Donny Benét w/ OTNES at Motorco

Donny Benét returns with the next installment in his instrumental series, Il Basso, following the success of his 2022 EP Le Piano. The Australian multi-instrumentalist, producer, and songwriter puts the bass front and center, celebrating its role as the foundation and driving force behind music. Known for his distinctive blend of retro funk, synth-pop, and disco, Benét draws inspiration from vintage synthesizers and drum machines to create a sound that feels equal parts nostalgic and uniquely his own. On tour, he brings Il Basso to the stage alongside his band, mixing the new instrumental material with fan favorites from throughout his catalog.

Joining him on tour is OTNES, a Nashville-based interdisciplinary artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Blending vintage synth-pop textures, live instrumentation, experimental sound design, and ambient recordings, OTNES creates a dreamy, cinematic sound that draws on influences from the 1960s through the 1990s. Their debut album, Show Them What's Inside!, explores themes of loss, grief, and self-discovery through layered production and emotional songwriting. Live, OTNES performs alongside audiovisual artist Strangehandle (Jason Brooks), combining music with immersive lighting, set design, and performance art.