TEKE::TEKE

Montreal based band TEKE::TEKE make a wonderful and infectious mix of indie pop, psych rock, Japanese folk, and more to create a distinct sound all their own.  This fall they are set to release a deluxe edition of their 2023 album "Hagata."  The expanded edition features a French version of the track "Doppelganger," and it's a dream.  Check it out below and pre-order the LP here from Kill Rock Stars.

TEKE::TEKE

I caught Canadian band TEKE::TEKE last year at SXSW kind of by accident, but i'm quite happy i did.  The band's take on Japanese psychedelia, surf rock, and other weirdness was quite the spectacle live.  Anyway, they've got a new album heading our way this summer.  Listen to "Garakuta" below and pre-order the upcoming "Hagata" LP here from Kill Rock Stars.

TEKE::TEKE

So, the last few days, i've managed to pop my head into a couple of SXSW day parties while on lunch breaks, and i've caught some cool stuff, one of which is the 7-member Montreal psych rock band TEKE::TEKE.  The band fuses Japanese psych rock with surf rock, punk, and more, all with a fun and cinematic flair.  A lot of their stuff feels like it would fit in perfectly on the soundtrack to some '60s spy or crime flick set in Japan.  This is very much my shit.  Check out the cool and looming "Kizashi" below from last year's "Shirushi" LP and get the record here from Kill Rock Stars.  Also, if given the opportunity, be sure to catch these guys and girls live.