Hello Sane Age Sins
Forming in Brisbane in 2005, Adelle are quickly making a name for themselves. After independently releasing their debut EP “When Your Voices Aren’t Vices” in 2006 and touring extensively on the back of it throughout 2007, Adelle are back with “Hello Sane Age Sins.” Mission #1 caught up with Michael Parker, Vocialist and guitarist for this unique quartet.
How did the band form?
Adelle was formed in late 2005 during the moments of darkness that define the most interesting part of a solar eclipse. It was exhilarating but over much too soon, observers on the day used adjectives to the likes of captivating and mesmerizing when describing the unison. By late 2006 we had gathered enough intelligence and appropriate auditory material to reproduce discs in sizeable quantities. This first “hearing” was aptly named “When Your Vices Aren’t Vices” due to our large number of personal defects and an even more personal choice to disregard and ignore them. We toured compellingly on this release throughout 2007 assimilating fans in an assortment of environments and realities.
Is there much sadism in the Adelle camp?
Not really, we’re more about creeping you out. Inflicting pain or humiliation on someone is likely to trigger specific predictable reactions in return (namely fight or flight) and predictable equals boring. When threatened or engaged in conflict our actions are designed to induce that uncomfortable sinking feeling in the pits of our rivals stomachs. In fact the trick to this is sexual masochism.
How are you guys looking forward to the upcoming tour? Anything you’re particularly looking forward to or dreading?
The only thing we dread about touring is the fact that we can not log into Second Life every few hours to cause havoc on the B&D rooms with our clown hats and water pistols. Apart from that it is like a party 24/7. My average day on tour consists of waking up, drinks with lunch, chill, play a show, free drinks at venue, chill, party in the room, round of Ouija board then a cooked breakfast about 2-3am before bed. Please note, on travel days all of these event still occur to an absurd degree while in transit.
Tell me about recording Hello Sane Age Sins…
We recorded the tracks with Guy Cooper of Serotonin Productions [A Secret Death, The Combovers, Driven Fear]. After exhaustively doing all the production and recording on “Vices” ourselves this was a welcoming change. Working with talent like Guy and the new crew at Darther Music has not only made the whole project more professional but has given the rest of us a lot more time to lurk the Internet for things like the leaked Veronicas pictures. Words still out on whether they are real or not though. On the more professional note I mentioned above…
“Hello Sane Age Sins” LP is a rendering of raw sound with cunningly astute production, the songs have groove with thrashings of rock and moments of calm, the lyrics are clever yet sharp with shades of malevolence. To me this disc is an anti-movement, awe-inspiring insubordination, like dancing in the underworld, defiance personified.
What were some of the main ideas/themes/inspirations behind the album?
This CD is about doing whatever we feel like providing the vibe is right. However this is simply a reflection of how we write music. You get the feeling a lot of bands write songs and if they don’t turn out enough like their favourite songs at the time they scrap them. This results in a battering of standard sound upon my ear drums neither impressing nor upsetting me, just leaving me speculating about what it feels like to be a drone. In stark contrast to this we let everything fly in all areas of songwriting from pre to post production. Try everything, say anything; if you think it might work it probably will, if it doesn’t use a crazy effect and see where that leaves you. I guess if I had to cap it off it in a statement I’d say open your mind, awaken the senses, be well read and versed even better, don’t follow, thinking for yourself is a choice and you’d be sensible to make it sometime.
Tell me about the voice-overs you use in your songs…
I assume this question pertains to the “new” song on the myspace. Scott recorded this song titled “The Big Picture” using Reason and his laptop; essentially it is a bridging track for between now and when the album is released. It goes well with long winding roads at night or banned substances. The voice over your referring too is that of Edgar Mitchell who is an astronaut that walked on the moon. In this particular snippet he is discussing the occasions when he was briefed by NASA about the existence of extraterrestrials.
Plans for the rest of the year?
When we get home from tour we will be finishing up three new motion picture projections for the album with possibilities for a fourth somewhere in the stratosphere. There are tour follow up shows in NSW planned for October, a weekend up north in the works and a big 2 week tour in Nov/Dec right round to Adelaide. As far as SE QLD is concerned there is a whole stack of shows planned across the city and the coast when we are once again blips on the radar. On the song writing front we have started pre-production on the 3rd album and are due to start recording later this year. Meanwhile we are shopping “Hello Sane Age Sins” LP to labels and promoters domestic and abroad before its release.
Anything else you’d like to talk about that I haven’t asked?
Sure, at our shows you can get free download cards. You receive a username and password off the card (emblazoned with the CD artwork) and are directed to www.thoughtcoercion.org where you can download 2 unreleased songs off the new album… You can also get them by becoming a field representative; contact us via myspace www.myspace.com/adellegroup for more information.
Adelle are on tour now, hitting Newcastle, Sydney, Canberra, the Central Coast and Brisbane. For more information hit up their myspace, http://www.myspace.com/adellegroup
Blacklist – They kick you in the teeth, and we know you like it.
Some of you may remember the once seminal Canberra act, Eldest Son, who were quite the popular lads back in their day. But when we all thought it was going so well, they, like far too many great bands, were lost to the unfathomable void of the band break-up, and many of you might have thought that all hope was lost.
BUT! No longer shall you have to lay awake at night, wondering how Canberra’s music scene will ever recover from this devastating loss, no longer shall you have to stand, teetering at the edge of that building, wondering if it’s worth it to carry on; because, rising from the ashes of Eldest Son, BLACKLIST have come to save the day!!
With a stellar 5-piece line-up, including Pat and Zach from Eldest Son, these guys have been tearing up local stages since their public unveiling early in 2008. The dedication that the band have put in to their music, has seen every one of their local shows so far, completely SOLD OUT .
And you’ll mighty chuffed to hear, that we at Mission #1 have scored an exclusive interview with drummer of the group, Pat!
Thanks so much for letting us pester you with our list of questions, hopefully shouldn’t take you too long to get through.
To kick things off, what first led to you guys playing together?
It happened back in July 07, when I made a phone call to Jake who was an old school friend of a friend. It took a while for us to tee up a jam, but we haven’t looked back since the first time we got together.
What was it like to play with Zach again, after Eldest Son?
When Eldest Son first got cranking with Witty, we were all really young and semi-new to our instruments.. so this time round, we’ve been a lot more focused as to what we want out of a band, and the right way to go about it.. Cutting out all the time wasting and stuff like that. So I guess, it’s been a lot more rewarding in a shorter space of time.
How much practice and writing did you guys do before you unleashed yourselves on the public?
Umm, the first time the 5 of us got together was in August 07.. then our first show was in February 08. So we spent a fair while getting a solid set together and recording a 3-track demo before we actually played a show.
You’ve sold out every local gig you’ve played so far, did you employ any sneaking marketing tactics to draw such massive crowds, or did you let the music do the dirty work?
Haha, not as such. The majority of the band members have played in bands before in Canberra so people seem to be happy with us playing back on stage. To be honest, we can’t get over the support – it’s a heap of fun!
What was it like to receive such a strong reaction right from the get-go?
Unexpected. We’ve been lucky enough to play with some of Canberra’s finest also (Tonk, Zero Degrees, Gasma). I guess it shows that putting in the hard yards before you play shows as a band, really does help you build hype and give good first impressions to crowds and those people who you’re trying to get noticed by.
If you could choose one band, together or not, to share the stage with, who would it be?
One band? I don’t think that’s possible haha. There’s so many different bands who have influenced all of us in different ways.
Has there been any label interest in the band?
A little bit. No names at this stage.
The word’s out that you guys are working on your debut album, how’s it coming along, and what can we expect to hear?
At this stage, we’re just gonna keep writing new material and take as much stuff into the studio as possible and put together the best debut we possibly can. No dates are set. We’re just writing at this stage.
Blacklist’s sound is a throwback to what many believe were the glory days for hard rock, was that an intentional move, or was it something that happened naturally?
It just happened naturally I think. Our main song writer is heavily influenced by “the glory days for hard rock”, and the fact that all of us like that period of music.. it’s just what happened haha!
If we were take a peek inside Blacklist’s rehearsal room, what would we see?
A piece of crap drum kit, empty cases of beer, and 5 sweaty men. Irresistible!
If you could give one tip to aspiring musicians, what would it be?
Be the best you can be at your instrument, and work hard. Get in a band, and play heaps of different types of music with people at a similar age. Find a different sound by playing with muso’s with different influences to you so your band doesn’t sound cliche.
As a band, what would you say your main influences are musically?
“..the glory days for hard rock..” So I guess, bands like.. Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Ozzy, Iron Maiden, Whitesnake and UFO.. too hard to name them all!
What is Blacklist’s vehicle of choice for touring?
An non-air conditioned van, with sticky vinyl seats. Mmm, sweaty!
What’s on the menu for you guys in the future?
Write, record and play live.. Oh, and a name change.. Stay tuned for that!!
So there you have it folks, everything you ever wanted to know about Blacklist, straight from the horse’s mouth! Secretive label interest, a kick-arse debut album, more live action, and a spankin’ new name; all on the horizon for one of the most promising bands to come out of Canberra in a long, long while.
Stay tuned for news, reviews, interviews and awesomesauce with Mission #1
The Search is over!
THROWING DOWN!
Hey guys and gals! My name is Melissa. Every fortnight I will be posting a new column that covers the punk/hardcore genre. You’re going to love it 
GET READY FOR..
THE SEARCH FOR CARLIERAE.
They’re a six-piece metal/hardcore band hailing from the country town of Numurkah, Victoria. It consists of:
-Shaun Bullock, 20, vocals.
-Sean Cox, 19, guitar/vocals.
-Dale McNair, 20, guitar.
-Fergus Dupleix, 18, bass.
-Jack Thomas, 18, drums.
-Leanne Carnegie, 18, synth/keyboard.
The band was born in early to mid 2007 and have already played with some big bands such as Operator Please and Carpathian. With a large, growing fan base, amazing performance and stage presence, they’re bound to go far.
I was able to get a few minutes with Fergus Dupleix who was happy to answer my questions.
Who’s idea was it to start the band?
“Jack and Shaun B started the band after Jack’s previous band fell apart.”
Has the band had any problems so far?
“We have so much drama sometimes, I’m surprised we’re still together. We’ve come close to losing members but we make it through as a team, and as friends.”
What’s the best gig you’ve played at?
“Hardcore ‘08 in Albury. We supported Carpathian and there was an amazing crowd. They were jumping around and smacking each other as if we were a huge band. It felt good.”
Interesting band name… Who came up with is and how?
“Shaun Bullock came up with the band name.
The story is he was trying to find some girl called Carlierae on MySpace.com. Something must have just clicked in his head.”
Be sure to check out these guys and support them at www.myspace.com/thesearchforcarlierae
Creating a Red Abum
The Red Paintings. Love them or hate them they are one of the most unique Australian bands around at the moment. Singer/Guitarist Trash McSweeney took a few moments away from mixing the bands debut album to have a chat to Mission #1 about life as the vision behind The Red Paintings, and I started by asking him about the American tour the band recently completed.
“Considering we had no marketing, no PR for our tour I thought we had great turn outs. Sure it wasn’t like touring with the [Dresden] Dolls playing to thousands each night. Overall I’m happy, I really couldn’t have asked for more. Plus I believe this trip to the USA was about a lot more then touring an idea.” I asked Trash what shows on the tour had stood out for him. “I’d say Portland because I was the most pissed of over the entire tour and we lifted the roof of the venue because of it. I also recall that night we sold a lot of merch and people were buying everything they could get their hands on.”
The band was touring the USA after playing at Museexpo, a showcase attracting some of the “most influential executive talent from around the globe.” I asked Trash what some of the feedback he has received from the industry representatives has been like. “[They said] that we are our own sound and idea, and they think we fit inside our own scene. I’ve received positive and negative [comments] and all comments made were valid.”
In 2007 The Red Paintings launched an appeal from their fans for donations, a pre-order, so they could record their debut album, titled The Revolution Is Never Coming. As mentioned earlier, Trash is in Canada mixing it. I asked him how it was coming along, and if there were any hints of a possible release date. “It’s a hard album to make, because it tests your patience like you wouldn’t believe. It’s coming along, I’ve changed ideas in the mix a few times now. This was the album I wanted to get right so it’s only fair that it would send me crazy and it’s doing a great job of that. I’m not ready at this stage to offer a release date, as soon as it’s complete in all ways I will see that date, and everyone that cares about us will notice.”
The album is set to be one of the defining moments of The Red Painting’s history so far. I asked if there was anything Trash wanted new listeners and old fans to take away after listening to it. “That they are received more then their $40 worth in these 13 songs. That I’m giving you an album that is been recorded and felt like no other. Doesn’t mean its any good just means I’ve [been] sacrificing myself for it. And lastly that i am very thankful for this incredible experience, this album has taken me to some life-changing places.”
The band is returning to Australian shores in July and August for two special showcase shows. Trash refused to give away any information about them, except that we can expect to see and hear animals screaming. I finished off asking Trash what art inspires him most. “Performance Art. Organizations that get out on the streets and protest against animal cruelty. That inspires me most.”
The Red Paintings return to Australia in August for two free showcase shows. To register for the ballot to receive a free double pass, visit http://www.individulaunch.com.au/
Check out The Red Paintings on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/theredpaintings . Debut album “The Revolution Is Never Coming” release date to be announced. Image sourced from the bands Myspace
Exclusive Interview with ‘Enolas Secret’
Earlier this week, We caught up with an Adelaide Emotronic rock band, Enolas Secret to discuss the elements of their music, and what makes their band a valid part of the Australian music scene. Tayla Rose questions Fabian Folghera, Guitar player and scream vocalist of the band, on all matters of their bands background and what’s coming next from the awesome Adelaide rockers.
Matt Holand. Lead vocals (24) Fabian Folghera. Guitar, screams (25) Brendan Bishop. Guitar (24) Wade Thomas. Bass, Back ups (24) Moose. Drums, samples (23) Mark veleski. Keys, piano, programming (24)
Defining our style had always been hard. We don’t scream enough to be screamo, were not hard enough to be Hardcore, were too heavy to be Emo, but were not heavy enough to be metal…we have more electronics than coldplay, but less than Enter shikari, we have riffs like underoath but not unlike scary kids scarring kids. We can be as intense as Thrice and as heavy as bullet for my valentine…
Brendan, Fabian, Matt and Wade all met approx 4-5 years ago and played music together or in bands who played together and moose joined them as a drummer 2 years ago. Mark being the last addition completed the lineup in April 07, not long before the bands first show.
Each member was searching for a different way to express themselves through music, some already in bands. After several jam sessions, Enolas Secret was born.
We are looking to get signed to a label for the release of our debut EP in jan-feb but being signed isn’t everything. Plenty of bands have made their own way without being signed and if it comes down to it, were fully prepared to go the same way.
Hahhaa…I love to talk gear… um..First up wade is endorsed my Gallien Kruger amps and ESP bass’s. He chose the gear as it was an upgrade from his previous gear and suited the bands sound.
Our drummer, Moose uses pearl drums and hardware and variety of different cymbals to suit our sound. He also uses a Roland sample pad.
Our keyboardist uses a very old Roland synth/keyboard live but has several vintage synths and an Alesis Micron for recording etc.
Both our guitarists use Marshall jcm 2000 dsl with 1960s quad box’s. We also both use MXR GT-OD, which is an overdrive pedal.
Brendan uses a les Paul studio guitar ’94 and an array of Boss effects pedals, including tuner, digital delay, phase shifter, tremolo and noise suppressor.
Fabian uses a Fender telecaster ’52 hot rod reissue with a EHM hot plate and an array of boss, MXR Dunlop and line6 pedals including, Line 6 Delay modeler and filter modeler, Boss tuner and noise suppressor, Mxr micro amp and phaser 90 and Paul Morrison tremolo.
We wanted to use gear that we all love, that gets the sound we want without compromising on cost or integrity. We’ve chosen instruments that are more vintage and classic rather modern and typical because we prefer the raw tone that we get.
We have performed in many venues across Australia, mainly in Adelaide in Vic. I love the castle in Vic and enigma bar, Adelaide..But by far Entertainment center Adelaide (TOC) was the best. We have a list of our upcoming shows on our myspace. (myspace.com/enolassecret)
Overall there is no underlying meaning or theme to our music…at the moment…
Basically each song is written for its own purpose, capturing a mood or a moment or a feeling that calls to written about. Really, it’s all about sharing with the rest of the world our experiences and thoughts.
We write all our own songs as a band
It can happen many ways, and we never try the same thing twice. Just because something works doesn’t mean you cant get a better result a different way.
We jam twice a week (Tues. and sun nights). Sun is for writing and Tues. we usually refine the current set.
We’ve all become really much more comfortable with each other and each playing styles and what we like an don’t and what does and doesn’t work. I think just recently we’ve discovered a side of ourselves that we want to portray through our music.
I think the biggest challenge we’ve had so far is finding the right songs for the debut EP! Just after we write several great songs and demo them out, we usually write another gem that we think should certainly be on their etc…I think we have found the songs we want but then again… there’s a lot of time between now and the tie we head in to the studio.
Haha.. Maybe not fame and fortune but definitely we want some form of recognition for the music we make. We want to achieve as much as we can from this life, and give as much of us musically that we can, without ever compromising the bands integrity.
Keep practicing, stay true to what you believe in and don’t be afraid to do it all yourself without the help of anyone. Also don’t be afraid to accept the help of others but most of all just play as many shows as you can and write as much music as you can.
“Make sure you keep an eye on us. We have the Eshays (East Coast) tour with Sienna Skies (NSW) and Adison (NZ) in September and then we hit the studio in Nov and we will have a new song up on our myspace in-between…xo”
You can catch up with the band, and gain access to their music using their myspace address: www.myspace.com/enolassecret or their pure volume: www.purevolume.com/enolassecret. Alternatively, check out the band at youtube.com/enolassecret.
Keep an eye out for the bands EP being recorded later this year, and more importantly, keep an eye out for any other news regarding the band, because its only a matter of time before these guys get noticed!
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Tayla Rose
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