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Album out May 15

Loop are proud to partner with US label Ineffable Music for the Australasian release of The Elovaters new album Shark Belly Motel. Following a strong run of singles over the past nine months, their fifth studio album arrives, showcasing their genre-blending mix of soulful-reggae with tinges of alternative rock and pop.

Shark Belly Motel continues the band’s upward trajectory. Known for their uplifting, surf-influenced sound, The Elovaters have become a leading act in the US progressive roots scene since forming in 2014. The release coincides with a sold-out show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, following a year of extensive touring. Recorded with producer Jon Joseph, a member of the band Børns, and producer/collaborator with the likes of Sublime and illuminati hotties, the album showcases the wide range of influences from a band who grew up listening to rock, pop, and hip-hop, as well as more traditional roots music.

From their early days playing dive bars in Boston, the band built momentum through a powerful live show and consistent releases. Their 2018 album Defy Gravity reached number one on both Billboard and iTunes reggae charts and was recognised as album of the year by multiple publications.

Shark Belly Motel sees The Elovaters refine their sound - a seamless blend of soulful reggae and alternative rock, rooted in Boston but feeling just as at home on the shores of California and Aotearoa.