Announces Australian and Japan tour dates
October 26, 2019
Chasing a drive for evolution, RACKETT returns with a vibrant new single in ‘Machinations’ – the first step into the spotlight shining on a new musical chapter. Announcing new Australian dates, as well as a debut tour of Japan, RACKETT is ready to introduce fans to some hectic new sounds.
Packing the eccentricity and punk attitude of artists including Robyn and CSS, with the glitchy electro-rock that has made bands like the Yeah Yeah Yeahs so beloved with indie and rock fans alike, the new sound from RACKETT is bright and fresh.
As musician Rebecca Callander navigates a wild and unrestrained sonic terrain, ‘Machinations’ is a strong statement of intent. RACKETT is redefined and ready to thrive.
Listen to ‘Machinations’
‘Machinations’ came to life in Sydney, with Callander working closely with longtime collaborator, Dave Hammer (Jeffe, Washington, Lime Cordiale, Thundamentals) . Mastered by Chris Gehringer(St. Vincent, Rihanna), ‘Machinations’ came to fruition at the hands of some of the best.
“RACKETT has always been evolving. Amidst the moving parts, one thing has always been consistent, my love of music and my desire to connect with others. It’s taken a lot of resistance to stay off stage and commit to redefining RACKETT and I’m so pumped to finally share this.” Rebecca Callander
Now, as Callander looks down the barrel of a brand new chapter of RACKETT’s journey with anticipation at fever pitch, in the best possible sense.
Heading to Japan for the first time this October, RACKETT’s pilgrimage to the centre of alternative, forward-thinking culture, technology and fashion is one that has been a long time coming.
“I needed to see neon. I needed to go to a place as close to what I imagined the music to be; quirky, compact energy. I want to show my music where it was born. In my mind, there is a neon-lit, digital future with synthetic fruit and I think Japan is the closest place to that.”
Rebecca Callander
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PRAISE FOR RACKETT
“Huge fan of this shimmering glitter fun. You can’t help but boogie to this and feel absolutely quirky.”
Triple J Unearthed, Claire Mooney
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“Bubbles with an equal swaying, smiling innocence and poignant, poetic lines…”
Rolling Stone Australia
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“RACKETT came from out of nowhere. Like a goddamn meteor shower, they hammered down on the local music scene with a ferocity that immediately earned them slots on some of the country’s biggest stages.”
Happy Magazine
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“It’s a full body experience for all involved as Callander flips the bird at every boundary that might appear to be in her way. The stage is too small? No problem – join the mosh. Too hot? Take your clothes off. Eyeliner running? All the better.”
The Music
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“A thrilling live show, which was founded on technical proficiency and a powerful sound.”
The Daily Telegraph
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RACKETT ‘MACHINATIONS’ JAPAN TOUR DATES
Wednesday October 23rd Baysis Yokohama
Thursday October 24th Babel Tachikawa
Friday October 25th Heavens Door
Tuesday October 29th Den Atsu Higashi-Koenji
Thursday October 31st Club Goodman Akihibara
Friday November 1st Live Freak Shinjuku
Saturday November 2nd NOB Shibuya
Sunday November 3rd Live Freak Shinjuku
Tuesday November 5th Music Farm Nagoya
Wednesday November 6th Arthouse Kobe
Thursday November 7th MOJO Kyoto
Friday November 8th Sengokutaku Daitouryou Osaka
SaturdayNovember 9th Alchemy Kobe
Monday November 11th Gattaca Kyoto
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RACKETT ‘MACHINATIONS’ AUSTRALIAN LAUNCH DATES
Saturday November 16th The Chippendale Sydney
Morgana Osaki, Malys Tickets
Friday November 22nd Pride of Our Footscray Melbourne
Queens of Club, Copper Feel Tickets
Machinations is out now.
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