After working here at Popular Music Express for some time now I have come the to realisation that top 40 artists, and mainstream music events receive enough publicity from mainstream, well-known magazines and believe it is time for a change. I am suggesting that we think outside the square and start to provide more entertaining, fresh topics for discussion.
I will start with a band in which one of my mates is in…THE WIREFLYS! They comprise of a three-man band, Chris on vocals and bass, Justin on guitar and Ben on drums. They are an indie/rock/alternative band and have performed various gigs over the past 2 years in Maitland, Newcastle, Canberra, Armidale, Sydney and Melborne. The boys seem to be very popular with 2474 friends on their myspace profile and with a profile on Triple J unearthed. However, the coverage by the media is just not adequate for these boys to be able to make it big quick! The only reason I have heard of them is through friends of the band members, and once introduced decided to have a listen. You should to, Brown suits, black ties.
This post is the first of many local bands that I will be trying to promote, so have a listen, look at their website, tell me what you think…
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May 14, 2008 at 2:35 am
c3088775
I checked out The Wireflys myspace page and I really enjoyed their music. I think I may try and attend their show tomorrow night at the Bar on the Hill. In reading their about the band section the boys proved themselves to be very focused and determined on developing their music and to enhance their live experience for performance attendees.
“They are now more determined than ever to focus on their sound, and their live show, and they refuse to let any adversity stand in their way. ”
The three are talented musicians who have collaborated and they claim that,
“The band is now armed with all the right tools to construct a massive live show & are ready to now show you why they deserve your eyes and ears.”
I’m excited to see what the band comes up with and possibly how the performance goes tomorrow night!
May 17, 2008 at 4:55 am
megan5
Hey Jess!
I agree 100%. I think that it is important to promote local bands in order to gain a sense of diversity in our society. I also feel that we should explore topics that do not gain much coverage in relation to live and local music.
Check out my posts on live music and the internet and let me know what you think.
Have you been to one of The Wireflys shows lately? If so post some pics!!!
Megan