Music:

Member Since: 5/11/2006
Band Website: shapeshifter.co.nz
Band Members: Devin, Sam, Nick, P-digsss & Redford

Shapeshifter Live

Shapeshifter Live was recorded on 29th September 2006 at the Christchurch Town Hall – the final show of their orchestra tour and in the band's hometown – with all the strings on the tracks arranged by Victoria Kelly and performed with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Marc Taddei.

CD $25.95 NZD + P and P

Soulstice

At once 'Soulstice' strikes the listener with its mature grasp on songwriting & the breadth of their sonic palette, which encompasses their signature d&b sound, blended with a range of complimentary genres. The sound is wider, more inclusive & with a far greater instrumentation than previously, as the band move their sound to another level altogether.

CD $28.95 NZD + P and P
Download MP3 Format $19.95 NZD

Riddim Wise LP

Recorded at the group's own home studio in Melbourne, the album features collaborations with Aotearoa's most prodigious and exciting vocalists; Dallas Tamaira aka Joe Dukie (Fat Freddy's Drop) and Karoline Tamati aka Lady 6 (Verse 2/Sheelahroc)

CD $26.95 NZD + P and P
Download MP3 Format $19.95 NZD

Real Time

Our debut album. Guests include Kaps (Fabel) and Tiki (Salmonella Dub) on production, and the sweet vocals of Lady 6 (Sheelahroc).

CD $22.95 NZD + P and P
Download MP3 Format $19.95 NZD

Bring Change 12" Vinyl

The lead single from 'Soulstice' is the wicked atmospheric d&b roller 'Bring Change', featuring an incredible lead vocal from P Digsss.

12" Vinyl $22.95 NZD + P and P

Long White Cloud Remix 12" Vinyl

This 12" remix release features a thunderous reworking of Long White Cloud from Hospital Records favourite Nu:Tone on the 'A' side & Shapeshifter's own bangin' dancefloor remix version of the original tune.

A Side: 'Long White Cloud' feat. Joe Dukie [Nu:Tone Remix]
B Side: 'Long White Cloud' feat. Joe Dukie [Floor Mix]

12" Vinyl $23.95 NZD + P and P

BIOGRAPHY

New Zealand’s best live act is an extraordinary spectacle you can’t miss.

Shapeshifter has been heralded as a musical phenomenon for their ground breaking live shows and unique blend of heavy soul/drum and bass. Their reputation as pioneers of modern music was built by a unique approach to electronic music which had previously been restricted to computer based studio musicians and has earned them widespread critical and commercial acclaim.

Their third studio album Soulstice was released in August 2006, it entered the NZ national charts at remarkable Number 4 and spent over 2 months in the New Zealand top 20, they also reached number 1 on the independent charts. In 2006 they were awarded a phenomenal 3 awards at the New Zealand bnet music awards for Best Live Act, Song of the Year for “Bring Change” and Album of the Year for Soulstice.

Soulstice obtained Gold sales status in New Zealand in three weeks and has since achieved Platinum sales. It has a star line up featuring Shapeshifter’s artistic talents and features vocals from some of New Zealand’s top artists. September 2006 saw Shapeshifter tour throughout Aotearoa spreading their acclaimed drum and bass soul styles. In cutting-edge Shapeshifter fashion, they performed with leading orchestras creating a revolutionary experience and selling out their shows weeks in advance. From this they released their first ever live album encapsulating the essence, energy and vitality of their trademark performances entered the national charts in the Top 10 and is the New Zealand Number 1 independent album.

Early 2007 saw Shapeshifter release Soulstice in Australia and the first run of albums were sold out in 5 days. They headlined the Hothouse Stage at the 2007 Big Day Out Australian tour and were handpicked by Tool to support them in Melbourne to a massive sold out audience of 15,000. Also, in 2007 they were a headline act at Australia’s prestigious nationwide Parklife Festival.

2001 saw the release of their debut LP Realtime, highlights included a collaboration with sublime vocalist Ladi6, on the track 'Move With Me'. Realtime was awarded the Best Electronic Release at the 2002 bnet NZ music awards. The track “Tapestry” became the number 1 most played track on the Alternative Radio Airplay charts for 2001. Shapeshifter’s second release Riddim Wise LP gained gold sales status and features the voices of some of New Zealand’s top soul vocalists – Joe Dukie (Fat Freddy’s Drop) and Ladi6. The album spent many weeks at number 1 on the independent album sales charts. They won ”Best Electronic Video” for “Long White Cloud” at the 2005 Juice TV Music Awards.

Influences: al green, bill evans, nina simone, archie whitewater, sa ra creative, PPP, tactile, nz music family, aphex twin, massive attack, calibre, the roots, total science, sizzla, deftones, digital, kanye west, ella fitzgerald, the neptunes, john coltrane, prince, logistix, king tubby, nu:tone, D'Angelo, marcus intalex, mars volta, john lee hooker, cocteau twins, roots manuva, common, horace andy, faith no more, barrington levy, pete rock, foriegn exchange, sonny rollins, herbie hancock, and way too many more to list...
Record Label: Truetone
Type of Label: Indie