Loene Carmen’s solo debut, the psychedelic bedroom recorded opus Born Funky Born Free, reflects her love of Funkadelic, Sly and Robbie style dub, old school country music and is in part a homage to legendary 70’s nasty gal Betty Davis.
Loene recorded the album, programmed the beats on her father’s ancient drum machine and played most of the instruments.
Also featuring Simon Day (RatCat), James Cruickshank (Cruel Sea), Cathy Green (X) and the mysterious Kristyna.
Loene recorded the album, programmed the beats on her father’s ancient drum machine and played most of the instruments.
Also featuring Simon Day (RatCat), James Cruickshank (Cruel Sea), Cathy Green (X) and the mysterious Kristyna.
“... like a femme-fatale fronted Hendrix/Velvet Underground freaky reggae dub party!” (Revolver)
“...a sensual, lo-fi trance inducing record that tacks together everything from funk and soul, blues, rock and psychedelia to dub and beats.. .it is Carmen’s show and she creates a sweaty, slithering sound” (The Age)
“This solo album is witness to Loene's distinctive talent...like nuthin’ you’ve ever heard before” (Drum Media)
“Slow, sultry and mesmerising...Lee Perry would be proud” (Inpress)