This week saw the release of three spectacular albums, all from acts in different stages of their musical careers.

We got the debut album from Liam McGorry’s new project Ex-Olympian. Incorporating his own dream funk sound, Afterlife started as a quest to do more on one’s own. The process unveiled the realisation that music is truly a series of collaborations to be enjoyed together.
Stream Afterlife here.

The Phoenix Foundation released their latest album Friend Ship after 5 years between albums. This album is rooted in friendship, hence the title. They have brought in a number of different styles and voices in the form of guest contributions.
Stream Friend Ship here.

Finally, the latest Cut Off Your Hands album wraps up a career spanning nearly 15 years. In HLLH elements of funk and dance music interweave with the soulful croon of lead vocalist Nick Johnston. Both the importance of loving each other and the complexities of human relationship are exposed under the guise of head-bopping summer anthems.
Stream HLLH here.

Native Tongue is proud to announce the signing of Jon Hume for Australia and New Zealand.

Jon is an Australian born, LA based Grammy nominated songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. His work as a writer/producer has amassed over 3 billion combined streams, and includes songs with Sofi Tukker, Bebe Rexha, Sam Fischer, Sheppard, Dean Lewis, JP Cooper, Starley, Busby Marou, Tina Arena, Guy Sebastian, Galantis, Easylife, Ryan Riback & more. Jon is also known as the lead singer of Evermore.

Native Tongue’s Managing Director Jaime Gough said of the signing: “Jon is a supremely talented and versatile writer who has consistently delivered hit songs throughout his career. We look forward to working with Jon on what we know will be a successful partnership.”

“For over a decade, we’ve had the pleasure of watching Jon work in the studio and now it is a genuine thrill to welcome him to the Native Tongue family,” explained Native Tongue’s Head of Creative Services Matt Tanner.

Jon Hume added,”I’m looking forward to working with the incredible team at Native Tongue. I love the energy and drive they have for Australian music and I’m glad to be on board.”

Jon’s latest co-write ‘Spa’ by Icona Pop featuring Sofi Tukker is out now via Ultra Records. Stream on Spotify.

Pleasure Coma, led by Coffs-native Tasker, are full of swagger, a little bit rowdy and are emotionally open. Waiting To Die lifts the veil on the very concept of ego, by exploring themes of esteem, courage and compassion.

Recorded in Melbourne with Tobias Priddle, the EP blends garage sensibilities with bedroom philosophies and bathroom humour. A bit of guitar, bass and drums are splashed on for decorative purposes.

Stream Waiting To Die now.

Native Tongue is thrilled to announce two recent New Zealand signings, Adam Hattaway and Kath Bee.

General Manager of Native Tongue New Zealand, Pennie Black, explains “We are really excited to add Adam Hattaway and The Haunters to the Native Tongue family. Adam is a talented songwriter, and we are looking forward to the release of forthcoming single ‘Wasting Our Time’, and showcasing his remarkable music.”

Writer Relations Manager Paul McLaney added, “We’d like to welcome Kath Bee to the Native Tongue roster of songwriters and composers. Kath has a built a reputation of high regard as a quality children’s songwriter, as recognised earlier this year with her 2020 APRA NZ Best Children’s Song Award.”

Adam Hattaway and The Haunters will release their new single and video ‘Wasting Our Time’ on October 2nd, and they will embark on a massive 12-date tour across Aotearoa. At present Kath is working on her 7th album, due out in 2021. More information can be found on their writer pages – Adam Hattaway and Kath Bee.

In what was a busy week of releases, we were treated to albums from Sola Rosa, Floating Pyramids and Bliss Creek.

Chasing the Sun is the first new album in five years from Kiwi musician and producer Andrew Spraggon, aka Sola Rosa – spanning the genres of electronic music, funk, hip-hop, nu jazz, R&B and soul.
Stream Chasing The Sun here.

Floating Pyramids, the project of Chris Hamer-Smith, releases After Midnight, Vol.1. This is the first album of a monthly series of instrumental beats that he is doing.
Stream After Midnight Vol. 1 here.

Richie Setford is behind Bliss Creek, this being the debut record for his latest project. Being birthed in a Garageband software of a 2004 Mac Book Pro, Bliss Creek is a hazy stroke of powerpop within a dogmatic approach to songwriting and production.
Stream Bliss Creek here.