World News
WN 808909 with Déjà Vu Music Video for Single, MOVE ON ME
Toronto electronic hardware duo, World News 808909, have just released a brand new music video for the single MOVE ON ME... and it might just leave you with a sense of déjà vu!
That's right, the boys are back, this time shadowed by dance duo Diaz Das Gupta and Desiree Das Gupta, who appear in the music video fully suited and booted.
Have you ever... ever felt like this?
MOVE ON ME is a concept by World News, explained here by lead singer, Bill Cutbill –
"In a parallel universe where chimneys bellow and suits are mandatory, we trudge the earth in search of an ounce of hope."
"We would like to thank Jacob and Emily at Playhouse Cinema, Hamilton, for their generosity, not only in maintaining and running a historic entertainment space, but for allowing us to share it with them and encapsulate it in time within this video."
"Remember to support local, because culture is only forever if we fight for it, and it takes work from the people across the community to make it happen. That is the ounce of hope that we found and will continue to carry with us."
MOVE ON ME represents the first collaboration with videographer Colin Harrington since his memorable video for the 2020 single, Black Cat. This time he's assisted by Valentina Morelli – you may know the duo better as the music project MOONBEAN.
World News are hitting the long Ontario road with upcoming shows, and MOONBEAN will be joining them in Owen Sound.
Here's the lowdown –
APRIL 15 – TORONTO – MONARCH TAVERN
with DOOM GONG + JOSH PRYCE // TICKETS
APRIL 25 – OWEN SOUND – THE RUMPUS ROOM
with MOONBEAN // HELL YEAH
MAY 6 – OTTAWA – HOUSE OF TARG
with PUGGY BEALES // INFO
MAY 8 – MONTREAL – BRASSERIE BEAUBIEN
with CREATIVE SWEETS + PUGGY BEALES // NO WAY
MOVE ON ME is taken from World News' debut LP, ON STEROIDS, which marked the 30th release from independent collective Safe Sounds, which continues to operate with zero funding. This is what community is.
This is the third and final single to be released from the album, after HYPE and JELLYFISH.
You can support World News by purchasing a phsyical copy on limited edition Vinyl or CD, via their bandcamp... or even better, come to the show where not only will you avoid the extortionate shipping costs of the global mail service, but you'll also be able to barter World News down who are so desperate for your support and money that almost any offer will be accepted.
Peace, Love and Outer Space. ✌️🌎
WORLD NEWS PREMIERE JELLYFISH via EARMILK
In the dead of winter, World News 808909 are pleased to share a lush, summery music video for their electronic ballad, JELLYFISH.
Taken from the debut album, ON STEROIDS, the music video was filmed at a waterpark in industrial mecca Hamilton, Ontario.
You can read what EARMILK had to say here. Bill of World News talks through some of the lyrics and the thoughts they originate from.
The music video, which builds into the epic universe of World News, is the latest creative vision of Liam Magahay.
Speaking of the process, Liam mused -
“For me, the Jellyfish video was an exercise in improvisation and play; shooting solely on Go Pros was a deliberate choice to enhance these liberating conditions.”
“Basically, I wanted to hang out at the waterpark with my friends and let the video create itself in the process.”
The result is a whirlwind experience of turbulent and lush textures, underpinned by flailing limbs and joyous faces.
Flashback via YouTube to be taken down the rabbit hole
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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