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Hot New Talent Alert: Formatic
A synth wiz brother plus a photogenic singing sister equals a hot new talent alert. Emerging electro duo Formatic are London siblings Kate and Nick Hodges. The group's web site states that they grew up "in a musical family" and "learned to play and compose at an early age but only started writing and recording together relatively recently."
The strength of Formatic's music lies in its no fuss productions. The duo's songs primarily rely on synth drums, keyboard and Kate's frolicy vocals. Take for example "Jump The Gun Again," a Blondie-esque pop tune with love-obsessed lyrics drenched in a hooky synth melody. Also, check out the haunting "In One Ear" and the high-energy "Bad Gateway" with its crazy fun chorus.
Formatic first emerged in 2005 when their vinyl-only release "Over To You" hit clubs late 2005. The song was part of a 5 track EP that was partly produced with the help of Dave Bascombe who previously assisted Depeche Mode and Peter Gabriel. Currently, the duo is working on new material that is slated to be released later this year. (Click here to download Formatic music at 24Music.)
Stream Formatic songs [MySpace]
May 24, 2006 in Audio Streams | Permalink
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Great stuff!
Posted by: asiak at May 24, 2006 3:11:28 PM
Plus I think the brother is equally photogenic. :)
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Posted by: Earn money calling! at Jun 10, 2006 9:53:26 PM
I know Nik hodges since 1991.He is God gifted, hard working and comitted to his work.I am sure Soon he will be #ONE.
Me and my kids are his Number one fans.
Nik Keep it up.We all love you and your music.
Nas
Posted by: Nasir Kashmiri at Mar 1, 2008 4:45:14 AM
I know this Guy "Nasir Kashmiri" since he was born. he is a Crook & criminal. He fled the UK, after Bank & credit Card frauds. He lies about knowing NIK, Nasir is a Big Liar, he has defrauded too many people in UK & has his arrest warrents active there. Whatever he say, never trust him. He has left a number of "Harami" (illegitimate kids behind in UK, Germany, Austria & Belgium. So be careful before you deal with this guy.
Posted by: Maharaja at Oct 26, 2008 9:51:21 AM
I am sure you dont know this guy Nasir Kashmiri.
You must be a criminal if you are posting such rude and disgusting words against Nas.
I know Nas very well.Nice and cool guy.
I know you also soon you will be facing a defamation suit agaist you.
How you can insult some one like that.
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Posted by: Maharaja at Feb 11, 2009 8:09:17 PM
Hey so-called Andy Simper. I know you very well who the hell you are. Looks like that you were part of the Gang that was busted with along with Nasir Kashmiri for the Credit Cards, Bank & Money Fraud in Liverpoole. I am providing your IP address to the Law enforcement so they can get you along with your buddy NAS, so you can enjoy time in a 12 X 12 cell along with your COOL & nice Buddy NAS. Just pack your bag & get ready, wait for the knock at your door.
Posted by: Maharaja at Feb 11, 2009 8:11:45 PM
