Jockstrap’s mind bending L.A. performance
The historic Fonda Theatre was abuzz with anticipation as it prepared to host the hyper-inventive London duo, Jockstrap. Their reputation preceded them, promising an electrifying evening of music and performance that would push the boundaries of artistic expression.
Jockstrap, composed of Georgia Ellery and Taylor Skye, is renowned for their genre-defying sound that fuses elements of avant-garde pop, electronic, jazz, and classical music into a mesmerizing sonic tapestry. Their music is an alchemical blend of Ellery’s ethereal vocals and Skye’s intricate production, making it both otherworldly and deeply intimate.
Their performance was a journey through soundscapes that swung wildly between dissonance and harmony, chaos and control. Ellery’s vocal range, at times fragile and angelic, and at others, hauntingly powerful, drew the audience into a hypnotic trance. Skye’s dexterity with instruments and electronics, manipulating and reimagining the sounds in real-time, added layers of complexity to the music.
Throughout the performance, Jockstrap showcased their uncanny ability to blend contrasting elements seamlessly shifting between haunting balladry and frenetic electronic breakdowns, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.
In the wake of their electrifying performance at the Fonda Theatre, Jockstrap had another major reason to celebrate. The duo announced a fully remixed version of their debut album, “I Love You Jennifer B.” set for release on November 3rd. It’s lead single ‘Red Eye’ (feat. IAN STARR) is out now. This remix album promised to breathe new life into their tracks, reimagined by a diverse array of talented artists and producers.
I<3UQTINVU will be available on standard black vinyl and on limited edition red vinyl, complete with a rose-perfumed inner sleeve. Orders from the Rough Trade Webstore will also receive a signed poster. Pre-order I<3UQTINVU .
Jockstrap 2023 Tour Dates:
09/20 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Fonda Theatre *
09/21 – San Diego, CA @ Music Box *
09/23 – Las Vegas, NV @ Life Is Beautiful Festival
09/25 – Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom *
09/27 – Denver, CO @ Marquis Theater *
09/28 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell *
10/01 – San Francisco, CA @ Portola Music Festival
10/21 – Miami, FL @ Ill Points Festival
10/23 – Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West ^
10/24 – New Orleans, LA @ Toulouse Theatre ^
10/26 – Austin, TX @ Empire Control Room & Garage
10/27 – Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall ^
10/28 – Dallas, TX @ Deep Ellum Art Company
11/06 – Glasgow, UK @ Classic Grand
11/07 – Manchester, UK @ New Century
11/09 – Amsterdam, NL @ Paradiso
11/10 – Brussels, BE @ Grand Salon
11/11 – Kortrijk, BE @ Sonic City Festival
11/14 – Copenhagen, DK @ Vega
11/15 – Berlin, DE @ Saalchen
11/17 – Zurich, CH @ Exil
11/18 – Paris, FR @ Bellevilloise
12/13 – London, UK @ Barbican Hall
12/14 – London, UK @ Barbican Hall
* = w/ Ian Starr
^ = w/ Fcukers
