How would you describe ONO? The idea is for people to come and bliss out to really immersive sounds – a party that’s free of the obligation to party, where you can appreciate the subtlety of the music and good company.
Why did you create ONO? When you catch your mate’s eye with a knowing smile, realising what you’re seeing is incredible – that feeling is the best. To us, Melbourne seems open to softer and experimental ambient sounds.
How important is atmosphere and location to ONO? The Substation is a dramatic venue, its scale means that people will have room to move around and make the space their own. We wanted people to come with no expectations or reference points – and a club venue just didn’t work in that regard.
What most excites you about the lineup?Each act has a firm handle on the hypnotic and the ethereal. With these four artists, we explore the idea of music as a vehicle to travel across time and space and the power of abstract storytelling.
Has there been an experience that has stayed in your mind as a great example of what the project embodies? Earlier this year we attended a gig in the UK where one of the stages was set up inside a yurt full of cushions and blankets – a favourite act of ours played and the music was so powerful and overwhelming we were glad we had space to lie down and take it all in.
