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The longevity of music artists is a complex problem. Labels want you to produce more music to boost sales and streams, something less prolific musicians cannot achieve.
Unless you're Hugo Gruzman and Jimmy Lyell, that is.
The Flight Facilities, a duo of Australian producers Gruzman and Lyell, have been working against the grain for over a decade, releasing music at their speed and comfort and touring as they see fit.
Gruzman and Lyell first met as young adults in Sydney's DJ scene, repeatedly running into each other until they finally gave in to fate and decided to work together. Their first hit in 2010, the groovy lounge disco track "Crave You," was composed in Lyell's bedroom. Its popularity spread almost immediately, but rather than riding the wave of "Crave You," the pair decided to slow down their songwriting and release singles instead of an album.
Their goal was to connect with their audience more effectively, even telling music website The Line of Best Fit that they "never really planned to do an album."
Against the odds, the debut eventually came in the package of the album Down to Earth, released in 2014.
The duo demonstrated that electronic music could be many things at once, including a cacophony of sounds not limited to dreamlike ambient jams, funky rhythms, house, disco, pop, R&B, funk, and more.
In the five years following the release of their debut album, they released several one-off singles and eventually hit the world with their highly anticipated sophomore album, Forever, in 2021. Melodic, energetic and expansive, the album is a perfect metaphor for the Flight Facilities' live performances.
Lights, chanting and signature flight suits make up only a fraction of the experience at the duo's live performances. Their stage presence is so enveloping that you must believe this is what the music is all about for them. They want their music to feel personal, communal and all-encompassing, something that's hard to achieve through those pesky conventional studio albums.
It was so good. The venue is fantastic. Professional but not stuffy. I’ve been coming to 9:30 from Baltimore since I was a teenager (32 now). I’ve had so many positive experiences here. Great production and vibes. Flight facilities put on a wonderful show and write great music. Got my groove on for sure. God bless.
Such an amazing group--being Flight Facilities rarely tour in the USA, we first flew to Chicago in order to see them two weeks ago and ended up loving the show so much we flew to DC to see them again. Jimmy, Hugo, Owl Eyes & Ric were all fantastic. I absolutely adore this group and cannot wait to see them again next time.
Chill vibe. First time going venue cool no issues . Parking is about block away no big deal.
All was great but l found the stage too small for the show.
This show was amazing! Everyone involved really brought their A-game. It was evident that this band loves performing and is passionate about that they do. I'll try to see them again next time they head to Boston.
I still enjoyed my time, however, I could hardly hear the lyrics as the bass was pumped way too high. It might have been where I was standing, but just felt a bit annoyed, as I couldn't decipher any words to the songs being sang. Oh well. Still a good time. They're a fun group. Perhaps if anyone is to blame, it is the Belasco theater.
The venue was amazing! It was very rustic and unique like many older venues in LA while still feeling clean and modern in the right areas. The bars and overall layout was good. Flight Facilities rocked my night! No complaints here.
Amazing band in a great small venue. Really enjoyed the show.
No words to describe this amazing experience! My 4th time seeing Flight Facilities and they never fail to keep us grooving. My toddlers first concert and he LOVED IT!
Great show and opener was unreal. Excellent show, would highly recommend
