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The Presets live at Paradiso

Fabchannel — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:55:12 GMT

Australian electro duo The Presets consists of Julian Hamilton (vocals, programming and keys) and Kimberly Moyes (drums, programming and keys). Starting out in the sleaziest clubs of Sydney, they slowly but steadily worked their way up the ladder to top the Australian album charts and tour with the likes of 2manyDJ's and Daft Punk.

According to their bio The Presets fit 'snugly between Pet Shop Boys and Elvis Presley'. But one might also describe The Presets' music as dark futuristic pounding electro music.

Julian and Kimberly first met each other at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, studying Beethoven by day and dancing to New Order and The Smiths by night.

After several successful EP's, The Presets were signed by Modular Recordings in 2003, home of a.o. Wolfmother, Cut Copy and The Avalanches. In 2005 they finally released their full-length debut 'Beams', including dancefloor killers like 'Down Down Down' and 'Are You The One?'.

The Presets broke through internationally. Three years of extensive touring followed, bringing them to all corners of the globe. This experience became the main input for the band's follow-up album 'Apocalypso' (2008). 'Apocalypso' brought forth hits like 'My People' and 'This Boy's In Love'.

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Elbow live at Paradiso

Fabchannel — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:30:20 GMT

Elbow is a Manchester based indie pop/rock band. Its music can be placed somewhere between Radiohead and Coldplay. Over the years Elbow's innovative sound and candid and evocative lyrics have been praised by the likes of Blur, R.E.M, U2 and John Cale.

Lead singer Guy Garvey met guitarist Mark Potter at college in 1990, who was in a band with drummer Richard Jupp and bassist Pete Turner. Guy joined the band, and so did Mark's brother Craig. At first they called themselves Mr. Soft, which was later changed to Soft and finally into Elbow.

Elbow's first three EP's were given extensive airplay on BBC Radio 1. In 2001 their debut album 'Asleep In The Back' was released on V2 and gained them several award nominations (a.o. for the NME and Brit Awards). 'Cast of Thousands' (2003) and 'Leaders Of The Free World' (2005) followed.

The fourth Elbow record 'The Seldom Seen Kid' was issued in March 2008. The British quintet recorded this record without any help from outside the band. For this album they were rewarded with the Mercury Prize 2008.

Of Montreal - Live in Concert (New in Fabchannel archive!)

Fabchannel — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 15:29:47 GMT

Watch the recent Amsterdam gig of these Montreal Indie rockers!

Of Montreal is an American indie pop band from Florida, formed by frontman and glam rock icon Kevin Barnes. The band is named after Kevin's failed relationship in Montreal.
Of Montreal's debut album 'Cherry Peel' came out in 1997, followed by 'The Gay Parade' in 1998. 'Aldhils Arboretum' (2002) was the start of a change in their sound. It became much more danceable, structured and the use of electronica increased.
The band's performance is not only known for its high level of dance-abiltiy, but also for its visual effects and the many costume changes of the group.
Their latest album is called 'Hissing Fauna, Are You The Destroyer' and was released in 2007.

The View - Live @ the Paradiso (full-length concert video)

Fabchannel — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:51:29 GMT

Already the second gig of these guys we've recorded this year! But eey, the four lads from Dundee, Scotland just keep on rocking.
Check for yourself in the videos below. I've posted both gigs. Let me know which one you prefer!
enjoy!

3 x Bright Eyes - Live in Concert

Fabchannel — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 17:15:56 GMT

One of the greatest songwriters of the last decade if you ask me. So it's not strange that we find three of his concerts in the Fabchannel archive.

Listen, Watch and Enjoy! Bright Eyes!

Fabchannel.com Must See: Fiction Plane - Live in Concert (full concert video)

Fabchannel — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 11:01:32 GMT

Make sure to check out this concert of Fiction Plane. The singer/bassist might look familiar... yes, it's Sting's son! So it's clear where he got his talent from.

Fabchannel.com Must See: Paul Weller - Live in Concert (full concert video)

Fabchannel — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 10:47:50 GMT

Check out his amazing performace at the Paradiso in Amsterdam!

Singer/songwriter Paul Weller, born John William Weller in 1958, is one of the most influential figures in British pop music. Together with Ocean Colour Scene guitarist Steve Cradock, he will give a special and intimate show at the Paradiso.
The world got to know Paul Weller as frontman of The Jam ('75 – '82), the most popular band of the punk era. Looking for new musical challenges he disbanded The Jam and formed The Style Council ('83 – '90) in 1983. In the 90's Weller started his solo career, first as The Paul Weller Movement and later on simply as Paul Weller.

Saybia - Live @ Paradiso (full-concert video)

Fabchannel — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 10:34:37 GMT

We've just added the entire recording of Saybia's Paradiso, Amsterdam concert to our archive. Specially for all you moggers also on MOG.

A few of Fabchannel's finest moments of live music

Fabchannel — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 12:11:27 GMT