Higher is the debut single from Melbourne band TAPES. It combines the like of Hiatus Kaiyote, Jordan Rakei, and Emily King in one saucy dish. Enjoy x

Higher

Stanky bass, phat drums, and sexy harmonies make this sassy revenge track from TAPES their most repeatable studio release so far. The song’s throbbing breakbeat is reminiscent of legendary drum breaks like the Honey Drippers and Melvin Bliss. Put that together with the half-time D’Angelo-esque bridge section and you’ve got yourself a fresh, dynamic banger you can jam to in the bedroom and on the dancefloor.

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'Hot Mess' is the newest single from Melbourne neo-soul band TAPES. Due for release on Friday 4th of December 2020. 

Hot Mess draws influence from artists such as Billy Davis and Tom Misch with boppy synth, catchy guitar hooks, and driving rhythms. Tapes recommends you enjoy this new tune in the sun with a beer and friends!

Hot Mess

In a world full of pandemics, wars, climate change, political division, and Soundcloud rappers, there is a beautiful sunbeam that shines through the clouds above Melbourne. This glorious beam of light illuminates the local music scene and warms the hearts of those woke enough to have the pleasure of experiencing it. This sunbeam is affectionately known as ‘Tapes’. 

Tapes emerged onto the Melbourne music scene in early 2018 projecting a widescreen vision of Neo-Soul, R&B, and Contemporary Pop. Their earlier releases ‘Higher’, and ‘9-5’ navigated a myriad of sonic tendencies, boasting infectious grooves and woozy soul. 

As the band have grown, their feel-good sound has grown also. Over the years, Tapes has settled into a well-defined groove. Much like the butt indentation of your dad’s Lazy Boy recliner. This groove is known as…‘Party Soul’.

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