

Friday May 26th – Asheville NC – Fleetwood’s

Slow Teeth Continues the Tour with the Following Dates:

Saturday May 27th – Greensboro NC – The Flatiron

Sunday May 28th – Durham NC – Rubies on Five Points

Saturday June 10 – Richmond VA – Hardywood Park Craft Brewery

Elephante continues his collaborative journey with AAPI creatives, this time releasing “Right Before Our Eyes,” with DJ duo BEAUZ and singer Mark Tuan; now available on all streaming platforms releasing on Fabled Records / Astralwerks. Mark’s smooth and steady vocals laid over Elephante’s signature melodic house sounds, alongside  BEAUZ’s big room beats with clean embellishments, is set to give their fans a bittersweet anthem on love lost. The progressive chords and intricate combo of bass tones and high notes keep the track buoyant while the lyrics recount past mistakes that lead to an eventual drifting apart.

Far from despondent, this collaboration captures that feeling of peace post parting. There’s something incredibly freeing in being able to look back at our past and accept what’s happened, and while there’s still some lingering regrets, that’s what keeps us grounded for what’s to come.  This new single connects elements of electronic dance and pop to formulate a quintessential song for the summer. This latest production from Elephante and BEAUZ with Mark Tuan’s vocals is the perfect recipe of each artists’ best ingredients, making the song a must listen track of 2023. 

For fans of Mark Tuan, the single reveals a new side of the artist. Known for his unique sound – it’s rare we hear a ‘house-y’ tune from this artist, but this collaboration proves he can do it all. Starting his career as a rapper with mega group GOT7, it is no surprise to his fans that there is a duality and flexibility in his music style. Dropping the single “Carry Me Out” just a few weeks ago, he breached the surface of his new sounds, and this track marked the start of Mark Tuan’s venture into more genres, including this exciting collaboration with Elephante and BEAUZ.

Over the past few years, BEAUZ have been growing in their notoriety in the EDM scene. Most recently they broke into the mainstream space with tracks featuring monumental producer Zedd and Maren Morris to team up for another hit song, showing their growing fan base why they are the kings of Psypop. Boasting a handful of successful albums and tracks to their name, this collaboration is no different. Like their fellow collaborators, BEAUZ are multi-talented performers who are ready to take the world by storm and this single is only the beginning.

Coming off the heels of his 88rising debut [NIKI, Rich Brian, Joji] with his hotly-anticipated sophomore album, Heavy Glow, Elephante is continuing his personal, sonic, and performance evolution into 2023. The producer ventured on a 20-market ‘Heavy Glow Tour’ last year, which showcased his guitar skills with stunning, dynamic visuals and effects. For 2023, this trend-setting, multifaceted talent is set to rock the country’s biggest cities with his new music and jaw dropping performances, including some of the most popular electronic music festivals in North America; with shows including Beyond Wonderland,  The Grand Boston in Boston, Heatwave in Chicago, Escapade in Ottawa, and the iconic Moonrise Festival in Baltimore. With his innovative beats and unmatched energy, Elephante is expected to deliver electrifying sets that will leave fans mesmerized and gain more prominence in the music industry.

International music sensation, SB19, announce their new PAGTATAG! EP with the release of “GENTO” which is the first of 6 songs. The five-member group has amassed a massive following, with hit singles such as “What?” and “MAPA” receiving over 20 million streams collectively, and is set to rule the P-Pop music scene in 2023 with this brand new EP featuring post-apocalyptic themes. The new single is available now on all DSPs and streaming services.

“GENTO” showcases SB19’s incredible talent and versatility. With a blend of electrifying beats, powerful lyrics, and catchy melodies, the song takes listeners on an exhilarating musical journey. The track is filled with a sense of unshakeable confidence and strength, set to captivate audiences instantly. Raspy low bass notes and lightning fast rap verses are intercut with SB19’s signature harmonious vocals, effortlessly paired together to create a euphoric atmosphere for this dynamic production. This new hit is a testament to SB19’s evolution as artists and their ability to captivate audiences with their unique music, a maturity in their sound that is hard to miss. The music video is equally a masterpiece showing our P-Pop Kings stunning choreography and giving us “DUNE” movie vibes in the post-apocalyptic desert world.

“GENTO” precedes the release of SB19’s new EP “PAGTATAG!”, and marks the beginning of a new era of the record-breaking collective’s sound. With the EP’s artistic vision taking place in a dystopian world and tells a full narrative around the band’s post apocalyptic survival, “GENTO” sets the tone for the group’s new EP. Fans can expect new exciting sounds, as the group continues to explore and extend the limits of what is possible. Apart from new music, the award-winning group also announced the schedule for their upcoming world tour, which will kick off at the Araneta Coliseum on June 24 and 25 in Manila, and will have its stops in multiple cities across the Philippines, United States and Canada.

Listen to “GENTO” Single HERE

Watch “GENTO” Music Video HERE

Watch “PAGTATAG!” EP Trailer HERE

2023 PAGTATAG! World Tour Dates:

All dates and cities below are subject to change

June 24-25          Manila

July 21 Chicago, IL

July 22 Dallas, TX

July 28 San Francisco, CA

July 29 Los Angeles, CA

August 5              New York, NY

August 6              Washington, DC

August 11            Toronto, ON

August 13            Winnipeg, WB

August 18            Vancouver, BC

August 20            Edmonton, AB

Your weekly dose of indie goodness! Dive into these epic tracks below!

Toronto-based band Original Pairs fuse folk, country, pop and psychedelia into their own inimitable brand of rock’n’roll. Lead singer and songwriter Andrew Frontini grew up in Kingston, ON where he played in bands with future rock luminaries Gord Downie (Tragically Hip), Hugh Dillon (The Headstones) and Finton Mcconnel (The Mahones). Alongside drummer Lisa Logan, the duo formed Original Pairs and draw on the talents of Berklee trained multi-instrumentalist Chris Bartos, saxophonist Richard Underhill, keyboardist Jon Loewen and New York based bassist/guitarist Lynda Krarr to create a rich sonic palette for Frontini’s compositions.

Ever have a time when people just start showing up out of the woodwork? The phone starts ringing with calls from friends you haven’t heard from in years or friends who you didn’t even know you had? That’s when you know you’ve made it! Or at least people think you have and all of  a sudden, they want to get close. New single, “Money on a Tree,” takes a common saying and amps it up into a rock’n’roll diss track, making fun of the moochers one verse at a time and capping it with a tongue-in-cheek chorus.

Cooper Bloom, a singer-songwriter and performer from just outside Toronto, Ontario, who proudly identifies as part of the LGTBQ community. His goal is to create a community through his music where people are inspired to be true to themselves and follow their dreams. 

The inspiration behind his positive new song, “Be Alright,” came from a moment when Cooper and his boyfriend were holding hands in public, and were met with hateful homophobic slurs from strangers passing by. Instead of feeling defeated, it only made him more determined to celebrate their love and to show that they won’t be silenced or ashamed. 

“While the song was inspired by my own experience, its message of finding strength in love and persevering through challenges is universal,” says Cooper. “I think many people can relate to feeling judged or discriminated against for simply being themselves, and ‘Be Alright’ is a reminder that no matter what obstacles we may face, we can choose to stay strong and lead with love.”