There's a new groove in town as [PROPAGANDA KLANN] hits the airwaves and the WWW.
[collective]: 1. formed by collection
[klann]: 1. association of lineages which have certain interests in common, as organisation of marriage, land, common teritory, ceremony.....
The sound is a little bit Massive Attack, a little bit Beastie Boys, ROOTS, PROBOT even, and distinctly Australian. Based in Melbourne the [PROPAGANDA KLANN] make their headquarters and their hits in Melbourne @ Slamm Cell's BUNKER 29, 4/41, 35, although have moved to Bribie Island.
As seen at LIVID 99
As seen at CORROBOREE 2000 SYDNEY & MELBOURNE
As heard on JJJ - Live at the Wireless 2001.
Bless Ya Blak Arts - 2003
St Kilda Festival 2004.
As seen and heard (loud yet subtle) @ The Dreaming Festival (Winter Woodford) 2005
Yalukit Wilam Ngargee - Melbourne - 2006
Tribal Expressions 2006 (Melbourne Commonwealth Games)
Brisbane Big Sound Showcases 2007.
April Nuclear Fools Day Rally 2008
MONA FOMA FESTIVAL 2009
The Dreaming Festival 2010
'... a melodic slice of powerful electronica! - Jeff jenkins
'... a signature P-Klann sound, which is best described as a techno collision of hip-hop and drum 'n' bass, with a myriad of Aboriginal influences....' - DEADLY VIBE
'... indigenous social tones...inspired sonic artscapes...evocative!..' - Timeoff
'.... a terrific live at the Wireless...' - Richard Kingsmill - JJJ
Propaganda Klann - whose take on on the hip-hop, pop, rock genres has been praised for its ability to stand out as distinctly Australian and tackle relevant political issues.... - Beat Magazine - Oct - 05
'.... ancient sounds combined with the rhythms of new technology, smart lyrics and deadly production values to result in some of the newest amd best contemporary music currently being laid down...' - Koorimail
"Yet another new Australian outfit to watch out for, Progaganda Klann are possibly the first truly Australian sounding rap based outfit,melding a strong tradition of Aboriginal/Australian music with kicking rhythms, production know-how and political/social clout."
Propaganda Klann, "...a bunch of lads from Melbourne who are big on grooves and distinctly Australian themed raps. A combination of good time funk �n roll and indigenous/political issues..."
'...stands out in its attack!..' - Timeoff
'.... Propaganda Klann have developed their own style over the last two years, and have consolidated a genuine Australian expression ...'
P-KLANN Mix-Mastering have also been heard on Christine Anu's 'Jump to Love' remix for FMR.
P-KLANN Mix-Mastering have also been heard on the recent "BONDI TSUNAMI" Soundtrack.
P-KLANN Mix-Mastering have also been heard on the recent "MONEYSHOT" Soundtrack.
P-KLANN Mix-Mastering have also been heard on the recent "MY COUNTRY" Soundtrack.
PK-1 - The production Team behind TONCHI's - FIRESTONE and King Kadu's - 'Listen to my Drum'.
Listen to my Drum was nominated for 3 Deadly Awards 2003.
Mr President was nominated for a Deadly Award in 99.
P-KLANN Mix-Mastering have also been heard on the "INTENTCITY" production @ SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE. (sept 2004)