diSKOAver weekly last updated: 5/03/2023
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diSKOAver weekly last updated: 5/03/2023 ✅
[Watch] Hercules and Love Affair Perform "Blind" with Antony Hegarty for the First Time
Hercules and Love Affair's 2008 eponymous debut album was an absolute gem, one that I still play on a consistent basis. One song stood out above the rest, though, and that was "Blind", the band's collaborative track with Antony Hegarty. The track still stands as the band's best. But, those who have seen Hercules and Love Affair live will know that the two parties have never performed the song together in a live setting, until now. Last night at London's Meltdown Festival, Hercules and Love Affair were joined onstage by Antony, who belted out a fantastic rendition of "Blind" backed by the full band. Check out fan footage of the performance above, along with fan footage of them performing "Raise Me Up" after the jump.
[News] Chromeo Announces New 'When The Night Falls' Tour Dates, Remix EP
Alright kiddies! Time to pick out your best outfit complete with ultra rad sunglasses! Chromeo is hitting the road!!!
Seriously though, their set during SXSW this year was probably my favorite show of the whole trip down there. This is something you do not want to even consider missing. I mean, not only are you getting Chromeo, but for select dates you get Mayer Hawthorne OR Breakbot on top of that! You gotta hear that and say to yourself "I want to go to there," right!??!
In addition to the upcoming tour, the guys are releasing a remix EP on July 26th for "When The Night Falls", which will feature remixes from Hercules & Love Affair, Lifelike, Breakbot and a cover from Mayer Hawthorne.
Since none of us are into waiting patiently, you can grab the Breakbot remix now below, thanks to the lovely people at Pitchfork.
Tour dates after the jump!
[Album Review] Hercules and Love Affair - Blue Songs
Back in 2008, New York DJ Andy Butler came together with Kim-Ann Foxman and Antony Hegarty to form the instantly distinct group Hercules and Love Affair. Their self-titled debut album was released in March of that year, blending together the sounds of the iconic 80s house genre with sweeping vocals, modern techniques and a unique presence. Once again, Andy Butler is back, and this time, along with Foxman and minus Hegarty, the group has found new members. Newcomers fan-turned-band-member Shaun Wright and singer Aerea Negrot provide vocals throughout Hercules and Love Affair's sophomore album Blue Songs, adding a new dimension to the already unique style of the band. The return to the iconic house style was what made their debut album stand out, and that presence continues in Blue Songs. With a few big guest appearances and a ton of new flavour, their sophomore outing shows the increasing development of an already amazing band.