The Belly Savalas are bursting with excitement to share their latest creation with you! Join us for the official video launch of 'Soccer Shorts' at the glorious Shotkickers.
WHAT IS SOCCER SHORTS ABOUT? "The story came to mind years ago even before the women's World Cup in Australia," lyricist and trumpeter Basil Byrne says. "The song is about young girls, trans girls and non-binary people who are taking their futures and opportunities into their own hands and affirming themselves."
'Soccer Shorts' is a celebration of moving towards gender euphoria through small acts of resistance.
"Not being given the same opportunities as young boys or being pigeon-holed into gender roles was an early memory and a regular experience for all of the female members of the band," Belly Savalas says.
"Creating 'Soccer Shorts' as a joyful and uplifting song, has been a way to help move beyond the trauma and sadness, to celebrate the experience as something that ends up freeing us all. Wearing soccer shorts under the school skirt when the school wouldn't allow it, was an act of defiance and a way that Basil affirmed their gender."
This visual feast was brought to life through the creative brilliance of Sassaby Creative and features the incredible athletic talent of The Darebin Falcons soccer team, who've helped turn our musical vision into something truly special.
WHO ARE THE BELLY SAVALAS?
Funk, Jazz, Blues, Soul, Groove & good times. This 8-piece original band from Naarm (Melbourne) brews a soul-stew with groove to make ya move! Saucy horns, honeyed harmonies and sweet sweet shenanigans abound in their dynamic, eclectic sound.
Their shows connect and uplift audiences through rhythmic percussive grooves, bluesy keys and soul-serenading horns, all overlaid with soaring four-part vocal harmonies. This tight-knit soul-ship will sweep you off your feet. Come get amongst the warm-glow and ferocious dancing which are the signatures of every Belly Savalas show.
Watch here:
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WE NEED YOU
We simply CANNOT WAIT to share this labor of love with our community! Prepare for an evening of multi-sensory delight as we celebrate the beautiful collision of music and sport in a night that will have you moving and grooving.
The Belly Savalas will be bringing their signature energy to the stage, guaranteeing a pulsating dance floor and glorious joy abounding. This is a Saturday night you do NOT want to miss!
DETAILS
Doors: 8pm
Tickets: Pre-sale $25 + booking fee // $30 on the door
https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/belly-savalas-video-launch-shotkickers/180424?skin=SK_skin
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