Poolside: And The Sea Put a paper umbrella in your cocktail and dip your feet in the water; Poolside’s new jam “And The Sea” is made for summertime. The LA-based duo’s self-proclaimed “daytime disco” brand of music (their take on Neil Young’s “Harvest Moon” is a must-listen) is tropical and breezy—and this new track delightfully follows suit. Something we expect to hear on an island …
The crazy kids are back! South Africa’s Die Antwoord (made up of alter-egos Ninja and Yo-landi Visser, plus mysterious producers) release their latest middle finger to the pop world. “Banana Brain” juxtaposes hardcore techno rhythms with Visser’s hair-raising whisper chants, leaving you feeling anything but lukewarm. Their fourth album Mount Ninji and da Nice Time Kid, featuring Jack Black, Dita Von Teese and more, is …
1. Origins of Zef-Style South African rap group Die Antwoord brought their unique, subversive style to the world back in 2009. With a mysterious past and alluring themes and imagery, the group has captivated music fans and social critics alike. In this two-part series from UK filmmaker James Stephens, the history and creative formation of the group are examined in detail. Ninja’s musical history is …
