SOC POP #28: Russia, Tapes + Birdsnake

South of the City is taking over The Espy Basement with free shows every Saturday night.

Line-up features:

Russia
While their name is Russia, these sparkly jacket and purple jewel-clad funk divas hail from Melbourne. When you hear them you'll know that their sound is an ode to the funk of old, while forging a contemporary path woven with pop elements. Prepare to be engrossed in a high energy charismatic experience.

Tapes
Tapes is one of the strongest up and coming neo-soul bands you’ve never heard. Based in the heart of Melbourne, Tapes has it’s finger on the pop-culture pulse and is every bit the fresh piece of sexiness & groove you’ve been looking for. The powerhouse vocals of front-woman, Teila Packman, puts this brand new band in front of the pack with influences that include Anderson Paak, The Internet, Hiatus Kaiyote, Tamia and more.

Birdsnake
Birdsnake is a singular entity made up of 6 diverse musical personalities, coming together to create a blend of jazz/funk/soul/contemporary influenced rhythmic grooves that infect the mind, body and soul.