Walter Productions Welcomes:
The Polish Ambassador
+ special guest Late Night Radio (closing set)
Louis IV warming it up.
Friday Aug 1 / 9pm -2am / 21+
Walter Studios (747 W. Roosevelt St, Phx)
The Polish Ambassador bio
Musician. Producer. Beatsmith. Recording artist. Composer. Dance-floor general. Label-head. A mystery man of many hats, The Polish Ambassador rocks more than just a trademark jumpsuit, authoring sublime, intentional artistic works, animated safaris in technicolor sound. At first breath, The Polish Ambassador was an experiment, David Sugalski’s sound-art passion project that came to life. An inventive, imaginary character bor Bold Keyboard shortcut Command+Bn of humble, humorous beginnings, he found his first audiences through the support of primitive digital radio stations. Today, TPA is among the premier EDM/live crossover artists in the country with millions of listeners around the world; he’s consistently in-demand at the live music-focused gatherings and boutique electronic festivals from coast to coast. Founder of independent label Jumpsuit Records, an environmentalist and early progenitor of the permaculture action movement, the world’s funkiest diplomat is here to party with a purpose.
Since 2006, The Polish Ambassador has consistently released critically-acclaimed full-length albums on Jumpsuit Records, alongside a dizzying number of side-projects and multi-form collaborations. All the while launching the careers of a diverse smattering of artists that run the gamut in geography and genre. TPA continues to spread his wings in teaming up with eclectic musicians from around the world, including Matisyahu, Nitty Scott, Zion I, The Grouch, Mr. Lif, and dozens of others. He is one-half of the celebrated folktronica project Wildlight, a duo in which he pairs with ethereal songstress Ayla Nereo.
The Polish Ambassador’s prolific output incorporates many styles, from exuberant global-house to fatback mid-tempo funk, you’ll pick up on West African percussion alongside stirring Kirtan melodies, a psychedelic sax solo or a fresh verse from a Brooklyn female emcee. TPA employs live horns, keyboards, guitars, violins, and a bevy of talented instrumentalists on stage. “The Jumpsuited One” has headlined iconic venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, and the renowned counter-culture gathering Oregon Country Fair. Suwannee Hulaween, Electric Forest, Envision Festival, and Lightning in a Bottle and other national festivals have each repeatedly invited TPA back across different years.
Late Night Radio bio
Colorado-based electronic music producer Late Night Radio introduces his latest album, Pocket Full of Dreams [Philos Records], an introspective masterpiece skillfully merging reflective rhythms and soul-inspired hip-hop beats. A testament to Late Night Radio's musical prowess, the new album also contemplates the thematic depth of life's pursuits and dreams, tracing the poignant highs and lows of such journeys. A consistent force in the evolving electronic music landscape, Alex Medellin (Late Night Radio) consistently crafts authentic sounds brought to life through his deep-rooted passion and diverse musical explorations. Pocket Full of Dreams stands as a testament to Medellin's life experiences, both in the realm of music and beyond.
“Creating this album made me realize how important being vulnerable in your art is. And realizing that if I make something I truly relate with, it’s going to resonate with other people that are going through the same struggles,” Alex explains.
While shaping Pocket Full of Dreams, the interplay between energetic tour experiences and reflective studio sessions became a key influencer. Alex drew inspiration both from the vibrant energy at shows, and from introspective moments away from the stage. He mentions, “Touring provides inspiration, but the quiet times let me truly connect with my experiences.” This balance sets the stage for Alex's revelation on the album’s deeper themes:
“This album was really about me getting back to making music for me and not just worrying about whether this will bump at a live show,” admits Medellin. “While touring it’s hard to create without the intention or influence of performing, so to have a break from live shows for a while really gave me a different perspective and the ability to draw on emotion, rather than energy.”
Collaborators on the album include Motifv, Poldoore, and Michal Menert, all of whom have had a significant imprint on Late Night Radio's recent works and tours. "Found (with Motifv)" weaves a compelling story of evolving dreams and life's challenges. "On My Shoulder" delves deep into the internal conflicts and dilemmas dictating life choices, while "Shining (with Poldoore)" stands as a beacon of positivity, underscoring the unpredictability and beauty of life. Motifv joins Late Night Radio for the upcoming Pocket Full of Dreams Tour and Poldoore will make appearances at select dates this winter. These collaborations have not only enriched the album's sonic tapestry but also deepened it’s narrative, making every song a distinct chapter in a cohesive story.
“This entire album feels very personal to me, it’s hard to pick out a specific track as a favorite,” Alex muses. “It’s really about my personal struggle with feeling ‘good enough’ and finding my place in a constantly changing environment. In that sense it’s more like releasing a private journal than an album to me.”
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