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"Feels like Valerie Dore, The Knife and Savage wrapped up in a bundle”, Linda Margliano, Triple j Following on from last year's euphoric taster track Wooden Castle, Adelaide duo Nakatomi have reached a new pinnacle with their outstanding self-titled EP. Amassing an ever-growing fanbase for their stellar songs and high energy live show, Nakatomi have emerged as Australia's most exciting future-pop duo – earning their place as one of the premier acts in a talent-rich city. Featuring the fully-charged vocals of Em Smart, Nakatomi craftily blend modern dance with retro synths, creating a huge hook-laden sound that is equal parts progressive and nostalgic. As they seamlessly espouse '80s nu wave with '90s grunge (with a liberal helping of modern electro pop) Smart and musical partner Hamish Cox prove themselves to be outstanding songwriters. Nominated as ‘Best New Artist’ (2016) and 'Most Popular Electronic Artist' (2017) at the SA Music Awards, Nakatomi have clearly made an impression