abracadabra

Diving into decades of electronica, crunchy sound effects, field recordings and animal sounds, dosed with an infectious Latin influence, Oakland-based abracadabra’s most recent album ‘shapes & colors’ (out on Manchester, UK label Melodic) shimmies with the charismatic energy of Lizzy Mercier Descloux, the dub hits of Scientist, and the idiosyncrasies of Deerhoof. abracadabra, comprised of Chris Niles & Hannah Skelton, offers an unconventional alternative to traditional guitar pop chord progressions as they blend found sounds with danceable motifs.

‘shapes & colors’ has been described as “a mind-expanding experience, well worth the backwards time travel” (The Quietus). “If the fantasy of a King Tubby-produced Tom Tom Club floats your boat, then this infectious debut will surely hit the spot.” (Electronic Sound) and, it “Bristles with contemporary freshness and wonky charm” (Uncut). Their lead single ‘talk talk’ was a hit among the folks at the BBC, making its way onto The 6 Music Playlist.

Last year after releasing ‘shapes & colors’ they hit the road, touring to SXSW and supporting The Go! Team in the UK before embarking that winter on their first headline tour of Europe & the UK. This year they have stayed busy, sharing the stage with legends who inspired their sound such as ESG, Adrian Belew and Jerry Harrison.