NEW ALBUM OUT NOW!
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WHAT IT SEEMS IS WHAT YOU GET
KONG is back! The Amsterdam based quadraphonic quartet released a new album which blends all elements of their unconventional style into a heavier and more intense musical collage than ever before. The sound and atmosphere refer and expand on the earlier works of KONG where sampling and electronica played a less prominent role. Still the music contains a lot of weird samples and loops and maintains it's high groove-and-dance factor.
The album is available in shops in The Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium, Denmark and the UK and at several online shops. For more information and mailorder details visit the KONG website.
The album has been recorded in the KONG Studio in Amsterdam and was mixed and produced by former KONG guitarist Dirk de Vries. Mastering was done by Attie Bauw (Judas Priest, The Gathering).
BIOGRAPHY
KONG started out in 1988 and soon drew international attention with their unscrupulous mix of heavy metal, progressive rock, electronica, and the avant-garde - all of it backed up by extensive sampling and quirky sound effects. Adding to their unusual approach, KONG’s music is 99 percent instrumental, and performed quadraphonically, with each member of the group positioned on a small stage in a corner of the venue and the audience in the middle. With this concept KONG toured regularly all across Europe, drawing widespread attention from in-the-know critics and building a selective but dedicated audience.
After a break of almost seven years bassist and co-founder Mark Drillich revived the band and attracted new recruits Tijs Keverkamp (guitar), Mandy Hopman (drums) and David Kox (guitar).
© Caroline Koning
"Undertow" live at the Melkweg, Amsterdam, 15-05-1999
"Stockhouse" live at the Melkweg, Amsterdam, 15-05-1999
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