Crossover by Emma Donovan & The Putbacks
Renowned indigenous soul singer and powerhouse vocalist Emma Donovan and critically-acclaimed rhythm combo The Putbacks have released their much-anticipated new album Crossover, defining a new flavour in the feast of Australian music.
With nostalgic songwriting delving into Emma’s childhood, family and her late mother, Crossover is a beautifully honest soulful ride through the past, with relevance to the now.
The personal, yet powerful lyrics throughout Crossover are emphasised by The Putbacks sharp, dynamic and funky rhythms, delivering a swag of soul-defining songs with sentimental hints of Stax and classic Atlantic recordings the whole way through.
Emma Donovan & The Putbacks first burst onto the scene together with 2014’s epic Dawn which won fans all over the world. Since then, Emma Donovan has toured and recorded with Archie Roach and Ruby Hunter, Paul Kelly and Spinifex Gum, while The Putbacks released their debut self-titled album in 2018.
Following on from the successful collaboration with Dawn, Crossover highlights the band’s shared love for classic American soul and the protest music of indigenous Australia, with a uniquely Australian accent.
Growing up singing church songs with her grandparents on the North Coast of New South Wales, Emma’s grandmother is the focus of the first single off the album Pink Skirt, whilst her mother forms the yearning and heartfelt masterpiece of Crossover; a tribute to memories made, connection and ongoing spirit.
Five-piece combo The Putbacks are veterans of the recording studio, having performed across a variety of festivals and major events for over a decade, establishing themselves as Melbourne’s go-to instrumental funk ensemble.
Tracklist
| 1. | Crossover | 5:40 |
| 2. | Don't Give Up On Me | 3:45 |
| 3. | Hold On | 4:25 |
| 4. | Mob March | 5:42 |
| 5. | Pink Skirt | 5:09 |
| 6. | Yarian Mitji | 3:44 |
| 7. | Leftovers | 3:08 |
| 8. | Warrell Creek Song | 5:39 |
| 9. | Pretty One | 5:06 |
Credits
Written by Emma Donovan & The Putbacks
Emma Donovan - Vocals
Simon Mavin - Keyboards
Rory McDougall - Drums
Mick Meagher - Bass
Tom Martin - Guitar
Justin Marshall - Percussion
Produced by Simon Mavin
Engineered by Nick Herrera
Additional Recording by Simon Mavin & Justin Marshall
Mastered by Lachlan Carrick
Backing Vocalists: Deline Briscoe, Emma Donovan, Abbey Howlett, Hannah Macklin, Simon Mavin, Lachlan Mitchell and Danika Smith.
Choir: Marliya Choir
Special thanks: Paul Bender, Felix Riebl
Photos by Wilk
Design by Kano
License
All rights reserved.
Emma Donovan & The Putbacks first burst onto the scene together with 2014’s epic Dawn which won fans all over the world. Since then, Emma Donovan has toured and recorded with Archie Roach, Ruby Hunter and Paul Kelly while The Putbacks released their debut self-titled album in 2018. The Putbacks have established themselves as Melbourne’s go-to instrumental funk ensemble.