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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fred again.. Praises Sydney's Shady Nasty: 'My Favourite Band In The World Right Now'
Fred again.. has shown love to a relatively-obscure Australian band on his most recent Twitch stream, shouting out avant-punk trio Shady Nasty and playing their song 'Screwdriva' to the thousands watching his live-stream. 'This is literally my favourite band in the world right now,' said Fred while introducing the band to his viewers. He explained that he was wisened to the existence of the band by a mutual friend of theirs, Irish DJ/producer Kettama, and said that hearing them for the first time reminded him of when he discovered the music of The Streets as a teenager in the 2000s. 'This guy's words, man,' he said – alluding to the band's frontman Kevin Stathis. 'Everything he says reminds me of everything I loved about hearing Mike Skinner when I was young. Mike Skinner, for those of you who don't know, is my favourite lyricist of all time. Every line, I'm like, 'Wow, there's a whole story in each line.' It's so, so powerful to me. This whole album is unbelievably beautiful.' Shady Nasty released their debut album Trek in February 2025. The album was produced by Kim Moyes, one half of The Presets, and was supported by a sold-out national tour in April. Most recently, the band opened for Skeleten at Sydney's Liberty Hall as part of the project's album launch show for its second studio album, Mentalized. Next month will see the band play the Future Sounds Festival in Adelaide at the city's UniBar alongside the likes of Briggs' new heavy band Big Noter and roots-rockers Bones & Jones. Tickets are available now via Moshtix, and can be purchased here. Fred, meanwhile, was last seen in Australia in March 2024 on a short-notice national tour that began with a sold-out show at the Sydney Opera House which was announced on the same day it happened. His most recent release was last December's 'Light Dark Light', which marked his second collaboration with Australian singer-songwriter Angie McMahon following 'Angie (I've Been Lost)'. Fred again.. Review – UK Producer Lives Up to the Hype at the Hottest Gig in Sydney triple j's Hottest 100 And Hottest 200 2024: The Complete List We Got Vivid Debutantes G2g And Station Model Violence To Interview Each Other The post Fred again.. Praises Sydney's Shady Nasty: 'My Favourite Band In The World Right Now' appeared first on Music Feeds.
Euronews
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Euronews
More stellar acts unveiled for Little Simz' Meltdown Festival at London's Southbank Centre
ADVERTISEMENT Each year, Meltdown chooses a different musical act to direct the festival's programme. In February , Mercury Prize-winning artist Little Simz was revealed as the curator of the 30th edition at London's Southbank Centre, which will take place from 12-22 June. Last month, we already got an impressive announcement of artists including The Streets, MOBO Award-winning London-born rapper Ghetts and multi-award winning jazz pianist Jon Batiste - best known to many as the co-composer of the Oscar-winning score for Pixar's Soul . Now, the already stacked line-up gets more names, with Grammy-nominated R&B singer Mahalia, who will play in the Royal Festival Hall on the first Friday night of the festival (13 June). Joining her on this year's ticket is queen of afrobeats and MTV EMA-winning Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage (Saturday 14 June); hip-hop and jazz melding legends BADBADNOTGOOD; and the acclaimed Ivor Novello and Mercury Prize Award-winning James Blake (20 June). Mahalia - James Blake ZADATSTUDIO - Thibaut Grevet Scroll down for the full line-up. We're particularly excited about the inclusion of London-born saxophonist Nubya Garcia, who will play at the Queen Elizabeth Hall on 19 June (if you haven't heard her most recent album, 'Odyssey', it's a must-listen), and the presence of Illinois singer-songwriter Kara Jackson, whose 2023 album 'Why Does The Earth Give Us People To Love?' was an arresting and quite simply glorious storytelling gem. Mark Ball, Artistic Director, Southbank Centre added: 'Hot on the heels of her brilliant line up for the first wave announcements, it's thrilling to see more global talent play alongside homegrown artists and to see Little Simz musical curiosity and imagination take full shape.' Jane Beese, Head of Contemporary Music, Southbank Centre said: "Little Simz' first taste of what's to come from her Meltdown hugely embodies the wealth of influences and inspirations across her work. Ranging from jazz, hip hop, R&B, electronic and soul with a line up of both renowned legends alongside the creators of the future, this is going to be London's go-to festival this summer.' Voir cette publication sur Instagram Une publication partagée par simz (@littlesimz) As for Little Simz herself, she commented: 'My team and I have prepared eleven days of art, music, workshops and more. So many incredible artists have curated this festival so it's a true honour to be a part of it. Thank you to the Southbank Centre for having me. Meltdown 2025 the Simz way is going to be epic. I'll see you there.' Little Simz Thibaut Grevet It's worth keeping in mind (we certainly haven't forgotten) that Little Simz will be releasing her sixth album 'Lotus' on 6 June. Her first full-length album since the superb 'No Thank You' in 2022 and her Mercury Prize-winning 2021 album 'Sometimes I Might Be Introvert', 'Lotus' was originally scheduled to be released on 9 May but was delayed "due to a scheduling of shooting a movie that just came in." "Not ideal for me or you I know, trust me I've tried many ways around it but just means I can't do the film otherwise. If there was ever a time I ask for your grace and patience it is now." Patience granted – but no more delays please, we're getting antsy here! Here's the line-up for Little Simz' Meltdown: The Streets - Thursday 12 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Mahalia - Friday 13 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Tiwa Savage - Saturday 14 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Sasha Keable - Saturday 14 June, Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm BADBADNOTGOOD - Monday 16 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Lola Young - Tuesday 17 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Kara Jackson - Tuesday 17 June, Purcell Room, 7:45pm Ghetts - Wednesday 18 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Yukimi & BINA. - Wednesday 18 June, Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm Nubya Garcia - Thursday 19 June, Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm MEGA & Jon Poppii - Friday 20 June, Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm James Blake - Friday 20 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Jon Batiste - Saturday 21 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Little Simz & Chineke! Orchestra - Sunday 22 June, Royal Festival Hall, 7pm ADVERTISEMENT Tickets for the newly added shows will go on sale to the general public on Friday 11 April via .
The Independent
07-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Little Simz announces more artists for Meltdown 2025
Little Simz has added more artists to her already packed lineup for this year's Meltdown festival. Held at the Southbank Centre in London from 12 to 22 June, the event will play host to artists including British R&B star Mahalia, Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage, Canadian jazz/hip-hop collective BADBADNOTGOOD, and Mercury Prize -winning musician James Blake. They will join the likes of London-born saxophonist Nubya Garcia, contemporary soul artist MEGA, and singer-songwriter Kara Jackson. British rapper Simz, born Simbiatu Abisola Abiola Ajikawo, had previously announced that grime legend Ghetts, Grammy-winning American musician Jon Batiste, The Streets, Little Dragon vocalist Yukumi, and 'Messy' star Lola Young would appear on the lineup. She is the latest in a long line of esteemed curators that include The Cure's Robert Smith, Nick Cave, David Bowie, Patti Smith, Grace Jones and Elvis Costello. Little Simz said: 'My team and I have prepared eleven days of art, music, workshops and more. So many incredible artists have curated this festival so it's a true honour to be a part of it. Thank you to the Southbank Centre for having me. 'Meltdown 2025 the Simz way is going to be epic. I'll see you there.' Born in north London, Simz is regarded as one of the most gifted rappers of her generation, attracting early praise with albums such as 2016's Stillness in Wonderland and 2019's Grey Area. In 2021, she received national acclaim for her fourth album, Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, which charted at No 4 in the UK and won the Mercury Prize the following year. Her most recent album, No Thank You, was surprise-released in December 2022 through the independent label, Forever Living Originals, while her latest EP, Drop 7, came out in February last year. She recently announced that her new record, Lotus, will be released on 6 June. Jane Beese, head of contemporary music for the Southbank Centre, said: 'Little Simz's first taste of what's to come from her Meltdown hugely embodies the wealth of influences and inspirations across her work. 'Ranging from jazz, hip hop, R&B, electronic and soul with a line up of both renowned legends alongside the creators of the future, this is going to be London's go-to festival this summer.' Mark Ball, artistic director at the Southbank Centre, added: 'Hot on the heels of her brilliant line up for the first wave announcements, it's thrilling to see more global talent play alongside homegrown artists and to see Little Simz's musical curiosity and imagination take full shape.'
