Watch a new in-depth episode where TJR and Robert Kinsler discuss Lost & Found, an essential nine-track disc featured on The Rolling Stones' Tattoo You: 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition.
Watch the episode HERE.
Sunday, November 14, 2021
TJR & Robert Kinsler discuss The Rolling Stones' 'Lost & Found' bonus tracks on 'Tattoo You: 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition'
Watch a new in-depth episode where TJR and Robert Kinsler discuss Lost & Found, an essential nine-track disc featured on The Rolling Stones' Tattoo You: 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition.
Saturday, November 13, 2021
JD Simo, GA-20 bring authentic blues-rock to the Coach House
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| From left: JD Simo, Adam Abrashoff and Michael Zimmerman at The Coach House on Nov. 11, 2021. |
Where: The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, CA
When: Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021
Next: JD Simo and GA-20 are in the midst of an extended tour together extending through January 2022. The artists' next show is at the Soda Bar in San Diego on Nov. 14. Learn more HERE or HERE.
Two terrific trios were showcased at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano on Thursday night. Headliner JD Simo and opener GA-20 are part of a growing field of acclaimed young artists mastering classic blues-rock sounds while bringing their own creative instincts into the mix. That fusion of past and present forces was certified in spades throughout the night.
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| GA-20, from left: guitarist Matthew Stubbs, drummer Tim Carman and singer-guitarist Pat Faherty. |
Boston-spawned GA-20 kicked off the concert with a rousing 65-minute set of hard-hitting selections that recalled the power and fury of some of the blues genre's greats to emerge in the late 1950s and early '60s — Buddy Guy, Earl Hooker and Junior Wells immediately come to mind. Singer-guitarist Pat Faherty, guitarist Matthew Stubbs and drummer Tim Carman were on fire from the moment they took the stage, conjuring up an intoxicating sound that is rooted in the past but firmly connects in the here and now courtesy of a signature edge.
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| From left, GA-20's Matthew Stubbs and Pat Faherty. |
Faherty and Stubbs are both stylish guitar players able to deliver enticing lead solos, while Carman is a solid drummer able to keep the one man rhythm section moving with grace and power. In addition to his top-tier vocals, Faherty often using a slide to enhance the sonic fireworks (he did that in the speedy opener "No No").
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| GA-50 drummer Tim Carman. |
There were plenty of other wonderful moments early in the trio's set, including the 1950s rock and roll mining "Just Because," pretty Texas-flavored "Dry Run" and fiery "Give Me Back My Wig" (the latter off the threesome's latest album Try It...You Might Like It: GA-20 Does Hound Dog Taylor).
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| GA-20's Matthew Stubbs, left, and Pat Faherty in San Juan Capistrano. |
Late set standouts included the slow blues nugget "Happy Today," raucous "Hold It One Time," aptly-titled "Let's Get Funky" and catchy "Double Gotten' My Love."
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| From left, drummer Adam Abrashoff, singer-guitarist JD Simo and bassist Michael Zimmerman locked in at The Coach House on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021. |
Backed by Adam Abrashoff (drums) and Michael Zimmerman (bass), JD Simo impressed throughout his 80-minute outing. Simo arrived in Orange County on the heels of the release of his new album Mind Control (released Nov. 5 via Crows Feet Records), an ambitious project developed during the COVID-19 pandemic when the three musicians would gather one day a week to record new tracks.
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| JD Sumo at The Coach House. |
Compelling material from Mind Control was showcased along with earlier material from his winning discography during a 75-minute performance. "Go Away Satan" was an early highlight blending trance blues and heavy blues rock where Simo's yearning vocals were delivered against a particularly hypnotic marching drum beat. Simo's guitar work ranged from quiet and nuanced to Hendrix-mining dramatics.
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| JD Sumo at The Coach House. |
Following was "One Of Those Days" off his 2020 album JD Simo (which the artist noted was a tribute to the late Curtis Mayfield); the wistful cut found Simo using his high-reaching falsetto to deliver some beautiful soul-filled vocals while his gentle guitar work matched the song's artistic tone.
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| JD Sumo at The Coach House. |
Later in the set the trio tackled "That's When You Know You're Down," where Simo's vocals reached low and the two members of the rhythm section stretched their reach on a Captain Beefheart-inspired sortie.
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| Bassist Michael Zimmerman. |
Simo's set allowed him to explore the far-flung reaches of his style, including Chicago blues, soul, blues rock and more. "Let Go" - another cut from Mind Control - found Simo tearing it up with his slide guitar work and potent lead vocals.
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| Drummer Adam Abrashoff. |
Simo ended the night with a true one-two punch, the '60s blue rock "Know It All" featuring the guitar great impressing with some of his most breathtaking guitar work of the night. "Higher Plane" fused all sorts of musical styles across its 20-minute run including a heavy Jimi Hendrix-like opening section, astonishing slide guitar work, a drum solo, jazzy section and plethora of dynamics to please the crowd.
Review by Robert Kinsler
Photography by Bob Steshetz
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Tickets on sale today (Nov. 11) for "Gorillaz: Song Machine Live From Kong." Coming to cinemas globally on Dec. 8, 2021
Media release
GORILLAZ PRESENT SONG MACHINE LIVE FROM KONG
COMING TO CINEMAS GLOBALLY
Wednesday 8th December
TICKETS ON SALE TODAY!
Visit songmachineliveincinemas.com 
WATCH TRAILER HERE
Includes pre-show programme and exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette, ‘Live From Kong’
“A genre-straddling success story… Double drummers, six backing singers, Robert Smith, Peter Hook and slowthai guesting… Damon Albarn plays master of ceremonies in an impressive night of collaborations. ★★★★” The Observer
“The bonkers virtual extravaganza was the perfect home for Damon Albarn's animated band and their roster of glitzy special guests. ★★★★” Daily Telegraph
“...a gig that invites you to join in the chaos. ★★★★” NME
Trafalgar Releasing and LIVENow join forces to bring Gorillaz: Song Machine Live From Kong to the big screen for one day only on Wednesday 8th December*! Tickets go on sale today (11th November) via songmachineliveincinemas.com. The glorious, star-studded virtual show from Gorillaz, captured at the band’s Kong Studios HQ in London, will come to cinemas globally via Trafalgar Releasing, along with the cinema-exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette, ‘Live From Kong’ with unseen interview footage and commentary from Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett.
The new trailer has been released today, watch here.
Following their much-anticipated return to the stage in December 2020 with the dazzling SONG MACHINE LIVE, the biggest virtual band on the planet will once again bring fans magnificent Jamie Hewlett visuals and thrilling live performance blended together in the unique Gorillaz way.
Guitarist Noodle, bassist Murdoc Niccals, drummer Russel Hobbs and frontman 2D - in all their cinematic glory - will be joined by Damon Albarn and the full Gorillaz live band plus a host of special guests, delivering an unmissable celebration of Gorillaz music.
On 12th & 13th December 2020, SONG MACHINE LIVE saw Gorillaz’ first live performance of their latest album Song Machine: Season One - Strange Timez - and the band’s first live performance since 2018, broadcast live around the world with three shows across three time zones through pay-per-view streaming platform LIVENow.
Trafalgar Releasing CEO, Marc Allenby says, "We are delighted to be partnering with the LIVENow and Eleven Management teams to bring Gorillaz: Song Machine Live from Kong to cinemas worldwide. We saw great success with Gorillaz' previous cinema event Reject False Icons, and we look forward to welcoming cinema audiences to experience their outstanding live show on the big screen, with immersive surround sound and exclusive bonus content."
James Massing, Chief Commercial Officer at LIVENow says, “Our goal at LIVENow is to give fans unparalleled access to the ultimate live music experiences, so we’re delighted to partner with Trafalgar Releasing to bring Gorillaz' Song Machine: Live from Kong to cinemas across the globe. Last year, we brought Gorillaz fans a one-off opportunity to watch the band perform their critically acclaimed album during a time where live music stopped. We’re proud to share the performance once again but on the big screen.”
Gorillaz: Song Machine Live From Kong is available at cinemas worldwide for one day only on Wednesday 8th December*. For full ticket and viewing information, see www.songmachineliveincinemas.com
*Some international dates may vary.
About Trafalgar Releasing:
Trafalgar Releasing is the global leader in event cinema distribution. A subsidiary of Trafalgar Entertainment, Trafalgar Releasing’s global operations include production, acquisition, marketing and distribution of specialised content to over 8,000 cinemas in more than 120 countries worldwide.
A full spectrum of releases includes world-class opera and ballet (The Metropolitan Opera, Bolshoi Ballet, Royal Opera House), award-winning theatre (including The King and I: from the London Palladium, Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company’s The Winter’s Tale, and 42nd Street), iconic moments (Monty Python’s Life of Brian 40th Anniversary, David Bowie is happening now, They Shall Not Grow Old), heritage music acts (Metallica & San Francisco Symphony: S&M2, Depeche Mode: SPIRITS in the Forest, Oasis Knebworth 1996) and contemporary music sensations (BLACKPINK THE MOVIE, BTS’ BRING THE SOUL: THE MOVIE, Coldplay: A Head Full of Dreams).
Headquartered in London, the company also has offices in New York, Los Angeles and Denver. More information about Trafalgar Releasing can be found at www.Trafalgar-Releasing.com.
About LIVENow:
LIVENow are leaders within the virtual event and experiences space, giving fans access to live and on-demand content across music, sports and entertainment. LIVENow were recently awarded ‘Live Music Innovation of the Year (Platform)’ at the 2021 Music Week Awards and shortlisted in the ‘Best Event Platform’ category at the 2021 DigiDay Technology Awards for the landmark streams of Dua Lipa: Studio 2054, Ellie Goulding’s ‘Brightest Blue’ and Gorillaz’ ‘Song Machine Live from Kong’.
Other events on LIVENow include Black Eyed Peas - Where is the Love Stream, Celeste: On With The Show, Live From London, theatre production Our Little Lives: Shakespeare and Me starring Russell Brand, and an all-new four-part series, Live From Another World, featuring cutting-edge breakthrough bands. The re-stream of Dua Lipa: Studio 2054 is also available to watch.
Events streamed by LIVENow include:
- Ellie Goulding’s 'Brightest Blue', Pete Tong’s 'O Come All Ye Ravers', Gorillaz’ 'Song Machine Live from Kong' and American Express UNSTAGED with Maroon 5 and SZA
- One World: Together At Home concert in support of the World Health Organisations Covid-19 relief efforts
- Australia vs India Men’s International Test Cricket and Big Bash League
- English Premier League and EURO 2020 in Singapore
- RIZIN mixed martial arts
- The Heineken Cup and Champions Cup
LIVENow was founded by Leeds United chairman and founder of Aser Ventures, Andrea Radrizzani.
About Gorillaz:
With seven albums to their name, Gorillaz (2001), Demon Days (2005), Plastic Beach (2010), The Fall (2011), Humanz (2017), The Now Now (2018) and Song Machine: Season One – Strange Timez (2020), Gorillaz is a truly global phenomenon, achieving success in entirely new and unique ways, touring the world from San Diego to Syria, Montevideo to Manchester and winning numerous awards including the coveted Jim Henson Creativity Honor.
New Music: Aimee Mann, ABBA, Tommy Womack, the Brothers Steve, Steve Goodman, Bobbo Byrnes
Excellent new albums featuring songstress Aimee Mann, Swedish legends ABBA, Nashville hero Tommy Womack, L.A. quintet The Brothers Steve and Americana singer-songwriter Bobbo Byrnes make for an especially strong crop of new releases.
Title: Queens of the Summer Hotel (SuperEgo Records)
You might like if you enjoy: Aimee Mann
Tell me more: Aimee Mann began to craft new music for what would be her latest album Queens of the Summer Hotel back in 2018 after she agreed to write songs for a stage adaptation of "Girl, Interrupted," author Susanna Kaysen's memoir about her psychiatric hospitalization in the late 1960s. The subject matter was perfectly suited to Mann, whose previous album was even titled Mental Illness. While the coronavirus pandemic put the "Girl, Interrupted" project on hold, Mann decided to collect the songs into Queens of the Summer Hotel, her 10th studio album. Mann's otherworldly ability to craft songs that are literate, melodic and layered shines across Queens of the Summer Hotel, the album's soundscape bolstered by acoustic piano, strings, woodwinds and horns. The Baroque pop gem "Home By Now," probing "Little Chameleon," sumptuous "Suicide Is Murder," soaring "Burn It Out" and potent "You're Lost" are among the many stellar selections on the album. Information: AimeeMann.com.
Title: Voyage (Capitol)
You might like if you enjoy: ABBA
Tell me more: ABBA's first new full-length release since 1981's The Visitors, Voyage is a worthy return celebration of the Swedish quartet's groundbreaking pop style. Indeed, the signature voices of Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad sound as youthful and wonderful as ever, while Björn Kristian Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson prove their skills as songwriters and producers continue to be inspired and in tune with the group's signature sound that scored 48 hits in the 1970s and early '80s. The Celtic-tinged "When You Danced With Me," melancholy-filled "I Still Have Faith In You," beautiful "Little Things" (enhanced by a children's choir) and soaring "Don't Shut Me Down" are early standouts on the album. The confessional "I Can Be That Woman," New Wave-flavored "Keep An Eye On Dan," captivating "Bumblebee" and Neo-classical closer "Ode To Freedom" keep the momentum going on the album. Information: ABBAsite.com.
Title: I Thought I Was Fine (Schoolkids Records)
You might like if you enjoy: Camper Van Beethoven, Tom Petty, Matthew Sweet
Tell me more: Nashville-based hero Tommy Womack is back with an album that signals a bona fide return to his rock and roll roots. The 13-track I Thought I Was Fine is filled with smart songwriting, lots of great rhythm and lead guitar, in-the-pocket rhythms and super clever lyrics. The melodious "Pay It Forward," edgy "A Little Bit of Sex Part 2," confessional rocker "I Got No Place To Go," melodic sortie "I Do" and contagious "That Lucky Old Sun" showcase an unbridled approach that makes the album such a wonderful listen. Womack also utilizes other styles on the album when it makes sense for specific songs; the heartland rock-flavored title track, spoken "Call Me Gary," and countrified "You Don't Get Over Love" and "Job-Hunting While Depressed" are good examples how Womack's approach eludes simple categorization. Information: TommyWomack.com.
Title: Dose (Big Stir Records)
You might like if you enjoy: The Empty Hearts, Fountains of Wayne, Cheap Trick's 1977 album "In Color"
Tell me more: Fans of top-tier melodic rock will love the Brothers Steve's new album Dose. The Los Angeles troupe's 10-track disc is loaded with smart, fun, infectious and melody-rich originals courtesy of singer-guitarists-frontmen Os Tyler and Jeff Whalen, drummer Coulter, bassist Jeff Solomon and guitarist Dylan Champion. The exhilarating opener "Get On Up" is bolstered by a joyful spirit enhanced by harmonies, handclaps and artful musicianship. The band taps into a perfect blend of early rock 'n' roll abandon and '70s power pop on the swirling "Wizard of Love." They adorn the chamber pop "She Will Wait" with creative harmonies aplenty. They turn on a dime for the propulsive rocker "Electro-Love." Other excellent melodic rockers include the tuneful "Sugarfoot," Beach Boys-meets-Fountains of Wayne zing of "Griffith Observatory," and dazzling album closer "Better Get Ready to Go." Dose is a flat out great record. Information: BigStirRecords.com.
Title: The Best of Steve Goodman (Omnivore Recordings)
You might like if you enjoy: John Denver, Dion, Harry Chapin, John Prine, Jimmy Buffett
Tell me more: A triple threat as singer, songwriter and guitar master, the late Steve Goodman's growing legacy is celebrated across an outstanding new 19-track retrospective. The Best of Steve Goodman features studio recordings, radio sessions, live performances and even a solo demo of his enduring masterwork "City of New Orleans." During Goodman's short lifetime — he died of leukemia in 1984 at the age of 36 — a relatively small but dedicated following in his native Chicago and beyond purchased his albums and attended his live performances. Over the past several years, Omnivore Recordings has been reintroducing the music of Goodman to a wider audience. The Best of Steve Goodman is an excellent way for uninitiated listeners to fall in love with an artist the equal of many of his well-known contemporaries. The chilling "Yellow Coat," comedic "You Never Even Call Me by My Name" (co-written with his good friend John Prine) and "This Hotel Room," a beautiful rendition of Mike Smith's "The Dutchman," introspective "Video Tape" and bittersweet "A Dying Cub Fan's Last Request" are among the stellar tracks on this essential collection. Information: OmnivoreRecordings.com.
Title: So Many Bars, So Many Saturday Nights (Bobbo Byrnes)
You might like if you enjoy: The Fallen Stars, Bobbo Byrnes
Tell me more: Americana singer-songwriter Bobbo Byrnes is back with another batch of enticing originals via his seven-song CD So Many Bars, So Many Saturday Nights. The mandolin- and fiddle-anchored "Charlie" and driving roots rocker "Different Beds" are early standouts on the fast-moving disc, while the countrified "Outlaws & Angels" and folk rocker "Walk Away" (the latter bolstered by Byrnes' stylish mandolin solo) are highlights later on the CD. Byrnes closes out the musical proceedings with an alternative country-flavored take on the AC/DC classic "Long Way To The Top." Information: BobboByrnes.com.
Robert Kinsler
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Billy Gibbons' "Jingle Bell Blues" kicks off the holidays
Media release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
“JINGLE BELL BLUES” FROM BILLY F GIBBONS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
November 8, 2021 – Billy F Gibbons, apart from his five decades-long role fronting ZZ Top, has in recent years recorded three much lauded solo albums for Concord Records including Hardware, released this past June. To cap off the year, Concord is releasing a singular single, “Jingle Bell Blues,” on November 9. It’s Billy’s reworking of the eternal “Jingle Bells” with some significant modifications or ‘Kustom’ touches. “Bells on hot rods ring” is one such and mention is made of a “drop-top” sleigh. While the song exudes holiday cheer, the gut- bucket vocal approach that Billy applies to the repertoire is nothing short of extraordinary. Billy’s guitar solos can best be described as ‘epic’ and should heat up virtually any holiday get-together whether indoors or out. Also of literal note is the harmonica solo that renders the recording something of an homage to Jimmy Reed in a sonically up-to-date context. Stream or purchase the single HERE.
Recorded in Nashville this past June, the track is available digitally as well as a lavishly packaged 45 RPM single, pressed on red translucent vinyl. The cover art depicts multiple Cadillac Fleetwood Broughams stacked to reflect the shape of a traditional Christmas tree while the obverse is adorned by a swanky stylized wire wheel. The use of “singular” is intentional as only one track, “Jingle Bell Blues,” is offered. The “flip side” of the record is an etched surface that replicates the sidewall of a bias ply tire with raised letters spelling out the song title and Billy’s name. Lastly, and of special note, is the fact that the red vinyl version comes with a Billy F Gibbons center hole adapter making it easy to play on any standard turntable.
As far as having the 45s pressed as 7-inch, big center hole singles, Gibbons remarked, “I suppose it could have been produced with a small hole and we wouldn’t have had to deal with the adapter, but this is, at its essence, a juke box record. It was even mixed with that in mind.” Billy continued, “Around Christmas, it always seems that there are five to ten holiday selections listed in the lower right corner of a typical juke box in a typical juke joint, the song titles and artist names printed on wreath-bedecked title strips.” He freely admits, “Our hope is for ‘Jingle Bell Blues’ to be one of those records. Bing Crosby, David Bowie, Elvis, Brenda Lee, Jose Feliciano, Otis Redding, Mariah Carey, Nat King Cole, Gene Autry, and not forgetting Adam Sandler, need some company and we’d be thrilled to provide it in the spirit of the season.”
“Jingle Bell Blues” credits
Produced by Billy F Gibbons and Mike Fiorentino
Billy F Gibbons: Guitars, Vocals, Harmonica
Mike Fiorentino: Bass
Miles McPherson: Drums
Recorded by Mike Fiorentino
Mixed by Mark Miemiec
Mastered by Dan Shike
Recorded June 2021 - Nashville, TN
Friday, November 05, 2021
elbow release latest track, 'Flying Dream 1' - band's ninth studio album out November 19, 2021
Another compelling track off elbow's eagerly awaited album "Flying Dream 1" coming Nov. 19...Robert Kinsler
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Deep Purple premiere official music video "Oh Well" today
The excitement continues to build as the release date for Deep Purple's next album "Turning To Crime" nears...Robert Kinsler
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New York, NY(November 5, 2021)--After the acclaimed release of “7 and 7 Is”, the first song revealed from their upcoming album Turning To Crime, Deep Purple release their brand new single and video “Oh Well” today. The first studio album by Deep Purple entirely comprised of songs not written by the band and previously recorded by other artists, Turning To Crime is produced by Bob Ezrin and will be released by earMUSIC on November 26, 2021. “Oh Well” -- a song originally written and recorded by Fleetwood Mac -- is accompanied by a music video that shows Deep Purple on a very special mission. Label and management would like to state that nobody from the band or crew, nor members of the media, were hurt during the shooting of the video in Germany in early October. “Everyone knows ‘Oh Well’ is a great song,” Roger Glover says. “Steve did the demo for that one. You never quite know where it‘s gonna go with Steve because he is very inventive. Right up until the point, with a couple of verses in, it was pretty much the same as the original. And then, all of a sudden, it took off like a rocket… in some other space.” Listen to “Oh Well” here: https://deeppurple.lnk.to/OhWell Deep Purple’s last studio album "Whoosh!", an album saluted by prestigious chart achievements (3rd consecutive #1 in Germany, as well as well as #4 in the UK) and acclaimed by critics who praised the creative strength of a band that continues evolving with every release, was the latest in the band’s “time trilogy”. The "time trilogy", consisting of "NOW What?!", "inFinite" and "Whoosh!" (2013, 2017 and 2020) has sold over 1 million albums, topped the charts 11 times and achieved more than 40 Top 10 positions worldwide. DEEP PURPLE online: |
Thursday, November 04, 2021
“Gorillaz: Song Machine Live From Kong” coming to Cinemas Globally on Wednesday, Dec. 8
This sounds like a truly exciting event and it's coming to a movie theater near you on Dec. 8...Robert Kinsler
SONG MACHINE LIVE FROM KONG
COMING TO CINEMAS GLOBALLY
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Includes Pre-Show Programme and Exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Featurette, ‘Live From Kong’
TICKETS ON SALE 11 NOVEMBER VIA songmachineliveincinemas.com
“A genre-straddling success story… Double drummers, six backing singers, Robert Smith, Peter Hook and slowthai guesting… Damon Albarn plays master of ceremonies in an impressive night of collaborations. ★★★★” The Observer
“The bonkers virtual extravaganza was the perfect home for Damon Albarn's animated band and their roster of glitzy special guests. ★★★★” Daily Telegraph
“...a gig that invites you to join in the chaos. ★★★★” NME
Trafalgar Releasing and LIVENow are proud to announce that Gorillaz will bring their acclaimed show to the big screen for one day only on Wednesday, December 8, 2021! The glorious, star- studded virtual experience Gorillaz present Song Machine Live From Kong, captured at the band’s Kong Studios HQ in London, will come to cinemas globally via Trafalgar Releasing, along with the cinema-exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette, ‘Live From Kong’ with unseen interview footage and commentary from Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett.
Following their much-anticipated return to the stage in December 2020 with the dazzling SONG MACHINE LIVE, the biggest virtual band on the planet will once again bring fans magnificent Jamie Hewlett visuals and thrilling live performance blended together in the unique Gorillaz way.
Guitarist Noodle, bassist Murdoc Niccals, drummer Russel Hobbs and frontman 2D - in all their cinematic glory - will be joined by Damon Albarn and the full Gorillaz live band plus a host of special guests, delivering an unmissable celebration of Gorillaz music.
On 12th & 13th December 2020, SONG MACHINE LIVE saw Gorillaz’ first live performance of their latest album Song Machine: Season One - Strange Timez - and the band’s first live performance since 2018, broadcast live around the world with three shows across three time zones through pay-per-view streaming platform LIVENow.
Trafalgar Releasing CEO, Marc Allenby says, "We are delighted to be partnering with the LIVENow and Eleven Management teams to bring Gorillaz: Song Machine Live from Kong to cinemas worldwide. We saw great success with Gorillaz' previous cinema event Reject False Icons, and we look forward to welcoming cinema audiences to experience their outstanding live show on the big screen, with immersive surround sound and exclusive bonus content."
James Massing, Chief Commercial Officer at LIVENow says, “Our goal at LIVENow is to give fans unparalleled access to the ultimate live music experiences, so we’re delighted to partner with Trafalgar Releasing to bring Gorillaz' Song Machine: Live from Kong to cinemas across the globe. Last year, we brought Gorillaz fans a one-off opportunity to watch the band perform their critically acclaimed album during a time where live music stopped. We’re proud to share the performance once again but on the big screen.”
Gorillaz: Song Machine Live From Kong is available at cinemas worldwide from Wednesday 8th December. For full ticket and viewing information, see www.songmachineliveincinemas.com
About Trafalgar Releasing:
Trafalgar Releasing is the global leader in event cinema distribution. A subsidiary of Trafalgar Entertainment, Trafalgar Releasing’s global operations include production, acquisition, marketing and distribution of specialised content to over 8,000 cinemas in more than 120 countries worldwide.
A full spectrum of releases includes world-class opera and ballet (The Metropolitan Opera, Bolshoi Ballet, Royal Opera House), award-winning theatre (including The King and I: from the London Palladium, Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company’s The Winter’s Tale, and 42nd Street), iconic moments (Monty Python’s Life of Brian 40th Anniversary, David Bowie is happening now, They Shall Not Grow Old), heritage music acts (Metallica & San Francisco Symphony: S&M2, Depeche Mode: SPIRITS in the Forest, Oasis Knebworth 1996) and contemporary music sensations (BLACKPINK THE MOVIE, BTS’ BRING THE SOUL: THE MOVIE, Coldplay: A Head Full of Dreams).
Headquartered in London, the company also has offices in New York, Los Angeles and Denver. More information about Trafalgar Releasing can be found at www.Trafalgar-Releasing.com.
About LIVENow:
LIVENow are leaders within the virtual event and experiences space, giving fans access to live and on-demand content across music, sports and entertainment. LIVENow were recently awarded ‘Live Music Innovation of the Year (Platform)’ at the 2021 Music Week Awards and shortlisted in the ‘Best Event Platform’ category at the 2021 DigiDay Technology Awards for the landmark streams of Dua Lipa: Studio 2054, Ellie Goulding’s ‘Brightest Blue’ and Gorillaz’ ‘Song Machine Live from Kong’.
Other events on LIVENow include Black Eyed Peas - Where is the Love Stream, Celeste: On With The Show, Live From London, theatre production Our Little Lives: Shakespeare and Me starring Russell Brand, and an all-new four-part series, Live From Another World, featuring cutting-edge breakthrough bands. The re-stream of Dua Lipa: Studio 2054 is also available to watch.
Events streamed by LIVENow include:
- Ellie Goulding’s 'Brightest Blue', Pete Tong’s 'O Come All Ye Ravers', Gorillaz’ 'Song Machine Live from Kong' and American Express UNSTAGED with Maroon 5 and SZA
- One World: Together At Home concert in support of the World Health Organisations Covid-19 relief efforts
- Australia vs India Men’s International Test Cricket and Big Bash League
- English Premier League and EURO 2020 in Singapore
- RIZIN mixed martial arts
- The Heineken Cup and Champions Cup
LIVENow was founded by Leeds United chairman and founder of Aser Ventures, Andrea Radrizzani.
About Gorillaz:
With seven albums to their name, Gorillaz (2001), Demon Days (2005), Plastic Beach (2010), The Fall (2011), Humanz (2017), The Now Now (2018) and Song Machine: Season One – Strange Timez (2020), Gorillaz is a truly global phenomenon, achieving success in entirely new and unique ways, touring the world from San Diego to Syria, Montevideo to Manchester and winning numerous awards including the coveted Jim Henson Creativity Honor.
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