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New release - Rhythm Records:

Ashtray Electric – Bonjour

Ashtray Electric`s first full length album “Bonjour” has been released on Wednesday 29 April 2009. “Bonjour” is a 2-disc set that consists of 10 new tracks, a 15 minute documentary of the band titled “Lead me to Sea” (filmed and produced by The African Attachment), as well as the video and making of the video “Quite Overstared.”

Kings of the underground, rising to the forefront of where it is all happening, Ashtray Electric enters the SA Music Scene by their very own handshake of music that is inspired by a large selection of musical styles and genres.

From beginning to end “Bonjour” takes you along on a layered trip, steering your moods with varied beats and tempos, driven by André Pienaar`s bare and honest lyrics.

”In over our heads, where do we begin to tie the knots? With inexperience and love there is no better place to start.” (Track 6: Lia)

You know, I will show you the road

Won’t you please lead me to sea, I’ll figure it out on my own” (Track 3: Gallop)

The single “Quite Overstared” that was first released on the Bellville Rock City album has also been included on the CD. “Quite Overstared” was playlisted on campus radiostations nationwide and reached the no 1 position on Tuks FM Top 30 and Tuks fm SA Top 10, as well as no 1 on UJ Fm Top 20. The video of “Quite Overstared” is currently climbing the charts on MK Top 10 and is also playing on MTV Base.

The documentary “Lead me to Sea” introduces the the bandmembers and takes a closer look at the inter-relations and dynamics of the band. Made by Greg Fell and Dean Leslie from The African Attachment, the production is of an exceptional standard. It is advised to watch this documentary before you listen to the album to get to a feel for Ashtray Electric`s identity, motivations and aspirations.

The album takes you on an unpredicatable musical ride that is driven by the bold display of an uncompromising streetwise and sassy rhythm that is the signature of Ashtray Electric`s distinctive sound. Not adhering to commercial beats, Ashtray Electric brings you a delicate mixture of foot-tapping beats, rolling riffs and hip -swaying songs. Their music oozes a direct, vibrant and sensual display of rock-rebel confidence that will sleaze the couch out from right under you.

Bonjour was recorded at CoffeeStainedVinyl Studios in Table View. The album was co-produced and mixed by Teejay Terblanche and mastered by Rogan Kelsey from Lapdust.

Tracklist:

1. New One
2. Seasons
3. Gallop
4. Heartbeat
5. Quite Overstared
6. Lia
7. Pedgio
8. Slow Down the Night
9. Too Young
10. When Sex Becomes a Sport

Live gigs:

The release of “Bonjour” adds fuel to the fire that is crossing the country in a contagious whisper that Ashtray Electric is one of SA`s hottest and sexiest new live acts. For launch tour and gig updates go to:

www.ashtrayelectric.co.za

www.myspace.com/ashtrayelectric

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ashtray-Electric/18425474976

Record Company: Rhythm Records: Media contact: Liny Kruger at Rhythm Promo 021 556 1726 / 082 464 1926 / liny@mweb.co.za

Booking agent: OK Artists (Oppikoppi) Jessica@oppikoppi.co.za / 082 400 0640