The Escalators
Escalators were born within Suburban Sydney, mashing together a bunch of eclectic influences. Through summer sun and storms a number of 80s inspired new wave tracks rose to the surface. Part through a desire to revive the genre for our own listening and part through an experimentation of funky guitars, brass and deep vocals. We're still not quite sure what we have created.
With more grooves than a record store, The Escalators tip their fedoras to the sophistication of Swing, the funk of New Orleans, & the rhythmic pulse of Jamaica. Latest Release "One Wave (Free The Funk)" is a saltwater-rocksteady anthem to bring some much needed sunshine to the darkness of the mental health struggle, and increase awareness of the OneWave community. Recognition #1 on the Triple J Unearthed ‘Roots’ Chart (Feb 2016) with "Open Fire'' #1 on the Triple J Unearthed ‘Roots’ Chart (April 2017) with "One Wave (Free The Funk)" Jazz Artist of the Year 2016 Australian Independent Music Awards (MusicOz) Finalists: Best Blues & Roots Song Best Video Best Instrumental Song Australian Independent Music Awards (MusicOz) Releases Kicking off in 2014 with 'Felix' (iTunes, Spotify, CD) an album of classic jazz standards given 'like a version' treatment, The Escalators gave a nod to their musical roots & hint of the future. 2015/2016 produced an EP of originals ‘From The Hip’ (iTunes,
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