The Naked and Famous
Vacationer, Now, Now
Wed, April 4, 2012
Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:00 pm
Terminal 5
New York, NY
$25
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This event is all ages
http://www.terminal5nyc.com/event/74217/
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The Naked and Famous
New York’s hit-making singles boutique and blogosphere sensation Neon Gold makes a trip Down Under to uncover New Zealanders the Naked and Famous with its next limited- edition 7" release.
“Young Blood” has already been a sensation in its own right in New Zealand. Released on the Naked and Famous’s own label, Somewhat Damaged, there in June, it debuted at No. 1 on the singles chart and held on to that spot for two weeks ahead of Katy Perry, B.O.B. and Hayley Williams, et al.
It’s no surprise that the song caught the attention of either Neon Gold or New Zealand kids. A fresh blast of epic electronica-fueled pop, “Young Blood” expresses the joy and ennui of the Skins generation in what just might be one of the singles of the summer.
The Naked and Famous have already released two EPs on a local indie in New Zealand. The group is primarily a home-studio-based outfit centered on singing couple Thom Powers and Alisa Xayalith, with Aaron Short sharing production duties with Thom, and David Beadle and Jesse Wood making up the group’s rhythm section.
They chose their attention grabbing name from a Tricky lyric. Their biggest show to date has been opening an arena show in front of their hero Trent Reznor’s Nine Inch Nails.
A series of happy accidents leading from Facebook to a plug of “extraordinarily good” from Popjustice, threw them into the arms of Neon Gold. It’s lining up to be a busy year for this most committed and exciting young band. Living up to the latter part of their unusual moniker is definitely in the cards for the Naked and Famous.
“Young Blood” has already been a sensation in its own right in New Zealand. Released on the Naked and Famous’s own label, Somewhat Damaged, there in June, it debuted at No. 1 on the singles chart and held on to that spot for two weeks ahead of Katy Perry, B.O.B. and Hayley Williams, et al.
It’s no surprise that the song caught the attention of either Neon Gold or New Zealand kids. A fresh blast of epic electronica-fueled pop, “Young Blood” expresses the joy and ennui of the Skins generation in what just might be one of the singles of the summer.
The Naked and Famous have already released two EPs on a local indie in New Zealand. The group is primarily a home-studio-based outfit centered on singing couple Thom Powers and Alisa Xayalith, with Aaron Short sharing production duties with Thom, and David Beadle and Jesse Wood making up the group’s rhythm section.
They chose their attention grabbing name from a Tricky lyric. Their biggest show to date has been opening an arena show in front of their hero Trent Reznor’s Nine Inch Nails.
A series of happy accidents leading from Facebook to a plug of “extraordinarily good” from Popjustice, threw them into the arms of Neon Gold. It’s lining up to be a busy year for this most committed and exciting young band. Living up to the latter part of their unusual moniker is definitely in the cards for the Naked and Famous.
Vacationer
Most people do not take vacations often enough, some not at all. Quality vacations let us recapture that feeling of childlike exploratory freedom, which we seem to experience less and less frequently as we age. We can have fun without worrying about the familiar consequences presented to us regularly in life. Taking a good amount of time away from our daily stresses allows us to return to our lives refreshed and better equipped to handle whatever comes next.
The eastern seaboard's foremost relaxation specialists have teamed up to compile this unique collection of serenity-inducing sonic arrangements. The audio program you are about to experience was designed with the sole purpose of relaxing the listener and sending their mind on a well-deserved trip. No airfare needed, no reservations. Simply settle in, relax and enjoy; Vacation from anywhere at anytime.
The eastern seaboard's foremost relaxation specialists have teamed up to compile this unique collection of serenity-inducing sonic arrangements. The audio program you are about to experience was designed with the sole purpose of relaxing the listener and sending their mind on a well-deserved trip. No airfare needed, no reservations. Simply settle in, relax and enjoy; Vacation from anywhere at anytime.
Now, Now
Though much older than their appearance allows, the trio of tiny midwest kids donning tight jeans and awkward posture can often be found in the local Taco Bell hiding in the corner from the snide remarks of teasing high schoolers. However Now, Now has consistently proven themselves to listeners of their music since their first EP releases in 2007 and 2008. Their 2008 debut full-length 'Cars' received much hype and review from outlets like FADER, AOL Music, SPIN, gaining them tours in the US, two Europe tours (one with Paramore) and a worldwide fan base. With a live set up consisting of three, all equally tiny and equally awkward, the band entertains audiences not just with their humorous heights but with their cognitive arrangements consisting of keyboards, bells, jingles, and audio effects, while still hammering out a guitar-and-drum based structure. With the recent break from their record label and the release of the 'Neighbors EP' (produced, engineered and recorded by themselves in their basement) the band saw even more growth spending time on the road throughout 2011 and gaining press notoriety with the EP from such outlets as FILTER, Alternative Press, SPIN, AOL Music, Yahoo Music and more. The band has recently spent some time in Vancouver recording a new record with producer Howard Redekopp (Tegan & Sara, An Horse, New Pornographers) to be released in the near future.
