Words: Linn Branson
Fast becoming one of our favourite bands from Down Under, synthpop trio SAFIA have just released the highly watchable video to new single 'Embracing Me', which came out a couple of weeks ago and featured in our weekly hot ten tracks.
Directed by Jimmy Ennett and written, performed and produced by the Canberra band - Ben Woolner-Kirkham, Michael Bell, Harry Sayers - the clip, set in an Amish-like community, where young live is blossoming between the two main characters, and seemingly against the wishes of the sect's preacherman, who apoears none too pleased.
This follow-up to 'Counting Sheep' blends Woolner-Kirkham's gorgeously rich and warming vocals, with a smooth wave of synth and vibrant beats with soulful ambience.
The band have already been over to the US recently to play some live dates; we really need them UK bound next! In the meantime, only those in Australia will have the chance to catch them live - though you had better move fast as they seem to be selling out rapidly - when the guys head out on tour throughout August/September. Check out the dates below the video.
JULY
25. Splendour in the Grass - Byron Bay | SOLD OUT
AUGUST
08. Beats In The Heat - Karratha | ALL AGES
15. Darwin Festival
20. Karova Lounge, Ballarat
21. Bended Elbow, Geelong
22. Corner Hotel, Melbourne | SOLD OUT
23. Corner Hotel, Melbourne | SOLD OUT
24. Corner Hotel, Melbourne
27. Wollongong Uni Bar, Wollongong
29. The Small Ballroom, Newcastle | SOLD OUT
30. The Small Ballroom, Newcastle
SEPTEMBER
02. Woolly Mammoth, Brisbane
03. Woolly Mammoth, Brisbane | SOLD OUT
04. The Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
10. The Factory Theatre, Sydney | ALL AGES
11. The Factory Theatre, Sydney | ALL AGES | SOLD OUT
12. ANU Bar, Canberra
18. Fowlers Live, Adelaide | ALL AGES
19. Amplifier Bar, Perth
20. Mojo’s Bar, Fremantle
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