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Sublime, soulful, sensual and ultimately real, Haelos' very human delivery of electro-noir is gripping hearts and minds in all corners of the world. But what is the music that moves them the most?
As they gear up for yet another heavy run of touring iin support of their immaculate debut album Full Circle, we asked the band to run us through their favourite tracks of 2016 so far.
Before they take to the stage at Secret Garden Party and Lollapalooza before returning to the UK for yet more shows, find out what they'll be listening to on the bus - with everything from Rihanna to Radiohead via James Blake, Lapsley and many more...
Michael Kiwanuka - 'Black Man In a White World'
"Michael Kiwanuka has a brilliant way of transporting you to an other era while still sounding fresh. This first track from his new album is really addictive. Love the gospel influences and realness to the lyrics. The video is also worth a mention; beautifully shot and emotive."
LK - 'Its Been A Long time'
"Dom came across LK late 2015 and we've all since become fans. This most recent release on 'Shall Not Fade' records feels like one of the freshest dance tracks of the year. Love the funky disco influence and dusty production. We invited LK down to play our clubnight 'Blackout' the first in a series of parties we're throwing in London this year to showcase our favourite new dance music. LK is definitely one to watch."
Formation - 'Pleasure'
"We've played a few festivals with these guys now and it's always a pleasure. Wicked vibe and energy on stage. Produced by the awesome Leon Vynehall this is a strong party tune with touches off jazz and just the right amount of cowbell."
Rihanna - 'Work'
"This year's guilty pleasure. Sang it on repeat as we were loading in and out of venues on our recent US tour. Speaks for itself really.. Work Work Work Work work work."
Radiohead - 'True Love Waits'
"An incredible re-imagination of this beautifully haunting track from their 2001 live album 'I Might Be Wrong'. Thom Yorke's vocal pulls you in and glides you along in a tragically honest and fragile way. One of our favourites on a sublime new album. Can't wait to see them play this year at Lollapalooza."
Loyle Carner - 'Stars And Shards'
"Loyle's sound has a nostalgic feel similar to many of the hip-hop acts we grew up listening to. While giving a nod to the old school 'Stars and Shards' feels fresh and completely his own."
Daughter - 'No Care'
"A favourite off the new album, Not to Disappear. Riding on an wicked grungy riff, it's more gritty than their previous work whist still retaining their melancholic signature style."
James Blake - 'Always'
"There's something so urban about this track yet still comforting. Love the garage feel and aggressive vocal chops over the lullaby piano which somehow shouldn't work but does."
Thinkpiece - 'Voice For Us'
"We met these boys last year while mixing our record. They put up this tune recently, it's epic and we think they're one of the freshest new acts coming out of East London at the moment. Worth checking out.."
'Lapsley - Operator (He Doesn't Call Me)'
"Really cool soul-soaked track from Lapsley who we love. It's got that feel good thing going on..."
Their debut album Full Circle is out now.
Haelos' upcoming world tour dates are below...
Jul 23 Secret Garden Party Huntingdon, United Kingdom
Aug 02 Neumos Seattle, WA
Aug 04 Constellation Room Santa Ana, CA
Aug 05 Teragram Ballroom Los Angeles, CA
Aug 06 Rickshaw Stop San Francisco, CA
Aug 12 St Malo London, United Kingdom
Aug 25 Battersea Arts Centre London, United Kingdom
Aug 26 Bramham Park Leeds, United Kingdom
Sep 08 Bestival Isle Of Wight, United Kingdom
Sep 22 U Street Music Hall Washington, DC
Nov 10 Heaven London, United Kingdom
