written by Chris Familton Sydney’s Circle Pit have been the subject of much online debate in recent months with their support slot for Yeah Yeah Yeahs, fashion spreads in Vice and assorted art and musical excursions. What they are primarily is a rock n roll band so it is a relief that they have finally released their debut Bruise Constellation to satiate the fans and … Continue reading REVIEW: CIRCLE PIT | Bruise Constellation
In the early 00s bands from New York like Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Strokes and Interpol all experienced a wealth of attention with their fresh takes on older musical genres and strong images that made them perfect fodder for magazines and marketing depts. Of those three bands YYY have managed to hold onto their mojo the longest with The Strokes burning out early (either by design … Continue reading REVIEW: YEAH YEAH YEAHS @ Hordern Pavilion, Sydney 08/01/10
Reunion tours are a common occurrence these days and for the most part they are performed by commercially successful bands trading on nostalgia. In that context it was a pleasant surprise to see Flipper hit Australian shores to remind people of their standing as one of the true originators of US punk and deliver what they themselves called a “true Flipper show”. Perhaps the biggest disappointment … Continue reading REVIEW: FLIPPER @ Manning Bar 13/06/09
Doubtful Sounds 