Author: strangemajik
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Strange Majik’s New Single Is Stranger
I’ve always been inspired by soul music of the 70s and 80s. Particularly the anglicized soul of David Bowie and Brian Ferry. The summer and fall of 2024 brought a new fascination of F. Scott Fitzgerald with his iconic prose and worldly sense of class. I re-read Gatsby and devoured his remaining catalogue. Strangers is…
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“Queen of the Night” Stellar Review on Medium
A four star review of Strange Majik’s “Queen of the NIght” from Madeline Dovi for The Riff on Medium.com. Clink the link and check out how deep this woman delves into the themes behind the song. Such a vibrant take on the song. “ “Majik describes her as “a splash of color in the black-and-white,”…
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Queen Of The Night drops OCT 1
Following up the “NYC Animal” album, Strange Majik re-emerges with the bold “Queen Of The Night,” a rock nod to the iconic Giorgio Moroder whose sexy dance floor bangers propelled Blondie, David Bowie and Donna Summer Into the 80s. Backed by his Fripp inspired infinite sustaining guitar lines, Geoff Burke on sax, and up and…
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Rbeatz Podcast iNterview and LP Review
I sat down (literally) from home speaking with Tess from indie podcasters rBeatz in Charlotte, NC. Jess was great at keeping me from rambling on about my years in the music business! “This is a complete throwback to the days of indie sleaze rock and roll, and it’s fantastic. You can feel the influence of…
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Goldmine Magazine features Strange Majik
I spoke with music maven, producer and award winning writer Tone Scott at Goldmine Magazine and revealed a few nuggets on my history as well as the story of the inspiration behind “NYC Animal.” Hope you enjoy. There is also a beautiful review of the record. Goldmine is the record collector’s magazine since 1974. Check…
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Strange Majik featured on Medium.com
A stellar review from young talented ingenue Madeline Dovi for The Riff on Medium.com Here’s an excerpt but click to read more. “The 1970s saw a revolution in culture, philosophy, music, and overall attitudes towards society. When you think of the 70s, it’s empowerment, shags, lipstick, leather, floor-length fur coats, sexual liberation, hitchhiking, Studio 54…
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“NYC ANIMAL” IS UNLEASHED JAN 12.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1-4-24 Strange Majik Unleashes “NYC Animal” Album NewYork, NY – Jan 4, 2024 – Indie rock fans are in for a treat as Strange Majik, the musical alter-ego of prolific NYC producer guitarist David Pattillo, unveils his latest album, “NYC Animal.” Known for his dynamic electric performances fusing blues, rock, and soul,…
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The 5th Single from NYC Animal drops Nov 10!
The final single and the last tune from the NYC Animal” LP drops on Friday!! The song is called “Catalina” and was completed by a stroke of wild manifested Majik in Redondo Beach during the Beachlife Ranch Festival last year. Cali friends will definitely turn this one up!! LP drops everywhere Jan 12!!! Vinyl out…
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New Single for October “Black Lashes”
The fourth single on the upcoming LP “NYC Animal” is out! Black Lashes is a deep dive into the 10 song LP due Jan 12, 2024. Vinyl Avail Now! Cover Photo: Michael Williams for Imagista
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NYC Animal Vinyl is HERE
The wait is over! Finally you can now own the new 10 song LP that Blues 21 calls “bold and provocative” on vinyl. The digital version will release Jan 12 so get your copy now. It’s my loveletter to New York Rock with nods to Iggy Pop, Lou Reed, David Bowie and The Rolling Stones.…