Former Kasabian guitarist and founder member Chris Karloff returns with his new band Black Onassis.
Karloff, who parted ways with Kasabian in 2006, relocated to New York City and has joined forces with local musician Nick Forde on the new adventure which also features a number of guest vocalists like Liela Moss of The Duke Spirit, Morgan Kibby of M83, Ben Gautrey of the Cooper Temple Clause and Steven Young of The Black Marquee.
Black Onassis will release their debut album 'Desensitized' on September 23 through Minus Man Records.
Reflecting the sound of his new project, Karloff said: "Electronic music to me is surprisingly soulful, there is a warmth that comes from the simplicity of sounds, something inconspicuously expressive and emotional. Growing up it was everywhere. Artists like Vangelis, Kraftwerk, The Prodigy and Tangerine Dream were massive influences on the songs I wrote with Kasabian, and even more so now. But rock music has always played a massive role as well, and I’m inspired by artists like Jimi Hendrix, Primal Scream and Nirvana. I try to fuse these two worlds to create the kind of music I want to listen to."
"Working with multiple singers makes writing every track a unique experience, a new musical adventure. A voice can change the whole dynamic of a song, and it’s really freeing and feels limitless to write without being constrained by the vocal abilities or stylings of one person." He added.
The band have also revealed their first single titled "Brain" (featuring Ben Gautrey), which is now part of our current playlist www.koolrockradio.com.
Listen to the track below.
Website: http://blackonassis.com
