Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland-based music makers, DJs and party throwers, Flamingo Pier release their debut self-titled album on London’s Soundway Records as they announce a second Auckland date following the sellout of the first. See full dates below.
The release is accompanied by a brand new video for lead single ‘Eternal’ which harnesses all the cut-loose dancefloor vibes the collective are celebrated for. Featuring an array of colourful footage of their sold-out parties and a behind-the-scenes peek at the album recording process, the video is the perfect primer for Flamingo Pier’s album release tour this July.
The euphoric grooves of 'Eternal', as well as previously released single ‘Last Call’ co-produced by and featuring Aotearoa Jazz legend Nathan Haines, along with vocals from Jess Penson (Kédu Carlö), are gathering up plays on commercial radio giant George FM and alternative radio across the country alike. ‘Honey’ and ‘Make You Wonder’ celebrated an entry on the NZ Alt Charts last week.
Channelling classic emotive house, to disco, Afro and jazz funk on their debut album, Flamingo Pier cite a wide range of musical influences such as Khruangbin, Roisin Murphy, Peven Everett, house legends Masters at Work and Brazilian artist Tim Maia. This translates into an uplifting but nostalgic current running throughout the album - reflecting on last chances, soul-searching and longing for the carefree days of the dance floor.
Montreal based music purveyors Bolting Bits noting "elements of funk, disco, and jazz, all built around Afro-centric percussive elements."
In celebration of the album release, these music makers and DJs are throwing a few parties for themselves.
Flamingo Pier - Album Release Tour
Friday July 2 - 121, WELLINGTON (DJ set)
Saturday July 3 - Flux, CHRISTCHURCH (DJ set)
Thursday July 8 - Galatos, AUCKLAND (full band) NEW DATE ADDED
Friday July 9 - Galatos, AUCKLAND (full band) *sold out
Saturday July 24 - HB Showgrounds, HASTINGS (DJ set)
TICKETS ON SALE NOW - from www.flamingopier.net