L.A.B. II

Much awaited 2nd album from L.A.B.

Just over 12 months since the release of their self-titled debut album, L.A.B – the power house group from the legendary Kora brothers Brad and Stu plus the extraordinary talent of Joel Shadbolt on lead guitar and vocals and Ara Adams-Tamatea from the mighty Katchafire on bass – return with their second album – the next chapter in the L.A.B story.

The L.A.B musical blend is captivating and invigorating – trademark Kora grooves blending seamlessly with Joel Shadbolt’s blues roots and Ara Adams-Tamatea’s dub reggae experience to create their own sound entirely. The pedigree and musicianship of L.A.B is undeniable.

II features 12 genre bending tracks which brilliantly showcase the multiple sides to the L.A.B sound – a unique blend of electronic funk and soulful rock, punctuated by exceptional melodies that stick with the listener for days. An album readymade for summer listening.

L.A.B has spent 54 weeks in the Top 20 New Zealand Albums Chart.

II was produced by Lee Prebble (Fly My Pretties, The Phoenix Foundation) at The Surgery.

For fans of Kora! Kora! Kora!, Katchafire.

Label: LOOP Recordings Aot(ear)oa ‎– LPV087 Format: 2 × Vinyl, LP, Country: New Zealand Released: FEBRUARY 2019 Genre: Reggae, Funk / Soul Style

TRACKLISTING

01 ROCKETSHIP

02 FASHION DREAD

03 I DON’T WANNA KNOW

04 SEE THE LIGHT

05 HANDS UP

06 LOVE AFFAIR

07 FREE FALL IN A DREAM

08 MONICA

09 MIDNIGHT SUMMER

10 BABY WILL YOU LET ME

11 INNOCENCE AND LOVE

12 BLESS ME BROTHER