THE BIRD Electronic music has developed rapidly in the last 30 years, for the limitations are few and the possibilities are still being discovered. When live meets the electronic, new realms of dance music emerge. Over the last 10 years The Bird have established a solid reputation as one of Australia’s finest live electronic dance outfits, and in the studio have continued to push musical boundaries. “Birdville Sessions” is the latest release from this dynamic group. Recorded in Ben’s shed in the suburb of Marrickville, Sydney, and then handed over to the master of BJB Studios, Chris Townend, to be reworked and re textualised through old school valve amps, tape delays and analogue recording desks, this release has captured the live essence that makes The Bird one of Australia’s finest. The Bird are Ben Walsh (drums), Simon Durrington (keyboards), Barry Hill (double Basss), and Bobbby Singh (Tabla). As musicians, The Bird have sought an organic interpretation of computer-generated forms of music, combing live drum’n’bass breakbeats and electro synth lines, with sounds from the Asian Underground, and some serious dub vibes. The Bird’s music is a journey through these numerous influences and stylistics, executed in a funkafied soulful electronica sound that is their trademark style. The Bird have toured the country and overseas extensively, playing at many venues and festivals including Glastonbury Festival, Livid Festival, Falls Festival, Adelaide Fringe, Woodford Festival, Two Tribes, the Opera House Studios, Home Nightclub, and Earthcore to name but a few.“Birdville Sessions” is out now through Valve Records. Check out the website at www.thebirdweb.com for all the latest news, gig details, mp3’s, and photos. Contact: info@topshelf.com.au or +61 2 9518 8411 |
