Zombie Computer (band)
Encyclopedia
Zombie Computer is an Irish electronic/rock
band from Cork
. The group, formed in 2010, consists of Eoghan Reid (Synths/Guitar/Programming), Vincent Murray (Vocals/Guitar) and Scimon Tist (Synth/Samples
/Programming/Production).
Due to the buzz surrounding the band they were offered a slot at Indiependence Music & Arts Festival on the prestigious “Cyprus Avenue” stage.
Jim Carroll
of The Irish Times
described the band as "Cork newbies making big, bold, doomy electrorock with some majestic hooks and melodies under the bonnet."
Coming up to the release of their debut album the band received radio play on RTÉ 2FM
, Phantom FM
, RedFM
and 96FM
.
The band signed to Psychonavigation Records
in late December and plan to release their debut album "Indian Summer" in 2011.
who has worked & written for musical
greats such as Michael Jackson
, Marvin Gaye
& Quincy Jones
to name but a few.
Ware is featured on the title track “Indian Summer” with a beautifully written and performed spoken word piece which is complemented by Zombie Computer’s melodic & rhythmic sensibilities.
“Indian Summer” is the embodiment of a ceremonial juxtaposition of Dance & Indie guitar music with a D.I.Y Punk ethos.
.
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| 2010 || Zombie Computer || Best Newcomer ||
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Electronic music
Electronic music is music that employs electronic musical instruments and electronic music technology in its production. In general a distinction can be made between sound produced using electromechanical means and that produced using electronic technology. Examples of electromechanical sound...
band from Cork
Cork (city)
Cork is the second largest city in the Republic of Ireland and the island of Ireland's third most populous city. It is the principal city and administrative centre of County Cork and the largest city in the province of Munster. Cork has a population of 119,418, while the addition of the suburban...
. The group, formed in 2010, consists of Eoghan Reid (Synths/Guitar/Programming), Vincent Murray (Vocals/Guitar) and Scimon Tist (Synth/Samples
Sampler (musical instrument)
A sampler is an electronic musical instrument similar in some respects to a synthesizer but, instead of generating sounds, it uses recordings of sounds that are loaded or recorded into it by the user and then played back by means of a keyboard, sequencer or other triggering device to perform or...
/Programming/Production).
History
Forming in June 2010 Zombie Computer came to life and quickly gathered a cult following on the strength of their energetic and dynamic live performances.Due to the buzz surrounding the band they were offered a slot at Indiependence Music & Arts Festival on the prestigious “Cyprus Avenue” stage.
Jim Carroll
Jim Carroll (journalist)
Jim Carroll is an Irish music journalist, blogger and editor who is currently employed by The Irish Times. He runs a blog titled "On the Record" for the newspaper....
of The Irish Times
The Irish Times
The Irish Times is an Irish daily broadsheet newspaper launched on 29 March 1859. The editor is Kevin O'Sullivan who succeeded Geraldine Kennedy in 2011; the deputy editor is Paul O'Neill. The Irish Times is considered to be Ireland's newspaper of record, and is published every day except Sundays...
described the band as "Cork newbies making big, bold, doomy electrorock with some majestic hooks and melodies under the bonnet."
Coming up to the release of their debut album the band received radio play on RTÉ 2FM
RTÉ 2fm
RTÉ 2fm, or 2FM as it is more commonly referred to, is Raidió Teilifís Éireann's second national radio station. It broadcasts popular music programming aimed at a young Irish audience.- History :...
, Phantom FM
Phantom FM
Phantom 105.2 is a Dublin based radio station, founded in 1996 as a pirate radio station. Phantom broadcasts under a contract awarded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland ....
, RedFM
Red FM (Ireland)
Cork's RedFM is an Irish radio station which broadcasts to Cork and the surrounding area, and is aimed at a youth audience.Cork's RedFM commenced broadcasting at 08:00 on 16 January 2002. The station was awarded Ireland’s first youth radio licence...
and 96FM
Cork's 96FM
96FM is one of three local radio stations licensed by the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland for Cork City and County in Ireland . It broadcasts from studios at Broadcasting House, St...
.
The band signed to Psychonavigation Records
Psychonavigation Records
Psychonavigation Records is an independent record company based in Dublin Ireland, founded in 2000 and releases a range of music styles; particularly ambient, electronica and electro.- Artists :Ciaran ByrneR.S.A.G...
in late December and plan to release their debut album "Indian Summer" in 2011.
Indian Summer (2010-Present)
The band quickly began work on their debut album “Indian Summer”. Already they have collaborated with former Motown Records Songwriter Leon WareLeon Ware
Leon Ware is a soul music singer, songwriter and producer. Best known for crafting the hit album, I Want You, originally recorded for Ware, until friend and Motown icon Marvin Gaye was assigned to the album in 1976...
who has worked & written for musical
greats such as Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson
Michael Joseph Jackson was an American recording artist, entertainer, and businessman. Referred to as the King of Pop, or by his initials MJ, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records...
, Marvin Gaye
Marvin Gaye
Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr. , better known by his stage name Marvin Gaye, was an American singer-songwriter and musician with a three-octave vocal range....
& Quincy Jones
Quincy Jones
Quincy Delightt Jones, Jr. is an American record producer and musician. A conductor, musical arranger, film composer, television producer, and trumpeter. His career spans five decades in the entertainment industry and a record 79 Grammy Award nominations, 27 Grammys, including a Grammy Legend...
to name but a few.
Ware is featured on the title track “Indian Summer” with a beautifully written and performed spoken word piece which is complemented by Zombie Computer’s melodic & rhythmic sensibilities.
“Indian Summer” is the embodiment of a ceremonial juxtaposition of Dance & Indie guitar music with a D.I.Y Punk ethos.
Discography
The bands debut album is due for release June 2011 on Psychonavigation RecordsPsychonavigation Records
Psychonavigation Records is an independent record company based in Dublin Ireland, founded in 2000 and releases a range of music styles; particularly ambient, electronica and electro.- Artists :Ciaran ByrneR.S.A.G...
.
- Indian Summer (2011)
Digital Socket Awards
Zombie Computer were nominated in the "Best Newcomer" category of the Digital Socket Awards in late December. The live final will take place in the Grand Social venue on 3 February 2011.|-
| 2010 || Zombie Computer || Best Newcomer ||
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Remixes
| Year | Original Artist/Band | Song |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Justice Justice (French band) Justice is a French electronic music duo consisting of Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay . The duo is one of the most successful groups on Ed Banger Records and is managed by the label's head, Pedro Winter... |
"We Are Your Friends" |
| Empire Of The Sun Empire of the Sun (band) Empire of the Sun is an Australian electronic music duo that formed in 2008. The duo is composed of Luke Steele of The Sleepy Jackson and Nick Littlemore of Pnau. The two met in 2000 after both being signed to the same record label. Luke and Nick knew that they instantly had a chemistry like no other... |
"Walking On A Dream" | |
| The Cast Of Cheers | "I Am Lion" | |