Japes is the project of Mia Kelly (she/they), a musician, producer, DJ and broadcaster originally from Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) and now residing in Naarm (Melbourne).

Omen is a heady brew of bubbled synthesizer, field recordings, deep rhythmic bass, dusty percussion, wonky pads, liquid guitar lines and metallic drones. Omen showcases Kelly’s ability to intertwine their love for electronic music with honest songwriting, reflecting on themes of heartbreak, mental health, and the feeling of alienation.  

The songs on Omen were co-produced, mixed and mastered by Bevan Smith (Introverted Dancefloor, Glass Vaults). The album also features drums from Riley Dick (Mirror Ritual, Spectre Collective), and drum contributions from Ben Lemi and Cory Champion. 

TRACKLIST

1. Kneel
2. Omen 
3. Doom 
4. Boys 
5. Process 
6. Lighter Thief
7. Remember, Forget