Band Name: Namaste Jake
City, State: Brisbane, Queensland
Style: psychedelic/funk/jazz/reggae/rock
Influences: -
Mp3 address: -
Web page:
www.namastejake.com
Contact: info@namastejake.com
Bio: Delivering a hybrid of psychedelic indie pop and groove-based funk, fused
with strong blues and jazz influences, Namaste Jake are building a reputation as
one of Australia's most intriguing emerging talents.”
The trio recorded their debut demo EP in December 2000 which was met with
enthusiastic local radio support and respectable sales.
In the year 2001 Namaste Jake was showcased in an abundance of energetic
performances at multitudes of pubs, clubs, universities, festivals and tours
throughout Australia.
An impressive debut year culminated with a New Year’s Eve set at the
2001 Woodford Folkfest where they played alongside George, Alex Lloyd and the John
Butler Trio.
Their versatility has also afforded them the opportunity to play alongside
artists as diverse as Motor Ace, Screamfeeder, Frenzal Rhomb, Diana Ah
Naid, Primary, The Butterfly Effect, Rhubarb, Rollerball, The Porkers and You Am I.
The band has also contributed to several film soundtracks, including the feature
film “Moneyshot” which was released in Australia in February 2003 and soon
after, released in Europe.
“The Underground Groove” is Namaste Jake’s second EP.
“Sayonara” is the first track off the EP to be released and the track has
immediately received extensive airplay on independent and commercial radio in
Australia and Britain as well as the Australian Triple J network. The second
single, “Just Like Eve and Adam”, is currently on Triple J rotation.
At the end of 2002, Namaste Jake forged a new career path touring extensively
through Great Britain and the Netherlands. Over the two month tour the band
received an overwhelming response to their music and live stage shows.
Since their return to Australia in February 2003, the band has cemented their
place within Queensland’s live music scene with regular appearances in venues up
and down the coast.
With the release of the new EP “The Underground Groove”, Namaste Jake are set to
spread their infectious, genre-crossing, fresh style across Australia and
Worldwide. Catch the groove at a venue near you soon.
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