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MO’JU NATIONAL ALBUM TOUR ANNOUNCED

As they approach the March 24th release date of their new LP ‘Oro, Plata, Mata’ Mo’ju has continued their upward trajectory executing spectacular shows with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at Hamer Hall, bringing the party to Golden Plains and sharing the stage with the likes of Kylie and Charlie XCX for Sydney World Pride and a special intimate live set for RRR.

A short break and Mo’Ju will be heading out on a national tour to celebrate the launch of ‘Oro, Plata, Mata’, with some special guests to be announced, dates below and on sale now. From now until March 29th you can grab an exclusive ticket and album bundles from mojumusic.com

Recent years have seen ARIA-nominated musician and songwriter Mo’Ju enter new realms of renown, their brand of visceral storytelling striking at the heart of a country whose social and cultural climate was manoeuvring a particular state of unrest and change.

The inability to categorise where an artist such as Mo’Ju fits has been a common narrative throughout their career. However, the Naarm-based musician, songwriter, storyteller and third culture kid (Filipino/Wiradjuri), is not here to be boxed in and commodified. Their music is created in alignment with a central artistic vision that is built on truth, authenticity and most importantly, legacy.

‘Oro, Plata, Mata’ the fourth studio LP from Mo’Ju, explores a myriad of themes and experiences anchored by a direct homage to Mo’Ju’s late Tito (uncle) Peque Gallaga, the album’s title references Oro, Plata, Mata, a 1982 historical war drama Gallaga directed.

Whilst the overarching narrative is different, the album is similar to the film in the way it follows a three chapter structure; each chapter containing three songs that revolve around a central theme. Both the album and the film share the name of, and reference, a Filipino architectural superstition of the number three.

Oro, Plata, Mata threads sounds from the old and new worlds together in creating a sonic landscape that is contemporary and engaging. Kulintang (traditional percussion) blends with woodwind and dramatic piano, before careening into lush soundscapes marked by glitchy, almost industrial production.

Long-time collaborator Henry Jenkins produced Oro, Plata, Mata, with additional production touches courtesy of Lewis Coleman (‘Money’, ‘Change Has To Come’, ‘The Future’) and Milan Ring (‘Bran Nue Wurld’).

The natural dynamism of Mo’Ju’s relationship with her peers here elevates the album; listeners can hear how at ease each collaborator’s presence is on record.

Oro, Plata, Mata also features the voice of Mo’Ju’s Tita (aunt) Madie Gallaga, who can be heard introducing each chapter of the record; adding a hauntingly beautiful presence to the album.

As it moves through each chapter, the sonic mood shifts, effortlessly opening up into moments of crisp alternative R&B and soul.

And throughout it all, Mo’Ju’s vocals are resplendent, full of urgency and charisma.

“I’ve grown so much as an artist, and a person. With Native Tongue, I cracked myself wide open. I allowed myself to be vulnerable and expose more facets of who I am than I ever had before.

I went from having all this mystery, creating this mythology, almost playing a caricature, to taking the mask off, letting the walls down. Native Tongue was a brand-new chapter. Now, I’m here; this is me; I’m done explaining, I’ve got bigger ideas to talk about.” MO’JU

Thematically the album encompasses a kaleidoscope of topics.

Across twelve tracks, Mo’Ju explores the glorification of wealth and fame, as well as the privilege and pressure that comes from living in a capitalist society (Oro); spirituality, political change, the complex and beautiful human condition (Plata); Eco and existential anxiety and above all, a fierce desire to always be looking towards a brighter future (Mata).

For Mo’Ju, the last few years have been monumental in terms of professional and personal change. Becoming a parent as the world was entering a period of unprecedented turmoil, dramatically shifted their perspectives and priorities.

Born out of this period of change, Mo’Ju’s new music has an essence of assertiveness threaded throughout. They know that this part of their story doesn’t stop with the completion of this album – in some ways, it is just beginning. It cannot end with this sense of ‘mata’ or bad luck. Instead, we move forward and attempt to build a better world, one that supports and sustains us.

“Music was the solace that I found, it was the thing that gave me comfort through it all. I lost my grandfather in the first year of the pandemic. I had my first child. My world got smaller and I really needed that. It was healing and it reinvigorated me, reminded me I am making art, I’m not a commodity. My family is what matters to me. All the other stuff is noise. Writing music got me through the difficult parts of that but it also gave me lots of joy. MO’JU

Oro, Plata, Mata sees Mo’Ju emerge from a chrysalis of introspection and view the world with a fresh perspective. Shedding the pressures that carried over from the huge success of their last record, Mo’Ju engages in this new creative phase, reawakened, refreshed and looking to the future while drawing strength and inspiration from the past.

As they approach the March 24th release date of their new LP ‘Oro, Plata, Mata’ Mo’ju has continued their upward trajectory executing spectacular shows with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at Hamer Hall, bringing the party to Golden Plains and sharing the stage with the likes of Kylie and Charlie XCX for Sydney World Pride and a special intimate live set for RRR.

A short break and Mo’Ju will be heading out on a national tour to celebrate the launch of ‘Oro, Plata, Mata’, with some special guests to be announced, dates below and on sale now. From now until March 29th you can grab an exclusive ticket and album bundles from mojumusic.com

Recent years have seen ARIA-nominated musician and songwriter Mo’Ju enter new realms of renown, their brand of visceral storytelling striking at the heart of a country whose social and cultural climate was manoeuvring a particular state of unrest and change.

The inability to categorise where an artist such as Mo’Ju fits has been a common narrative throughout their career. However, the Naarm-based musician, songwriter, storyteller and third culture kid (Filipino/Wiradjuri), is not here to be boxed in and commodified. Their music is created in alignment with a central artistic vision that is built on truth, authenticity and most importantly, legacy.

‘Oro, Plata, Mata’ the fourth studio LP from Mo’Ju, explores a myriad of themes and experiences anchored by a direct homage to Mo’Ju’s late Tito (uncle) Peque Gallaga, the album’s title references Oro, Plata, Mata, a 1982 historical war drama Gallaga directed.

Whilst the overarching narrative is different, the album is similar to the film in the way it follows a three chapter structure; each chapter containing three songs that revolve around a central theme. Both the album and the film share the name of, and reference, a Filipino architectural superstition of the number three.

Oro, Plata, Mata threads sounds from the old and new worlds together in creating a sonic landscape that is contemporary and engaging. Kulintang (traditional percussion) blends with woodwind and dramatic piano, before careening into lush soundscapes marked by glitchy, almost industrial production.

Long-time collaborator Henry Jenkins produced Oro, Plata, Mata, with additional production touches courtesy of Lewis Coleman (‘Money’, ‘Change Has To Come’, ‘The Future’) and Milan Ring (‘Bran Nue Wurld’).

The natural dynamism of Mo’Ju’s relationship with her peers here elevates the album; listeners can hear how at ease each collaborator’s presence is on record.

Oro, Plata, Mata also features the voice of Mo’Ju’s Tita (aunt) Madie Gallaga, who can be heard introducing each chapter of the record; adding a hauntingly beautiful presence to the album.

As it moves through each chapter, the sonic mood shifts, effortlessly opening up into moments of crisp alternative R&B and soul.

And throughout it all, Mo’Ju’s vocals are resplendent, full of urgency and charisma.
“I’ve grown so much as an artist, and a person. With Native Tongue, I cracked myself wide open. I allowed myself to be vulnerable and expose more facets of who I am than I ever had before.

I went from having all this mystery, creating this mythology, almost playing a caricature, to taking the mask off, letting the walls down. Native Tongue was a brand-new chapter. Now, I’m here; this is me; I’m done explaining, I’ve got bigger ideas to talk about.” MO’JU

Thematically the album encompasses a kaleidoscope of topics.

Across twelve tracks, Mo’Ju explores the glorification of wealth and fame, as well as the privilege and pressure that comes from living in a capitalist society (Oro); spirituality, political change, the complex and beautiful human condition (Plata); Eco and existential anxiety and above all, a fierce desire to always be looking towards a brighter future (Mata).

For Mo’Ju, the last few years have been monumental in terms of professional and personal change. Becoming a parent as the world was entering a period of unprecedented turmoil, dramatically shifted their perspectives and priorities.

Born out of this period of change, Mo’Ju’s new music has an essence of assertiveness threaded throughout. They know that this part of their story doesn’t stop with the completion of this album – in some ways, it is just a better world, one that supports and sustains us.

“Music was the solace that I found, it was the thing that gave me comfort through it all. I lost my grandfather in the first year of the pandemic. I had my first child. My world got smaller and I really needed that. It was healing and it reinvigorated me, reminded me I am making art, I’m not a commodity. My family is what matters to me. All the other stuff is noise. Writing music got me through the difficult parts of that but it also gave me lots of joy. MO’JU

Oro, Plata, Mata sees Mo’Ju emerge from a chrysalis of introspection and view the world with a fresh perspective. Shedding the pressures that carried over from the huge success of their last record, Mo’Ju engages in this new creative phase, reawakened, refreshed and looking to the future while drawing strength and inspiration from the past.

Oro, Plata, Mata Track Listing:

1 Oro
2 Gold
3 Money
4 Midas (Ft. Ryo & Waari)
5 Plata
6 Something To Believe In (Ft. Ngaiire)
7 Bran Nue Wurld
8 Change Has To Come
9 Mata
10 The Future
11 World Would End
12 Swam Song (Ft. Meklit)

MO’JU Oro, Plata, Mata Album Tour 2023
Sat Apr 15       Boorloo Heritage Festival                          Boorloo/ Perth            WA
https://visitperth.com/en/events/moju—karla-hart-productions

Fri May 26       Fat Controller                          Kaurna Country / Adelaide            SA

Sat May 27      Howler                            Wurundjeri Country / Melbourne            VIC

Wed May 31    The Outpost                                           Meanjin /Brisbane            QLD

Thur Jun 1       Mary’s Underground                Gadigal Country / Sydney           NSW

Sat Jun 3        Saltwater Freshwater Festival      Guruk / Port Macquarie            NSW
https://www.saltwaterfreshwater.com.au/festival/

Tix on sale now from mojumusic.com/tour

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