Kayex Warrior Games Interview

Electronic Duo Kayex Release Groovy New SingleWarrior Games

Aiming to eliminate fear and bring confidence back into people's lives, electronic duo and kings of ornate dance jams Kayex have released their groovy new single " Warrior Games ". The track has a timeless, fluid groove, and its amalgamation of various genres - from indie-pop to funk electronic to ambient - gives it an addictively unique quality.

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Co-written and produced by Lionel Towers ( Gypsy & The Cat ), and mastered by Mike Marsh ( Calvin Harris, Chemical Brothers ), " Warrior Games " radiates warmth and originality.

With the single being released in the midst of their time on the road supporting Crooked Colours , Kayex explain, "We wrote ' Warrior Games ' while we were dealing with a few creative and personal obstacles… When people listen to this song, we want them to feel as if they have no fear but complete confidence in their path, whatever that may be. Trust the process and have faith in the work you've put in."

From school friends in Perth, to studio partners in Sydney, KAYEX 's members Palassi Kailis and Tom Derickx combine both electronic samples and live instrumentation in a way that speaks to the broadening tastes of today's pop scene.

The duo debuted their live show at Sydney's Listen Out Festival , and in late 2018 won the triple j Unearthed competition that allowed them to perform at Sydney's Field Day Festival on New Year's Day 2019. They also supported SG Lewis on his national Australian tour in 2018, and Crooked Colours on their national Australian tour.

Drawing from inspirations such as Daft Punk, Kanye West and Chance the Rapper, there is no doubt that Kayex will continue to push boundaries in 2019.

Interview with Kayex

Question: How would you describe your music?

Kayex: Feel good music for all ages that has lyrical substance and meaning. Definitely something you can party to as well!


Question: What inspired you when creating Warrior Games?

Kayex: Initially we wanted to make an alternative pop track. However, the concept for Warrior Games came about when we were in a vulnerable place mentally. It's about dealing with these types of situations and believing in the path that you're on. We never really set out to make something that touched on darker times but it's just the way it played out. We guess it still has an alternative pop vibe about it too.


Question: What motivates you most when writing music?

Kayex: That feeling of creating a completely original idea and watching it form into something super special that then evokes the same types of emotions in others.


Question: How has it been touring with Crooked Colours?

Kayex: Crazy. Exhausting. Incredible. They're the biggest legends ever and make us feel so welcome.


Question: Which is your favourite song to perform live and why?

Kayex: Warrior Games for sure! There's always such a great vibe in the room as the song goes through different shades. It's also one of the more challenging songs to play (laughs).


Question: If you could have anyone, in the world, attend a show, who would it be?

Kayex: Prince Harry.


Question: Do you prefer performing live or recording?

Kayex: They're both so different and so incredible. If we had to choose, performing!

Question: How did the band come together?

Kayex: We were at friend's birthday after years of not seeing each other and then the next thing we knew, we were maxing out a credit card and building a studio in Palassi's bedroom the day after.


Question: Which music/artists are you currently listening to?

Kayex: Asap Rocky, Tame Impala, Karnivool, Russ, Childish Gambino, Chance The Rapper, Daft Punk, Post Malone, Kanye West, The Weeknd and James Blake.


Question: What or who was your inspiration to go into the music industry?

Kayex: It just happened due to a shared passion we both have for creating sounds and chasing anything that will give us an adrenaline rush.


Question: If you could collaborate with another artist, who would it be?

Kayex: Lady Gaga.


Question: What's a typical day like?
Kayex: Wake up, surf, jump in the studio, drill some wood, babysit, surf again, mediate and back to the studio.


Question: Can you share your socials?

Kayex:   We're on: Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.


Question: What's next for you guys?

Kayex: We're working on an album which will hopefully set us up for our debut national headline tour. Nonstop shows and new music! We've also got some big plans working with some brands to create some crazy ventures. Oh and we're off to NYC in July to support Naughty by Nature...pinching ourselves (laughs)


Interview by Brooke Hunter