Discovered by radio including FBi and Triple J, the band’s first single “We Don’t Walk” captured the playfulness and self-assured outlook of youth developing a loyal fan base which was cemented with national touring. Now back with their second album, “ In Loving Memory”, The Paper Scissors have created a record for lovers of long-form albums, bringing together a range of influences and topics to create a truly international rock soundscape.
Melodie Nelson is the solo project of Lia Tsamoglou, one half of now defunct Sydney experimental drone duo Moonmilk and ex-bassist for alt-folk group Rand and Holland. Upon the release of her debut record, Meditations on the Sun, she answers our five questions.
Fresh from inking a deal with Sydney based indie Rice Is Nice, Donny Benét - solo artist and son of Antonio Giacomelli Benét, the famous Italian disco accordionist, sat down and answered our questions.
Kusum Normoyle is an artist and musician working in the area of extended vocal techniques and noise for both performance and installation.
Samuel Bruce is an artist and musician living in Western Sydney whose practice encompasses generative audiovisual abstraction, handmade electronics, a catalogue of garage sale signs and endurance karaoke. He performs crypto-occult sonic ritual as Black Math. Recordings are available from the futuristic virtual record label, Crypt Designers Guild.
Described as “taking a hearty influence from 60’s soul/pop bands as much as they do the garage punk rock” (Collective Zine) Sydney’s Royal Headache have made a huge impression both locally and abroad in their short two year history.
Having released their sophomore record, +DOME, to incredible reviews and sell out shows, Seekae have packed their bags and headed to the UK to showcase at Brighton’s The Great Escape, and across the UK and France. Here George (pictured: centre) answers our questions.
Eli Wolfe is one of Australia’s most creative troubadours, and is now touring Canada and Europe on the back of compelling performances at Canadian Music Week and a series of summer festivals back home. On stage, Eli opens a doorway to a mesmerising musical experience, with smooth, enchanting vocals and captivating guitar-work.
Independent artist Karen Hanna recently released her debut album – “Carry Me Away”. Written and produced on the north coast, the album marries beautiful music to lyrics encompassing both passion and reason. “Carry Me Away’’ will, like an old trusted friend, who knows your every secret, sing you a song for every season of the heart.
What was the first band you saw live?
Suzie Quatro when I was 13
What’d you learn from them?
That women could really hold their own in the music scene.
Got any pre-gig rituals?
Not really any rituals as I work with a variety of musicians, but I try to prepare physically by doing rib cage stretches and vocal warm ups and remind myself to relax and have fun.
What do you think the most important issue facing artists in NSW is?
Music creation, talent and entertainment being truly valued as an professional occupation. I am amazed that rates of pay for a gig now are about the same as they were 30 years ago !
If you weren’t a musician, what do you reckon you’d be doing?
Organising something !
Former program coordinator/co-presenter for Radio Skid Row’s (2RSR 88.9FM) ‘Move on Up’ weekly dance music show and an old school DJ/Producer (aka DJ Astroboy) in the Sydney underground dance music scene of the late 80s to mid 90s. Specialising in minimal, trip hop, acid lounge, chillout, downtempo, ambient dub – tending more to music which has an emotive quality.
What was the first band you saw live?
Kiss, supported by the Cats at the Sydney Showgrounds in 1980 – I was about 13 or so.
What’d you learn from them?
Performing live, music isn’t everything – it’s just one (integral) part of the complete package called showmanship.
Got any pre-gig rituals?
Check, double check, sound check – I find that a smooth, unhurried setup makes for a more relaxed performance.
What do you think the most important issue affecting artists in NSW is?
Personally, I found it difficult as an independent artist to find clear and concise information about self-publishing.
If you weren’t a musician, what do you reckon you’d be doing?
Probably sitting behind a desk somewhere with a phone in my hand trying to solve someone else’s problems.
One of Australia’s favourite blues and roots festival Bluesfest have just announced their sideshows for 2012 including impressive acts such as Ziggy Marley and Candi Station.
Held on January 19 at The National Art School in Darlinghurst, the FBi Radio SMAC Awards (Sydney, Music Art & Culture) recognised the artists, musicians, venues, promoters and culture makers that kept Sydney’s creative heart beating in 2011.
The HTH Initiative is a $10,000 grant funded by Hilltop Hoods and APRA to help emerging Australian Hip Hop artists to manufacture, market and release an album.
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