Birthday Bash: Don Fernando

Answered by: Andy Simpson (lead vocals and guitar)

How many candles are we blowing out this year? It's been ten years since we really started as a band, we had a few years in the garage before that though!

In all this time, have you ever ended up in your birthday suit at a gig? We have come close a few times due to extreme heat! Ha ha. But, no, we tend to keep our clothes on until the after party.

Highlight of your musical career so far? Playing Desertfest in London alongside some of our favorite bands including Red Fang, Sleep, Brant Bjork and Karma To Burn.

What do you put the longevity of your music career down to? We just try to focus on two main things, good songs and a good live show. We try not to get caught up in all the bullshit that can come long with playing in bands.

What's happening for you musically in the near future? We are doing this short run of shows to celebrate ten years then we are going to knuckle down in the studio doing some writing.

When and where can we celebrate with you? 2 Dec, Rad Bar, Wollongong; 3 Dec, The Beach Club Collaroy; 4 Dec, Town Hall Hotel Newtown; 17 Dec, Cherry Bar

Website link for more info? donfernandomusic.com