11 July 2023 - 0 Comments
Departure Lounge was written in Wellington Airport shortly after the COVID Lockdowns lifted and domestic flights resumed. It sets the scene of a DJ playing a set to a seemingly oblivious crowd, which did not bother him at all- that DJ was in the zone, vibing to the music. The song encourages the listener to find an outlet that you are truly passionate about and connect with it fully, no matter if others vibe it or not. It is a horn-led groove on top of a hip hop beat, paying homage to the Reggae/Roots genres.
Departure Lounge was recorded and produced by Nate Sowter at Link Flamingo Studios (Sophie Maude, Matty Buxton, Deadbeat, Smurgy).
No Reply formed in 2022 as a ska cover band playing their favourite hits from the 90’s and 2000’s. Practices turned into jams of original music and the collaborative process blossomed. No Reply tries to emphasise the magic of the horn section with catchy pop melodies.
“We’re a group of friends who find in joy in the music we create. We hope to inspire our kids, and other people, to find a creative outlet that connects body with soul”
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