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Makin Waves Song of the Week: “Binary World” by Hot4Robot

By Bob Makin

originally published: 06/25/2021


Delaware Valley alt-rockers  Hot4Robot have released the first video from their recently dropped self-titled debut album. The trippy clip for the LP’s second single, “Binary World,” makes its media debut here in Makin Waves at New Jersey Stage.

A multi-layered soundscape with thought-provoking commentary like much of the LP, “Binary World” features a danceable indie-pop take on the new wave of the early ‘80s ala Psychedelic Furs and Thompson Twins. The video features quasi-cyborg versions of Alex and co-founding multi-instrumentalist Dave Cahill performing in a computer-generated, effect-saturated landscape. 

“In an increasingly polarized, black and white world, inhabiting the gray area becomes an act of rebellion,” said Hot4Robot co-founding vocalist Alex Radus, an acclaimed solo artist and former member of the duo duende. 

Featured on numerous radio programs and 34 Spotify playlists, Hot4Robot soon will announce a variety of online and live appearances. Find out more at hot4robot.com

Bob Makin has produced Makin Waves since 1988. Follow Makin Waves on Facebook and contact Bob at [email protected]. 




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About the author:

New Jersey Stage is proud to be the home of Bob Makin's Makin Waves column since 2017. His Song of the Week column comes out every Friday. He also writes an Album of the Month and Interview of the Month as well.


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