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ON STEROIDS Arrives Worldwide – The Debut Album from World News 808909
Electronic hardware duo World News (AKA World News 808909) have released their debut album ON STEROIDS digitally worldwide today!
ON STEROIDS [SS130] is a pure electronic album that combines influences of electronica, alternative, house, techno and ambient music. It marks the 30th release from independent Toronto label, Safe Sounds.
The debut LP represents a point in time that saw World News experiment with their recording process and production, honing their craft which is grounded in improvisation. Over two years spent in the studio has resulted in a body of work that is as energetic and hypnotic as it is warm and reflective.
Inspired by the likes of The Chemical Brothers, Liars and LCD Soundsystem, ON STEROIDS is an exploration of texture. Layers of analogue synthesizers and drum machines combine with blended vocals and natural soundscapes for an electronic music that is both organic and immersive.
The single, HYPE, has arrived with a music video inspired by electro producers of the early 2000s.
You can now stream the debut album universe-wide. ON STEROIDS is also available on limited edition vinyl and CD. Both are available to purchase on the World News bandcamp.
ON STEROIDS tour continues as Vinyl & CD Announced!
World News have announced a string of live shows to celebrate their upcoming debut album – ON STEROIDS [SS130], which arrives digitally October 3rd.
The electronic cathedral that is Standard Time will host the vinyl release party in Toronto on September 25th. World News 808909 will be playing alongside Kali Horse (duo) and Assassin Bug. Limited Early Bird tickets are on sale now, exclusively via Resident Advisor, but be warned as prices double soon!!
Physical copies of the album, available on strictly limited edition /100 pink-lichen coloured vinyl and CD will be ready for purchase at all future shows. The digital release will hit the world wide web on October 3rd.
Keep scrolling down to check out the music video for HYPE, which is the only song released from ON STEROIDS so far. A special thanks to Exclaim! who first broke this news.
And what about the other places World News 808909 will be visiting?
24/09 HAMILTON
25/09 TORONTO
27/09 GUELPH
09/10 LONDON
10/10 SARNIA
11/10 TBA
You can keep up to date with World News' via their social media accounts which you'll find @worldnews808909.
World News premiere "HYPE" and announce debut album "ON STEROIDS"
World News (AKA World News 808909) are holding a premiere party today, Tues 12th August, at Houndstooth in Toronto for the new single – HYPE!
The music video was filmed on the Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa at tempratures lower than -30° and stars professional figure skater Ava Smale.
It's a vision from award-winning writer and director Brennan Martin who worked closely with World News to bring the video to life. Brennan has worked with the group previously, including the incredible Descenending music video.
Toronto electronic music duo World News (AKA World News 808909) combine influences of house, techno, ambient and alternative music. HYPE is the first music released from their upcoming debut album – ON STEROIDS.
ON STEROIDS [SS130] marks the 30th release from Safe Sounds and we're delighted to inform you that this will be a multi-format release including a limited edition run of Pink Lichen coloured vinyl, which are now available for preorder. The record will be released digitally September 25th 2025... but the records will ship sooner.
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