Stephen Paul Taylor
Stephen Paul Taylor's "Cyborg Party" feat. Gray Contrast, Grimson and SPT
Privatclub
Skalitzer Straße 85-86
Jun 22–23, 2023
7:00 PM GMT+2
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About this concert
Don't miss out on an unforgettable night of pulsating rhythms, mind-bending melodies, and cyborg-infused excitement at the Privat Club on Skalitzerstrasse 84-85. Join us on 22 June 2023, as three sensational bands take the stage to ignite your senses and immerse you in a futuristic musical experience.
SPT, masters of electropop and synthpop, will transport you to a realm where man and machine harmonize in perfect synchrony. Grimson, the psychedelic Indie pioneers, will mesmerize you with their captivating soundscape that transcends the boundaries of reality. And get ready to embrace the improvisational techno vibes of Gray Contrast, as they unleash their electronic wizardry to ignite the dance floor.
But that's not all! Throughout the evening, we'll immerse you in an electrifying atmosphere with cyborg-themed moments. Let loose and dance like robots as we celebrate the union of humans and technology. Brace yourself for an interactive experience that blurs the line between man and machine.
The festivities kick off at 8pm, and the music won't stop until midnight, when we'll transition into an electrifying dance party. So grab your friends, don your cyborg-inspired attire, and step into a world where music, technology, and unforgettable moments collide.
Secure your spot now for a night that promises to leave you breathless and longing for more. This is an event you simply cannot afford to miss. Book your tickets and join us for an exhilarating journey into the future of music and entertainment!
Schedule:
8pm: Gray Contrast Known throughout Berlin, Gray Contrast can be seen everywhere from Warschauerstrasse Ubahn station to the Berlin Music Video Awards with his incredible act. Fashioning a sort of "Improv Techno", his music is exciting and full of unpredictable moments.
(https://www.instagram.com/gray.contrast/?hl=en, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8z2TKqIPsFE)
9pm: Grimson
Originally born out of New York City’s underground music scene, Grimson has brought his challenging and whimsical multimedia art-project to his adopted home in Berlin.
Grimson wraps complex emotions - fear, nostalgia, hope - into layered and mischievous hand-drawn animations and carefully-crafted indie-rock songs, whose intricate harmonies and arrangements are made simple by a sincere and uniquely comforting voice.
Grimson is currently finishing his self-produced debut album to be released later in 2023
(https://youtu.be/tmK_PxEUfew, https://youtu.be/iOkmDY7UoSE,
10pm: SPT (featuring Ruby Jean Rose)
Prepare to be enthralled by the explosive talent of SPT, a remarkable artist whose musical journey has taken him across Europe and beyond. After five years with the cult band Trike, SPT embarked on a solo career in 2013, carving a path that has left audiences craving for more.
A mere year after going solo, his hit song "Everybody Knows Sh*t’s F*cked" went viral, amassing an incredible 4 million views (to date). This was just the beginning of a relentless tour schedule across Europe, solidifying SPT's reputation as an in-demand live performer.
The spotlight continued to shine on SPT as he graced the stage of Germany's prestigious talent show, "Das Supertalent," making it to the third round and captivating millions of viewers. Recognition poured in from all corners, with SPT's track "Yes" being featured in a Spotify commercial and interviews with prominent German TV stations and newspapers such as RBB, RTL2, Berliner Zeitung, and ARTE.
SPT's music is an enticing blend of bittersweet melodies, infused with catchy hooks and dancey beats. From tales of unrequited love to reflections on the absurdities of modern life and even delving into conspiracy theories, SPT's songs capture a range of emotions. Influenced by the nostalgic sounds of the '80s, his music evokes a sense of nostalgia while remaining contemporary and fresh.
This evening's performance features the amazing guitar prowess of Ms. Ruby Jean Rose, who is an established country/folk/pop artist in her own right. She has conquered stages all over Europe and beyond
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWxISwEBU0U, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xa4ioftxvIw)
** Tickets are 15 euros in advance and 20 euros at the door **
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Stephen Paul Taylor Biography
My name is Stephen. I’m from a small town in Canada called Prince George. I fell in love with Eighties music as a child. Everything from Depeche Mode to OMD to Gary Numan. 80s music and especially synths, played a big role in my development. I wrote my first song on a cheesy Casio at 14 years old, entitled “Under The Moonlight”.
After a string of Mcjobs, I eventually went to Emily Carr Art University and after graduating, torn between filmmaking and music, I chose the latter, diving into it full time. I become a full-time musician in 2009 with my duo Trike. In 2013 I branched off and went solo, reaching viral fame a year later with “EKSF”. Since then I’ve released “People Tonight” (LP), “Single and 17” (EP) and “Synthpop is Dead” (LP) which I also released on vinyl. I’ve also released several singles. I toured Europe several times and now, in 2023, I released my first pop song in two years entitled “Craving My Affection”.
“Craving My Affection” was written on the subject of obsession and desire. I had a stalker in my early days of Trike and this song harks back to those days, except in the song, the protagonist desires his admirer intensely, even though he’s aware that it will lead to disaster. I was influenced by Synthwave and “Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd whilst making this song. My upcoming single features Preston Heyman (Kate Bush’s drummer) as producer and Derrick McIntyre (Jamiroquai) on bass. They’re appearing on three songs from my upcoming album.
“Stephen manages to create music that spans generations and
that will definitely stick in your head for a while”
- vinyl-keks.eu
“(SPT) is a brilliant artist with many facets at work… Stephen Paul Taylor is the ultimate synth-pop troubadour: addictive tunes, humorous gene-storytelling, extravagant disguises and vaudeville fun all rolled into one act”
- Simone Berger, www.crossfire-metal.de
“And the music has it all: sometimes ERASURE, sometimes S.P.O.C.K., sometimes NEW ORDER. But definitely a lot of Eighties feeling to relax and have fun”
- www.blueprint.fanzine.de
“Taylor has a high emotionality in his voice, with which he arouses great enthusiasm”
- www.badblack-unicorn.de
“Classic, minimalist electronics create a monochromatic atmosphere of synth-pop, which Taylor knocks out of the speakers with his provocative voice and the no less provocative lyrics”
- www.westzeit.de
“(SPT is) a firecracker!”
- Dick Valentine, lead singer of Electric Six
- “SPT is a bird of paradise in the music business” - Mucke und Mehr, https://www.mucke-und-mehr.de/musik/cd/spt-2020/
Read MoreAfter a string of Mcjobs, I eventually went to Emily Carr Art University and after graduating, torn between filmmaking and music, I chose the latter, diving into it full time. I become a full-time musician in 2009 with my duo Trike. In 2013 I branched off and went solo, reaching viral fame a year later with “EKSF”. Since then I’ve released “People Tonight” (LP), “Single and 17” (EP) and “Synthpop is Dead” (LP) which I also released on vinyl. I’ve also released several singles. I toured Europe several times and now, in 2023, I released my first pop song in two years entitled “Craving My Affection”.
“Craving My Affection” was written on the subject of obsession and desire. I had a stalker in my early days of Trike and this song harks back to those days, except in the song, the protagonist desires his admirer intensely, even though he’s aware that it will lead to disaster. I was influenced by Synthwave and “Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd whilst making this song. My upcoming single features Preston Heyman (Kate Bush’s drummer) as producer and Derrick McIntyre (Jamiroquai) on bass. They’re appearing on three songs from my upcoming album.
“Stephen manages to create music that spans generations and
that will definitely stick in your head for a while”
- vinyl-keks.eu
“(SPT) is a brilliant artist with many facets at work… Stephen Paul Taylor is the ultimate synth-pop troubadour: addictive tunes, humorous gene-storytelling, extravagant disguises and vaudeville fun all rolled into one act”
- Simone Berger, www.crossfire-metal.de
“And the music has it all: sometimes ERASURE, sometimes S.P.O.C.K., sometimes NEW ORDER. But definitely a lot of Eighties feeling to relax and have fun”
- www.blueprint.fanzine.de
“Taylor has a high emotionality in his voice, with which he arouses great enthusiasm”
- www.badblack-unicorn.de
“Classic, minimalist electronics create a monochromatic atmosphere of synth-pop, which Taylor knocks out of the speakers with his provocative voice and the no less provocative lyrics”
- www.westzeit.de
“(SPT is) a firecracker!”
- Dick Valentine, lead singer of Electric Six
- “SPT is a bird of paradise in the music business” - Mucke und Mehr, https://www.mucke-und-mehr.de/musik/cd/spt-2020/
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