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DEEP SEA ARCADE
unveils Barley Passable
re-design of
‘STEAM’
and 2025 Tour Plans
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Photo – Andrew Mortlock
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Praise for DEEP SEA ARCADE
‘This re-release is a testament to the band’s influence during a time when vocals were layered and indie rock was at it’s experimental peak, paving the way for Tame Impala’s Currents’ – Evelyn Paige – Happy Mag
‘I have beautiful nostalgic memories of driving around Sydney in the excitement of my youth listening to ‘Girls’ when this album came out. Can’t wait to revisit that on vinyl’ – Johnny Took – DMA’s
‘When ‘Outlands’ came out.. It was an album that we would’ve killed to have put out. We still reference it today’ – Oli Leimbach – Lime Cordiale
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Australia’s celebrated indie band Deep Sea Arcade is excited to release the Barley Passable Re-Design of their track ‘Steam.’ Reimagined with a bold, futuristic twist inspired by Daft Punk and Justice, this remix infuses the track with cinematic textures and contemporary beats while staying true to its nostalgic core. The release coincides with the vinyl reissue of their iconic debut album Outlands via Impressed Recordings on November 29th.
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Originally mixed by Doug Boehm (Powderfinger, Miley Cyrus, The Pharcyde), Barley Passable’s reinterpretation thoughtfully reworks the track’s stems, blending modern energy with the timeless essence of the original. The result is a dynamic remix that honours Deep Sea Arcade’s legacy while propelling their sound into the future. Lead singer Nic McKenzie shared his excitement: “I’m absolutely loving the spin the Barley Passable guys have put on this rework of Steam. It’s inspired me to explore new and creative transitions for our live shows this March.”
Currently, the band is in the studio crafting their much-anticipated third album, co-produced and mixed by Jay Watson (Tame Impala, Pond). The first single, ‘No Direction,’ will debut in March 2025, alongside an East Coast tour supported by Naarm/Chicago-based psych artist Milou Moon.
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Tour Dates
Fri Mar 21 – Milton Motel, Milton FREE ENTRY (via Sun Duster)*
Sat Mar 22 – Pleasure Club, Newtown, Sydney, FREE ENTRY (via Tsk Tsk Magazine)*
Sun Mar 23 – Thirroul Railway Institute Hall, Thirroul (via Holy Pav)*
Fri Mar 28 – Port Campbell Pub, Port Campbell*
Sat Mar 29 – Punters Club, Fitzroy, Melbourne FREE ENTRY*
*Supported by Milou Moon
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The vinyl edition of Outlands, featuring the Barley Passable Re-Design of Steam and the Raindrop Remix of Granite City, is available now. Stay tuned for more updates as Deep Sea Arcade prepares for an exciting year ahead, blending fresh creativity with their signature sound.
‘Steam’ Barley Passable Redesign
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‘Outlands’ Vinyl
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Follow DEEP SEA ARCADE
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Photo – Andrew Mortlock
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