Collapse Board, More Friday Evening Gigs.

Good afternoon. It's a lovely day in Brisbane today, isn't it?

A quick word about Collapse Board, a new initiative led by Everett True (Plan B Magazine, the + in the Kurt + Courtney equation) and Justin Edwards (notaphoto). It's a local music blog aggregation service featuring the voices of local music writers and critics. It also has spotlight features and also have record and live reviews. I'm lucky enough to be aggregated there and will be also contributing from time to time. I recommend having a read of Alex Gillies spotlight on Teargas, cause it's great.

Also, DZ have a mouth watering show with Velociraptor and Sleepwalks tonight at the Zoo. Makes my choice of what to go see very hard!

Review: Sleepwalks "Clicks"

You know a song is good when you feel compelled to place it on your portable music-playing device without the feeling that you’re obligated too. You know the band is good when you choose to repel the drudgery of your work commute by listening to their music. These two anecdotes sum up my experience of listening to Sleepwalks newly released mini-ep “Clicks”.

Sleepwalks are a three-piece alternative rock act from Brisbane who have released what I think is a very solid three track mini-ep featuring ‘Clicks’, ‘Pith’ and ‘Negative’ in that order.

‘Clicks’, evokes memories of sweaty mosh pits filled with flannelette-addicted teenagers though it’s clear that certain pop sensibilities lurk somewhere under the distortion. It’s the standout tune of the release and probably the most accessible. That’s not to say that the other tracks are less worthy; indeed, my favourite moment of the entire release comes a third of the way through the second track ‘Pith’ in the form of a distorted and isolated mclusky-esque bassline.

Stylistically, this release speaks directly to my own sense of musical appreciation. I’m a sucker for those grunge hooks, the quiet-loud dynamics of bands like Nirvana, Dinosaur Jr, the Replacements and a legion of other grunge and punk acts that have clearly influenced Sleepwalks. My only real criticism is that the release is slightly on the short side – just as they drag you in, its over. However, it’s a more of a case of ‘taste of things to come’ that makes this band one to keep an ear out for in the coming year.

Regardless, I heartily endorse this local produce. It’s a solid first release and worthy of your attention (and your money). If you don’t believe, have a listen to the ‘Clicks’ above (the band have kindly given permission for you to ‘borrow’ a copy for yourself – the link is below).

Sleepwalks - Clicks [Song]

Sleepwalks support Die!Die!Die! on the 23d of April at the Coolangatta Hotel and again at the X&Y on the 24th of April. You can purchase their EP through Tym’s Guitars, Violent Green or the Outpost or by contacting the band directly.

Ps: You can listen to a live bootleg of Sleepwalks Browning Street Studios show from just last week over at Turn it Up!

Girls like that don't go for guys like us.

Velcome to Decembre! Last month of the year, and the time of year for copious amounts of drinking and eating and celebrating (apparently).

A few good gigs on this week that I think I might head out too.

Firstly, the ever so nice Blame Ringo play with The Gallant at Mish Mash (Rosies in the City) on Thursday the 10th of December. Thats assuming you're not already going to the giant Powderfinger/Custard show at the Riverstage. And if you are, I'm slightly jealous for missing out on Custard but also smirking at the fact that Custard fans will be greatly outnumbered by the church of Powderfinger. 'Internationalist' was a good album, but everything since? Blergh.

Idle.:.Cranes (still unsure of the stops and colon usage in the band name here!) bid farewell to Brisbane with a send off show at the Hangar on Saturday night (12th) before jetting off the the UK. This also doubles as the Hangar Xmas Party. The lineup looks pretty sweet and others on the bill include include the Judy Dolls, Re:enactment, Nova Scotia, Do The Robot, Sounds From The Ward, Sleepwalks.. Event kicks off at 5PM and cost is a measly $10 (BYO).

Delicious.