Hectic Zebra by Headphones Jones
'Hectic Zebra' is a four-track exploration through Funk, Soul, Afrobeat and Latin music, featuring big horns, driving rhythms and punchy vocals. The EP was collaboratively written by the band and includes two instrumental and two vocal tracks.
Tracklist
| 1. | Snackfruit | 6:30 |
| 2. | Gym Junkie | 4:23 |
| 3. | Teach Me | 4:23 |
| 4. | Hectic Zebra | 4:58 |
| 5. | Gym Junkie (Radio Edit) | 4:04 |
Credits
released December 14, 2018
Mel Taylor – Vocals, Percussion
Will Larsen – Alto Sax
Tom Benson – Tenor Sax
Aidan Hodge – Baritone Sax
Ed Farrar – Trumpet
Josh Antmann – Guitar
Dan Tynan – Keyboard
Aaron Sokolic – Bass
Max Atkins – Drums
Sam Osborn Rassaby – Percussion
Carlos Meza – Guacharaca on Snackfruit
Liam Seymour as 'Johnny' on Gym Junkie
Maddy Kelly as 'Message Bank Lady' on Gym Junkie
All tracks written & produced by Headphones Jones
Assistant Producer - Philip Setton
Recorded and mixed by Niko Schäuble at Pughouse Studios
Additional recording and mastering by
Sam Osborn Rassaby at Sassaby Studios
& Field recordings in Havana, Cuba
Artwork by Sassaby
The band would like to thank our partners, friends and families who have supported us along the way, whether it be coming to our shows, hosting rehearsals, or providing ongoing encouragement – thank you!
Also thanks to:
Nathan Camilleri, Harrison Wade, Boaz Burns, Javier Fredes, Bryce Padovan & Jacinto, Emilio and Changuito in Cuba.
We would like to acknowledge that this EP was made on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, and pay our respects to their elders past, present and emerging.
Mel Taylor – Vocals, Percussion
Will Larsen – Alto Sax
Tom Benson – Tenor Sax
Aidan Hodge – Baritone Sax
Ed Farrar – Trumpet
Josh Antmann – Guitar
Dan Tynan – Keyboard
Aaron Sokolic – Bass
Max Atkins – Drums
Sam Osborn Rassaby – Percussion
Carlos Meza – Guacharaca on Snackfruit
Liam Seymour as 'Johnny' on Gym Junkie
Maddy Kelly as 'Message Bank Lady' on Gym Junkie
All tracks written & produced by Headphones Jones
Assistant Producer - Philip Setton
Recorded and mixed by Niko Schäuble at Pughouse Studios
Additional recording and mastering by
Sam Osborn Rassaby at Sassaby Studios
& Field recordings in Havana, Cuba
Artwork by Sassaby
The band would like to thank our partners, friends and families who have supported us along the way, whether it be coming to our shows, hosting rehearsals, or providing ongoing encouragement – thank you!
Also thanks to:
Nathan Camilleri, Harrison Wade, Boaz Burns, Javier Fredes, Bryce Padovan & Jacinto, Emilio and Changuito in Cuba.
We would like to acknowledge that this EP was made on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, and pay our respects to their elders past, present and emerging.
License
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Funk explorers with a mysterious past, Headphones Jones serve up tasty grooves with a blend of afrobeat and afro-latin flavours to create irresistible energy and a sweaty dance floor. Watch out for big horns, driving rhythms and punchy vocals. Pack your suitcase for adventure. Dress loud, dance hard.