K.K. Electronics (electronic band)
K.K. Electronics | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | K.K. Electronics |
| Origin | Holland |
| Genres | Electronic music |
| Instrument(s) | Drum machine, FL Studio, midi keyboard, synth |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Labels | AstraSound |
| Website | kkelectronics |
K.K. Electronics is a Holland electronic music project founded in 2003 that presents itself as if they were run by a pair of aliens playing synthesizer music on analog vintage synthesizers. In their work they use real noises from the universe, data from the Hubble telescope translated into sound.[1][2]
The project is also engaged in photography and painting, many projects become participants of festivals in different countries.[3]
In May 2023, the project was honored at the IndieFEST Film Awards for its music video[4][5], and was also included in the festival's official selection of experimental, dance and music films.[6]
Ratings and reviews
[edit]Bunker Music Magazine
[edit]In 2023, the music magazine Bunker reviewed the project, saying[3]:
Released single We Must Arm (By Winston Churchill)", the music video is based on a mix of old movie excerpts, political speeches and modern animation of alien visitors who want to take over our planet, but are only scouting the situation and the current mood of society. If you like experimental music, modern electro-pop and eccentric external images, you will definitely like this band. When you meet them, be ready for a complete immersion into another world, where the boundaries of reality and fiction are washed away under the influence of rhythmic and positive music!
— Bunker magazine
The magazine also added that as a kind of mascots K.K..Electronics chose the images of two aliens in their costumes the band members themselves are shown in the video "Come on Baby". In it, the simplest people try on virtual reality glasses[3], emotionally perceiving a new experience for them and traveling through fantastic worlds and other planets, while their reactions are investigated by representatives of other civilizations themselves.[3]
Music magazine sorock.ru
[edit]In 2023, the magazine described the music project itself, saying[7]:
The musical style is like a futuristic soundscape, where electro-pop serves as the basis for the presentation of space characters. Clear musical rhythm shaping synthesized bass and electronic beats, creating a sound that literally makes the body move to the beat. Using state-of-the-art music software and equipment, they create multi-dimensional soundscapes that literally immerse the listener in their cosmic world.
— Music magazine sorock.ru
The review also added that equally impressive are their images. Space suits and alien makeup are an integral attribute of their art. It certainly adds to their charm and magnetism.[7]
The "We Must Arm (By Winston Churchill)" video offers viewers an unexpected twist as it mixes old movies, political news clips, and animated extraterrestrial beings. As you can see, the band's songs are not limited to the outer shell and rhythmic electronic music. Their videos are ambiguous and heartfelt, deeply philosophical and socially witty, sometimes ironic and sarcastic, which makes their work even more valuable. K.K. Electronics deserve the attention of all fans of modern electronic music and creative approach to music videos.
Musical instruments
[edit]- Drum machine
- FL Studio
- MIDI keyboard
- Synthesizer
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]| Year | Name | Info |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CARBON BASED MUSIC[8] |
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Singles
[edit]| Year | Name | Ref. |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Good Morning Tokyo 2.0 | [9] |
| Through the Star | [10] | |
| 2022 | Someday Sometime Na Na | [11] |
| We Must Arm (By Winston Churchill) | [12] | |
| 2023 | Come on Baby | [13] |
| What a Lovely Day! | [14] | |
| Watch Emily Play (L'éternité) | [15] | |
| Hurt You | [16] |
Radio Edit
[edit]- Someday Sometime Na Na (Radio Edit) (2022)[17]
Labels
[edit]Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Composition | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Los Angeles Film Awards | Good morning Tokyo 2.0 | Nominated | [20] |
| Video Art & Experimental Film Festival | Nominated | |||
| INTERNATIONAL MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS FESTIVAL | Through the Star | Nominated | ||
| International Sound Future Awards 2022 | Nominated | |||
| Rome Music Video Awards Festival | Nominated | [21] | ||
| Munich Music Video Awards Festival | Nominated | [22] | ||
| L.A. Sci-Fi & Media Festiva | Won | [23] | ||
| Experimental Dance & Music Film Festival | Won | [24] | ||
| 2023 | HALO International Film Festiva | We Must Arm (by Winston Churchill) | Won | [25] |
| IndieFest Film Award | Won | |||
| Sofia Art Film Awards | Honorable Mention | [26] | ||
| SIFA Gala 2023 | What a Lovely Day! | Nominated | [27] | |
| FUTURE OF FILM AWARDS | Won | [28][29] | ||
| Creative Photo Awards 2023 | Won | [30] | ||
| Hollywood Discovery Awards | Won | [31] |
References
[edit]- ^ "IndieFEST Film Awards". mirfest.com. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ Taylor, Trey (April 24, 2018). "Electronic musician". Interview Magazine. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ a b c d "Review of the electronic music project K.K. Electronics". Bunker Music Magazine. July 14, 2023.
- ^ "IndieFEST Film Awards". Festagent. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Winners May 2023". theindiefest.com. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "The IndieFEST Film Awards Announces Latest Winners! August 2023". filmfestivals.programmescrack.com. September 5, 2023. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ a b ру, Сорок. "Медиа комьюнити sorock.ru". sorock.ru (in Russian). Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ Альбом «CARBON BASED MUSIC» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), January 1, 2003, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «Good Morning Tokyo 2.0 – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), August 13, 2021, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «Through the Star – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), August 25, 2021, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «Someday Sometime Na Na – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), August 1, 2022, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «We Must Arm (By Winston Churchill) – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), November 29, 2022, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «Come on Baby – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), January 16, 2023, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «What a Lovely Day! – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), April 28, 2023, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «Watch Emily Play (L'éternité) – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), September 13, 2023, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «Hurt You – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), October 22, 2023, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Альбом «Someday Sometime Na Na (Radio Edit) – Single» (K.K. Electronics) (in Russian), November 21, 2022, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ "The Most Influential Electronic Music Pioneers". Ranker. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Meshok". meshok.net. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Winners". LA Film Awards. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Music Video | Rome Music Video Awards | Rome". RomeMVA (in Slovak). Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Music Video | Munich Music Video Awards | Munich". Munchen music awards (in Slovak). Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "LA Sci-Fi Film Festival". LA Film Festivals. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Experimental Film & Music Video Festival". Experimental Film & Music Video Festival. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "HIFF". halofest.tilda.ws. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ Awards, Sofia Art Film. "Sofia Art Film Awards". Sofia Art Film Awards. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Scandinavian International Film Awards". Scandinavian Film (in Dutch). Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Awards", The Encyclopedia of British Film, Manchester University Press, March 31, 2021, retrieved October 31, 2023
- ^ Awards, Future of Film. "Future of Film Awards". Future of Film Awards. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ Venturi, Gabriele. "Prizes | Creative Photo Awards". creative.sienawards.com. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Winners". Hollywood Discovery. Retrieved October 31, 2023.