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Table of contents AUSTRALIA ROCKS
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CLASSIC ROCK
2015 TWILIGHT CONCERT SERIES
BEN BROWNING
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ELECTRONIC POP
WEEK 5 ~ AUGUST 6
BEN BROWNING OF CUT COPY with DMA'S REGGAE/DANCE HALL
BAND BIOS
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INSIDERS GUIDE
P12 FLASH BACK
WEEK 8 ~ AUGUST 27
JEFFERSON STARSHIP with PURPLE MOUNTAINS MAJESTIES RUSTY'S EAC WINNER NEW ORLEANS BRASS
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REBIRTH BRASS BAND with MILES MOSLEY AND THE WESTCOAST GET DOWN INDIE POP
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Australia Rocks the Pier ustralia Rocks the Pier is an annual feature of the Twilight Concert Series and this year is the 6th time the Land Down Under will occupy the City by the Sea. The event serves as a showcase for the increasingly popular Australian acts but officials said it's really an opportunity to highlight the strong cross-cultural ties between Santa Monica and the Australia/New Zealand region. “When you look at where Santa Monica is and where the population of Australia is, it's all around both sides of the Pacific, it's a perfect partnership for us in tourism, business, film and all the things the pier allows us to do, not just music,” said Karen Lanyon, the Australian Consul General of Los Angeles. Officials described Australia Rocks the Pier as an end-to-end promotion of brand Australia, Australian tourism and Australia's cultural diversity and a strong platform for any organization keen to associate with, or trade on, Australian identity in Los Angeles. Australia is Santa Monica’s largest tourism partner. According to the Santa Monica travel & Tourism (formerly the convention and visitors’ bureau) about 55 percent of total tourists are international and about 18 percent of the total visitors are from Australia/New Zealand. The
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region is so important, SMTT has an employee stationed there to represent Santa Monica in trade and Public Relations efforts. In 2013 Australia/New Zealand accounted for more than 670,000 visitors to California and $1.1 billion in travel spending. According to SMTT’s annual report, the visitor numbers continue to grow, as does the length of stay and amount of spending. Santa Monica is particularly appealing for Aussie/Kiwi guests as the most popular activities for tourists are shopping and sightseeing. Visitors from the regional often visit during May June July August, September and December. Californians also travel by the millions to Australia and this year’s event will continue the tradition of a competition for one lucky person in the crowd to win a once in a lifetime trip to Australia. By entering at the Destination NSW booth on the Pier on August 6, the lucky winner will be drawn by the Consul-General onstage at 9: 30 p.m. Thanks to QANTAS and Destination NSW, the winner will receive: four nights of accommodation at the Hilton Hotel Sydney, a tour of the Sydney Opera House, a sight-seeing Cruise on Sydney Harbor, return economy airfare with QANTAS
Australian companies will be present on the pier as well. The show is sponsored by Vittoria Coffee, Destination NSW, Garlo’s Pies and Ausfilm. Bundaberg soda is also featured prominently throughout the venue. Lanyon said the concerts provide a great opportunity to introduce residents to Australian brands that are contributing to the local economy. “All of that underlines the investment of Australian businesses in Santa Monica, not just in tourism,” she said. The Australian concert draws 10,000 cheering fans to the pier as contemporary Australian rock is showcased to an influential Californian audience. Previous Australian performers have included Jagwar Ma, Missy Higgins, Ben Lee and Kasey Chambers. This years artists are Penelope Austin, DMA’s and Ben Browning. Penelope Austin (7 p.m.) is described as delicate and raw, vulnerable and passionate. Austin has just put the finishing touches on her debut album, produced by long-time collaborator and writing partner, Robert Conley. DMAs (7:45 p.m.) is Johnny Took, Matt Mason and Tommy O’Dell – three friends who came together making nostalgic garage pop in a bedroom in Newtown, Sydney.
Having met whilst playing in other bands, the boys decided to take the helm of a project that was dear to all their hearts. Three writers, three mates – three frontmen if you will – all with a common sense of purpose and musicality. Ben Browning (8:55 p.m) introduced himself as a solo contender in the dance music sector with the release of his first EP, Lover Motion and now sees the release of his newest LP, Turns. The LP is a selfproduced work that was recorded in Melbourne and Washington D.C. and features the uplifting synth-melodies and lyrical choruses, as well as pop sensibilities that call to mind names such as Paul McCartney and Brian Wilson.
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Ben Browning brings electric edge to TCS performance ustralian singer, songwriter, and DJ Ben Browning entered the Melbourne music scene with synth group Damn Arms before becoming the bassist for an indie electronic band in 2008. The group was Cut Copy, whose breakthrough 2008 album In Ghost Colours, (Lights & Music, Hearts on Fire) reverberated their name throughout the indie electronic music scene. Browning began solo work with in 2012 with the fivesong Lover Motion EP. His music can be classified broadly as electronic pop, influenced by the experimental history in both genres led by artists such as David Bowie, Kraftwerk, and Daft Punk. Browning works primarily as a producer on his own music, using synthesizers and bringing together vocals and instrumentation electronically. Browning’s interest in music began early on, though his affinity for electronic music is more recent. “I was more into rock or indie,” recalled Browning, “I grew up in the 90’s listening to Weezer and Pavement.” Some of his early musical influences can be traced to his father. “My dad had a pretty cool record collection,” added Browning, “I suppose I was influenced by a lot of music he had.” Browning traces his own interest in the electronic genre to Daft Punk’s album release of Discovery in 2001.”That album changed things for me a lot,” said Browning, “[it] brought together a lot of musical ideas.” Browning last toured Los Angeles in 2012, in support of his Solo EP Lover Motion released that same year. Opening for the UK’s Metronomy, Browning played a sold out show at the El Ray Theatre on Los Angeles’ Miracle Mile (May 3rd, 2012). “I was really excited to play a proper venue in L.A.,” remarked Browning, who said the show as “very cool.” The next night, Browning headlined a show at the now closed The Central SAPC in Santa Monica.Playing on the Westside channeled feelings of home for Browning, how grew up on a bay about twenty minutes from the ocean. “I remember that singing in Santa Monica reminded me a lot of where I grew up in Australia,” said Browning, “the smell of the ocean and the warm weather, it was very comforting.” Browning considers his relaxed attitude to be connected to the easygoing lifestyle of his hometown, something he found while touring the Los Angeles area. The Australian bassist did remember the region’s traffic. “[The traffic] is not too bad, except I find the freeways to be a little bit nerve wracking,” said Browning, “maybe that’s why music is so big in L.A., people are going around listening to the radio in their cars.” Despite transportation issues, the musician remembers the Santa Monica show as “one of those special experiences” from his previous tour. The artist is excited to return to our oceanside environment as part of Santa Monica’s 2015 Twilight
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Concert Series.. “I’m looking forward to getting back to that part of the world,” he said. “L.A. and California are a unique part of the U.S.,” said Browning, “people have a pretty laid back attitude toward life, it’s always refreshing.” His performance on on August 6th will be his first show on the historic Santa Monica Pier. “It’s an iconic location,” said Browning, “those sort of places are the best places to play.” Browning looks forward to the venue as “something different,” for both the audience and himself as a performer. “Hopefully we get a nice day and have a lot of fun down there,” said Browning. Browning anticipates his summer show as a summer evening dance party. “Hopefully we can put a smile on people’s faces and have them dance to a few tunes,” he added.
ECLECTIC INFLUENCES ABOUND IN AUSTRALIA’S DMA
the guitar sounds and the songwriting of those American guitar bands, me being a bit more traditional and folky and focusing on honest lyrics and chords, and then Tommy’s influence and his own voice. It’s the most special relationship I’ve ever found.” From the beginning, musical inspiration for the group came from a variety of sources. “There are a bunch of bands that we look at for inspirations from all different times and genres,” said O’Dell. The friend’s shared experience in Newtown provided yet another foundation. “I suppose growing up in a big city has influenced our music. It’s definitely got an urban attitude,” shared O’Dell, who added that much of their lyrical content references life in the city. A collection of nearly 40 demos emerged from this period as the trio began to hone their craft and sound. Content with the identity that the songs had taken, DMA'S released their debut single in February of this year. The song, titled ‘Delete,’ was recorded and produced inside of Took’s bedroom and was well received, claiming record of the week on XFM radio from Dave Rowntree of Blur. Soon after, DMA’s was named “Buzz Band of the Week” by the British music publication NME. DMA’s began touring Australia, playing various venues around the country such as the Splendour in the Grass Festival in Byron Bay at the end of July 2014. DMA’s performed twice previously in Los Angeles at the Echo. “It’s an amazing city we all like,” said O’Dell, “It’s very different to anywhere else in the world and that’s exciting.” The group’s performance at TCS, which O’Dell described as “a loud rock’n’roll show with a wall of sound guitars and anthemic melodies blended in between,” will be their first on the Westside. O’Dell said the group is interested in feeling out the vibe of the city. “I’m sure the crowds are gonna’ be up for a good day of music,” he said. The DMA’s are excited for their Santa Monica Pier debut. “I look forward to the atmosphere and the spectacle of it all,” said O’Dell, who mentioned the region’s nice weather and view of the Pacific Ocean. “I’m sure it will be a memorable gig for us,” concluded O’Dell.“It’s not everyday we get to play at such an iconic setting.”
DMA'S is the musical project of Johnny Took, Matt Mason, and Tommy O'Dell from Newtown Australia. The three best friends began writing and recording demos in Took’s bedroom in 2012, blending three unique personalities to create music. “Tommy’s dad is very, very English. And my old man came over to Australia from London and moved to the outskirts of Adelaide when he was 11 years old,” Took says of the band’s influences. “That’s why DMA’S is a weird blend, from Mason liking
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2015 Twilight Concert Series bios ELECTRONIC POP
WEEK 5 ~ AUGUST 6
BEN BROWNING OF CUT COPY with DMA'S A pulsating solo effort from electronic pop crooning man-child and Cut Copy bassist Ben Browning is the shiniest, newest addition to the Cutters stable of artists. Prior to starting on Cut Copy's most recent album Zonoscope, Ben Browning dug into his trusty mind-hole and began penning tracks for a solo release, culminating in the new 12-inch EP which is to be released by Cutters Records. I Can't Stay is the lead single, taken from Browning's forthcoming EP on Cutters records. It opens with an almost calypso guitar lead, before opening up into bouncing bass driven club-pop, the likes of which wouldn't have been entirely out of place on the recent Cut Copy album. The vocal is trademark Ben Browning: delicately strained melodic and harmonic stylings, with a seeming fragility which belies its true versatility. The talents of Architecture In Helsinki's Gus Franklin and Haima Marriott were enlisted to add production and shimmer, with Franklin even laying down live-drums on the final recording. Meanwhile, Cut Copy's own Dan Whitford reached into his collection of vintage synths to provide keyboard programming, produc-
ing some of the the classic keyboard tones herein. What's that you say? You wanna dance? Never fear, the single is rounded out by two energetic remixes of the lead track I Can't Stay. Cutters' own Knightlife, who has made spacey disco bliss his stock in trade, has transformed this into and epic, infectious melodic house gem. And DFA's Juan Maclean opts for an energized version, more faithful to the original, much like classic expertly finessed dance mixes of old.
DMA’S DMA'S is the musical project of Johnny Took, Matt Mason & Tommy O'Dell - three best friends from Newtown, Australia. Having cut their teeth playing with a number of different bands in Sydney's inner west over the years, the trio began writing and recording demos in Johnny's bedroom around 2 years ago. Set on taking their time to hone their craft and sound, the three friends soon found themselves with a library of nearly 40 demos. Finally content with the identity that the songs had taken, DMA'S released their debut single in February this year in the form of a track simply titled 'Delete' (along with a short film by director Mitchell Grant that was filmed in
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Johnny's bedroom - the same location that the band recorded and produced the track) and despite having never played a show under this moniker, the reaction was instantly overwhelming as critics and fans alike proceeded to jump on board including Dave Rowntree of Blur (who awarded them his record of the week on XFM, comparing them to Arctic Monkeys
& Oasis), Triple J and NME Magazine. It would seem that word continued to quickly spread around their hometown of Sydney - illustrated by the band's first show drawing over 450 punters and leaving another 100 or so unable to get in! From that point DMA'S have hit the touring cirSEE BIOS PAGE 11
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INDIE POP
WEEK 7 ~ AUGUST 20 cuit of Australia, selling out multiple rooms around the country and getting the call up to played the respected Splendour in the Grass Festival - sharing the stage with acts such as Interpol and Future Islands.
REGGAE/ DANCE HALL
WEEK 6 ~ AUGUST 13
SISTER NANCY with JESSE ROYAL Ophlin Russell-Myers is a dancehall DJ and singer from Kingston, Jamaica that performs as Sister Nancy. Described as a dominating female voice in the industry, she has a reputation as one of the first female dancehall DJ's in the world. As one of 15 siblings she shares her musical talent with older brother Robert who has carved out a successful career of his own performing as Brigadier Jerry. She developed her skills as a teen working with her brother and was discovered by producer Winston Riley in 1980, resulting in her first single, "Papa Dean" for his Techniques label. She was the first woman to perform at Reggae Sunsplash and was the first Jamaican woman to tour internationally as a deejay. Her career grew into strong of hits, live performances and international shows. In 1996 she relocated to America. After a break from the recording industry, she released a new album in 2007.
ARIEL PINK with THE MYNABIRDS Across its 17 tracks and 69 minutes, pom pom, the most recent record by Ariel Pink, is unfiltered Ariel, a pied piper of the absurd, with infectious tales of romance, murder, frog princes and JellO. The record sees the Los Angeles native strike it out alone, returning to the solo moniker he has adopted for well over a decade when cementing his name as a king of pop perversion. From demented kiddie tune collaborations with the legendary Kim Fowley (songs like 'Jell-O' and 'Plastic Raincoats In The Pig Parade' were written with Fowley in his hospital room during his recent battle with cancer), to beatific, windswept pop ('Put Your Number In My Phone', 'Dayzed Inn Daydreams'), scuzzpunk face-melters ('Goth Bomb', 'Negativ Ed'), and carnival dub psychedelia ('Dinosaur Carebears'), pom pom could very well be Ariel Pink's magnum opus. “Although this is the first “solo” record credited to my name, it is by far the least “solo” record I have ever recorded,” said Ariel Pink. pom pom is Ariel Pink's third studio album for 4AD, following his Haunted Graffiti releases Before Today (2010) and Mature Themes (2012). SEE BIOS PAGE 13
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TIME 7 p.m. — 10 p.m., but those in the know stake out a good spot early.
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Park your wheels at the free bike and skateboard valet located next to the beach bike path just south of the Pier.
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FOOD & DRINKS There are plenty of great food and beverage options on the deck and at the various restaurants on the Pier. Most even have togo options perfect for munching during the show. As a reminder, alcohol consumption is not permitted in public spaces, but there are several full-service bars in the area.
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CLASSIC ROCK
WEEK 8 ~ AUGUST 27
JEFFERSON STARSHIP with PURPLE MOUNTAINS MAJESTIES RUSTY'S EAC WINNER
Paul Kantner founded Jefferson Airplane in 1965. The Airplane were the biggest rock group in America during the 1960s and the first San Francisco band to sign a major record deal, paving the way for other legends like Grateful Dead & Janis Joplin. They headlined the original Woodstock Festival in 1969 and like The Beatles with whom they are critically compared, lasted a mere seven years ... though their influence and impact on rock music continues well into the 21st century. In 1974 Mr. Kantner created Jefferson Starship and again enjoyed chart-topping success. Paul, & Jefferson Airplane were inducted into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1996, the same year as Pink Floyd. Jefferson Starship, the name created by Paul for his 1971 solo debut “Blows Against The Empire” recording, has endured 40 years as one of rock's most legendary bands. That recording was the first and only to ever be nominated for literary science fiction's Hugo Award. Co-founder David Freiberg also started the legendary Quicksilver Messenger Service, the Fillmore era San Francisco band who often shared the bill with The Dead & The Airplane). David is a world famous singer, producer, composer and multi-instrumentalist. He was also a member of Jefferson Airplane, and co-wrote one of Jefferson Starship's alltime biggest hits, “Jane” - which he performs. From 1973 to 1978 Donny Baldwin was with the "Elvin Bishop" Band. During this time he toured and recorded six albums, which included the #1 hit single, "Fooled Around and Fell In Love". From 1981 to 1989, Donny was a member of Jefferson Starship. In January 1994, he joined the Jerry Garcia Band. Chris Smith joined Jefferson Starship in 1998, having toured with The Supremes and Lou Bega. Chris has gone on to place music in film and television including the #1 rated series “CSI.” In 2000 he assumed the seeming impossible task of
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playing piano and (synth) bass simultaneously … a feat only duplicated by the legendary Ray Manzarek of The Doors. Cathy Richardson joined Jefferson Starship in 2008, and anchors the historic 'role' made famous by Grace Slick. She is an award winning music artist, graphic artist, and clothing designer. Her professional credits include fronting her own successful rock band, producing and releasing seven albums on various indie record labels. She was nominated for a Grammy Award for Art Direction of her band's 2003 release, “The Road to Bliss,” which also received two DIY Awards (Do It Yourself in Film, Books and Music) for Album Art of the Year and Producer of the Year. Jude Gold is an acclaimed lead guitarist joining in 2012 for a 10 country, three-month international tour - replacing longtime lead player Slick Aguilar who recently underwent a liver transplant. Jude also tours with contemporary stars Miguel Migs, Stu Hamm and JGB (Jerry Garcia's Band) before that. He is also a “professor” at the acclaimed Musician's Institute in Los Angeles.
NEW ORLEANS BRASS
CMJ & Jazz Week Radio charts. Whether seen on HBO's Treme or at their legendary Tuesday night gig at The Maple Leaf, Rebirth Brass Band is a true New Orleans institution. Formed in 1983 by the Frazier brothers, the band has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to playing festivals and stages all over the world. While committed to upholding the tradition of brass bands, they also extended into the realms of funk and hip hop to create their signature soul moving sound. Their signature brand of heavy funk has not only won over several generations of music lovers, it has become the soundtrack to an entire city. Rebirth Brass Band's album “Rebirth of New Orleans” earned them the title of the first brass band ever to win a Grammy. ”Rebirth of New Orleans” reached #9 on the Billboard Jazz Chart and #1 on the CMJ Jazz Charts. Rebirth has several cameos on the hit HBO series Treme as well as many soundtrack contributions. Rebirth Brass Band has shared the stage with Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Grateful Dead, The Meters, The P Funk All Stars, Maceo Parker, Dr. John, The Ohio Players, Ani DiFranco
WEEK 9 ~ SEPTEMBER 3
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The Grammy Award winning NOLA soundtrack straight from the streets of Treme. Rebirth Brass Band have continued their innovative, contemporary approach to New Orleans music following up 2012's The Grammy Award winning album Rebirth of New Orleans with 2014's Move Your Body which was released on Basin Street Records this past June. Since its release, the record hit #1 and has been at the top of both the
INDIE POP
WEEK 10 ~ SEPTEMBER 10
TUNE-YARDS with AVID DANCER Merrill Garbus has performed as tUnEyArDs since 2009, and that band name has always been synonymous with forward movement — whether because of her explosive performance style or the alwayssurprising way in which her songs unfold. First gaining notice with the debut BiRdBrAiNs, Garbus forged a reputation as a
formidable live presence through relentless touring. In 2011, tUnE-yArDs released its second album, w h o k i l l, a startling and sonically adventurous statement that led to a whirlwind period where Garbus and bassist Nate Brenner accrued accolades from critics, performed in front of increasing numbers of rapturous crowds around the world, and collaborated with the likes of Yoko Ono and ?uestlove. Callbacks to the past are all over Nikki Nack, the bands third album. Garbus’s vocal performance on ‘Wait For A Minute’ recalls Quiet Storm balladry, and the song also contains a direct callback to her own past: A wobbly keyboard line provided by a Casio she received as a gift when she was nine years old. ‘Left Behind’ is underscored by a jittery nostalgia, the playground chant from which the album’s title is taken eventually giving way to a chorus where Garbus’s voice is masked by glossy-yet tarnished production that brings to mind the radio reigns of Lisa Lisa and En Vogue. Nikki Nack has uncertainty about both the past and the future, but that’s in keeping with Garbus’s overall aesthetic of constantly questioning and burrowing for a “new way,” tempered by the joy that goes hand in hand with new discoveries.
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