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Background Story

Dear all,

Finally the music video for “Panic Bells” is here. Thanks to everyone who has already given us great feedback and shared the link around – we are truly humbled about your reactions. The full credits and links are near the bottom, but here’s a brief story on how it all came together:

In late 2008, Alek Janev heard a demo version of “Panic Bells” online and almost instantly developed a concept in his head, and approached Ivan (nsu) about the idea of creating a video for the song. In January ’09, on his return from UK, Alek met up with Ivan to discuss the concept and plan of attack, together with Iain Hamilton-Gates. We twice failed to obtain the funding for the project, but in all fairness to NZ On Air, “Panic Bells” isn’t a song with strong commercial potential, so we weren’t feeling hard done-by. Regardless of the financial situation, the team was determined to make the video happen, no matter how long it took. The process taught us how to be resourceful, and made us appreciate the sacrifices we were all putting in for each other.

It wasn’t until June that filming started, and our 5 shoots were finally completed in September, with Tara O’Brien finally making an acting appearance on that last day. It took over 5 hours for Saul Barnes to apply the special effects make-up to Tara, compared with about 3 hours of filming the actual scenes.

Undoubtedly, most time was spent in editing and post-production, with Alek taking on the mammoth task of creating virtual sets to apply to the green-screen shots, learning many of the techniques along the way. His approach ensured that the scenes he envisioned before the shooting began, made it onto the final video.

After almost 40 hours of shooting in front of a green screen, as well as in the darkness of central Auckland alleyways and carparks, and over 6 months of late nights in post-production, not to mention the time it took to plan and organise the people, the equipment and the resources involved, it’s finally here… and we are very proud, to say the least – it is incredibly satisfying and rewarding to see it all come together.

So, if you have a YouTube (or Vimeo account), and you agree that this is an impressive piece of work, could you please take the time to rate (and comment) on the video. We’d love to hear it!

YouTube (HD) | Vimeo (HD) | Behind the scenes pics | Pictures from the launch gig

Your support means so much to us. Thank you for taking the time!

Release Party

A quick “thank you” to all who came along to the “Panic Bells” video & remix single launch party – we were delighted to be able to share our achievements with you. Special mention to all the performers on the night – Bromide Dub (Kerry Adams), AP3X (Shane Willis), Romantech (Matt Turner), D.I.S.H.A (Ivan Ivanović) & Macros (Malcolm Burgess).

Credits

Starring
Ivan Vuković
Tara O’Brien

Director / Editor / Visual Effects
Aleksandar Janev

Producer / DOP
Iain Hamilton-Gates

Special Effects Make-up
Saul Barnes

Special Thanks to
Karl Howe
Carlota Sanchez
Marianna Salvini
Danielle Maurice
Nina Gastreich
+ EVERYONE who was at the premiere @ Galatos Lounge – Apr 22nd, ’10

“Panic Bells” is taken from the “Escape” EP (NCMR002EP), out now on newclear Music. Available from Beat Merchants, Conch, Marbecks, iTunes, JunoDownload.com, Amplifier.co.nz and other digital retailers.

“Panic Bells” – remixes by AP3X and Bromide Dub (NCMR003DS) – out now on newclear Music. Available from iTunes, JunoDownload.com, Amplifier.co.nz and other digital retailers.

Panic Bells - Remixes

The first release of 2010 for nsu is the “Panic Bells” remix single, which comes with a pair of quality cuts by two of Auckland’s most rated producers. First up is a dark, grimey and percussive dubstep mix courtesy of AP3X, while on the flip-side, Bromide Dub delivers his so-called signature “menace-funk” rework, rinsing several key elements from the original version.

The single release is accompanied by the “Panic Bells” music video, directed by Aleksandar Janev (see here for premiere night in Auckland!).

The remix single is available now in digital (MP3) format from Bandcamp, iTunes, JunoDownload.com, Amplifier.co.nz, AmazonMP3 and other online retailers.

“Panic Bells” is taken from the “Escape” EP (NCMR002EP), out now.

Listen to the previews of the remix single below:

nsu – Panic Bells – Remixes – NCMR003DS
1. AP3X Remix 5:05
2. Bromide Dub Remix 5:51

PANIC BELLS - nsu Video Premiere & Single Release Party - Apr 22, Galatos Lounge

To celebrate the release of the “Panic Bells” remix single and the music video (directed by Aleksandar Janev), newclear Music is proud to present:

Panic Bells - Remixes - Out 19.04.10

PANIC BELLS – VIDEO PREMIERE & SINGLE RELEASE PARTY
THU 22.04.10 @ GALATOS LOUNGE, GALATOS ST, AKL

Featuring performances by:

- Bromide Dub (live)
- AP3X
- nsu (live)
- Romantech
- D.I.S.H.A B2B Macros

FREE entry, Doors Open 8pm

We will be showing the music video for “Panic Bells” for the first time on the night – Make sure you’re there to help us celebrate!

Preview the remix single, featuring cuts by AP3X & Bromide Dub (out April 19) by listening here.

SEE. YOU. THERE. (Click here for Facebook Event Invite)

Bromide Dub Live @ ESCAPE

Panic Bells Remix Single – Coming Soon

The next official release will be the digital-only single with remixes of “Panic Bells” by AP3X and Bromide Dub. The single will accompany the “Panic Bells” music video, directed by Aleksandar Janev, which was shot in the second half of 2009 and is nearing the end of post-production. You can take a listen to the remixes in the player below.

"Panic Bells" Video - Behind the scenes

The single and video are expected to be out in late April, and the remixes will be available for purchase through the usual online retailers. ”Panic Bells” is taken from the Escape EP, and features Wellington’s Siknik on vocals.

Escape EP Release

Thanks to everyone who turned out to the Escape Release Party at Rising Sun in December – what an amazing night! Some photos from the evening are here and you can watch the highlights of nsu live set below.

You can also see a short snippet of the Bromide Dub live performance on YouTube and you can listen to the live recordings of the nsu set now on SoundCloud.

nsu Live @ ESCAPE

Massive thanks to all the amazing people who helped out behind the scenes. Huge respect to Bromide Dub, Soul Science, Stray Theories, Squeezer, emu, D.I.S.H.A, Shane Hollands, jus8ken, and Micah D. Wolfe for amazing performances on the night.

Big ups to Dave Underwood for providing visuals, Karl Howe for capturing the audio, Kerry Adams for secondary footage and Alek Janev for primary footage and masterful editing. Big up ya chest!

Last but not least: To the crowd: You made this night unforgettable – my eternal gratitude for your support!

Escape EP is out now.

UP FM Turns 8!

UP FM 8th Birthday – nsu B2B DJ Set

This Saturday 27th of March, UP FM, (where nsu, along with D.I.S.H.A & Romantech, hosts the Beat Dungeon Radio show, promoting NZ electronic music) is turning 8 years old, and to help celebrate, nsu will be playing a Back-to-Back DJ set with D.I.S.H.A and the X Squared crew at Fu Bar, at 10pm. For full details of the event, which takes place across three zones, click here.

You can now also join the Beat Dungeon Radio fanpage on Facebook to stay up-to-date with playlists, show recordings, artists features and releases. Click here for the nsu fanpage on Facebook.

Darkness Video

Could there be a better compliment? Zac Blair, aka DJ Jimmy Olsen downloaded an older nsu number, got inspired by it, and made a video for it. Watch right through to the end – it’s not just a pretty swirly light-show. Thanks Zac! (“Darkness” is available as free download from here)

Delicious Music NZ

Free nsu Downloads on Delicious Music

Last week, Delicious Music re-launched their new site to promote NZ produced electronic music. Registered users of the site can grab the latest free downloads from Delicious artists.

You can also check nsu’s profile, where we’ve just uploaded the instrumental version of “Upside Down” as a free download, amongst a few other tracks.

Zac Blair (aka the incredible DJ Jimmy Olsen) was so inspired by an older ambient nsu number, he made a video for it. Watch right through to the end – it’s not just a pretty swirly light-show. Massive thanks to Zac! (“Darkness” is available as a free download from here.

A 10 minute video reel featuring parts of nsu’s live set at Rising Sun, from the release party for his new EP “Escape” (Out now!).

Escape EP

“Escape” is the latest release by nsu, a 5 track EP featuring collaborations with Siknik (vocals – Wellington), JR Trap (vocals – ND, USA), and Lost in Japan (guitar – Iceland) – A moody collection of electronic-based pieces, spanning several styles and representing a sonic journey from darkness to light.

The EP is available now as in CD and MP3 formats from Amplifier. MP3′s are also available on Bandcamp, Apple iTunes, Juno Download, AmazonMP3, and other online retailers.

You can also purchase the CD directly from newclear music – see the newclear store for details on how to make your order.

Listen to previews of the EP below:

nsu – Escape EP – NCMR002EP
1. Broken Mirror (Intro) 2:52
2. Panic Bells feat. Siknik 5:23
3. Discordia 5:47
4. Upside Down feat. JR Trap 5:20
5. Sixteen 786 feat. Lost in Japan 4:41

E S C A P E - nsu EP Release Party - Dec 12, Rising Sun

In celebration of the forthcoming “Escape” EP by nsu, newclear Music, Beat Dungeon Radio and UP FM are proud to present:

Escape EP - Out 12.12.09

E S C A P E - EP RELEASE PARTY
SAT 12.12.09 @ RISING SUN, 373 K RD

Featuring performances by:

• nsu (live)
• Bromide Dub (live)
• Soul Science (Romantech B2B Control)
• Stray Theories (live) [Timaru]
• Squeezer (live)
• emu (live) [Melbourne]
• D.I.S.H.A

with special appearances by:

• Shane Hollands (beat poetry)
• Micah D Wolfe (saxophone)

Entry by Koha (Donation)
Free before 10pm, Doors Open 8pm

Copies of the new “Escape” EP will be available for purchase on the door. Preview the EP by listening at this location:

Unique live electronic music line-up; Full spectrum: From breakbeat to downbeat, tech house and drum and bass to dubstep and IDM; Mad jams and improvs; Good vibes;

With thanks to:

• Kurb Promotions
• Winteractiv
• UP FM 107.5

Escape – New EP from nsu, out in December!

newclear Music is pleased to announce the release of new nsu work, in the form of the 5-track “Escape” EP, due out December 12th, 2009. The EP consinsts of original works by nsu, including collaborations with Siknik (Wellngton, NZ), JR Trap (ND, USA) and Lost in Japan (Iceland).

The EP will be available on CD as well as digital downloads – more details closer to the release date. You can preview the EP right now by listening to a sampler:

Escape – EP Release Party

To celebrate the launch of the new “Escape” EP, a release party will be held at Rising Sun (373 K Rd, Auckland) on December the 12th, and will feature live performances by Bromide Dub, Stray Theories, emu, Squeezer and nsu himself, as well as DJ sets by Soul Science (Romantech B2B Control) and D.I.S.H.A and appearances by Shane Hollands (beat poetry) and Micah D. Wolfe (sax).

Full details will be announced soon, so stay tuned!

nsu Tee's - now available

nsu T-Shirts

You can now buy nsu branded T-shirts. The first mens and womens designs are now available, just check out the Merchandise section on this site, or head straight to the audiolife.com nsu store. If you order from New Zealand in the next couple of days from this update, there’s a good chance your tee will arrive just in time for the EP release gig in December.

All proceeds are all always re-invested back into studio and stage equipment and any related costs. Your support is always greatly appreciated!

Short:Circuit 6

Short:Circuit Tour – Aftermath

In October, nsu joined the Short:Circuit 6 line up (consisting of Cure Motel, Stray Theories, Romantech, and, in selected towns, Sharkweek, Symbiont, Haszari, SoNic Smith and Pikachunes) for a mini-tour of the South Island to play gigs in Queenstown, Wanaka and Dunedin.

If you weren’t part of the action, you can now check out some footage and a couple of recordings (below) and you can even check out some photos from the tour by clicking here:

nsu & Stray Theories Live @ Short:Circuit 6, Wanaka, October ’09

Thank You!

Finally, a big thanks to everyone for supporting the recent single (check here for details of where to get a copy) and to all who’ve snapped up some of the merchanidse (check some of the awesome fan photos here). Looking forward to partying with you all on the 12th of December!

Single Out Now!

Request the new single “Juice of Life” on Radio

It’s finally out, and, as well as buying it from a variety of online retailers (click here for details), you can also support us by requesting it on the airwaves from the following radio stations in New Zealand:

- UP FM 107.5
- 95 bFM
- George FM 96.8
- KFM 106.9
- Base FM 107.3
- Fleet FM 88.3
- Radio One 91 FM (Dunedin)
- RDU 98.5 FM (Christchurch)

A little bit of leg-work by everyone out there will go a long way, and will, of course, be much appreciated!

nsu & Stray Theories Live

South Island Tour

In October, nsu will be touring the South Island and playing live gigs for the first time outside of Auckland, as part of the Shortcircuit crew.

The following dates  and venues are confirmed:

- Fri 16th Oct – QUEENSTOWN – The Dux
with Cure Motel, Stray Theories, Romantech
- Sat 17th Oct – WANAKA – Red Rocks
with Cure Motel, Stray Theories, Romantech
- Sat 24th Oct – DUNEDIN – Sammy’s
with Haszari, SoNic Smith, Sharkweek, Symbiont, Cure Motel, Stray Theories, Romantech

More dates likely to be added to the schedule – keep checking back for updates, and make sure you catch us in your area!

The Great Hoax - Shapes EP

nsu Remix of The Great Hoax now released

nsu’s remix of “Insufficient Funds” by The Great Hoax has been released on their debut “Shapes” EP. The EP, made up of original works by the Wellington band, has an eclectic mix of styles ranging from psychedelic and experimental to gritty jazzy blues and electronic funk from various influences of music and philosophy.

Shapes EP on Amplifier.co.nz

“Panic Bells” Video Shoot complete

All shooting of the video for “Panic Bells” (taken from the forthcoming Escape EP and featuring Wellington’s Siknik) has now been completed, and the music is now in post-production stages.

You can see some behind the scenes photos (without spoilers!) in the following photo album:

Panic Bells Video: Behind the scenes

Panic Bells Video Photos

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Thanks to everyone for their massive support!