Have You Heard: A Man Called Son

Answered by: Simon Pearlman 

When did you start making music and why? Weaned on a steady diet of The Beatles and Neil Young as a kid, I was fascinated by songwriting and recording techniques. Early songs were written at the age of 17 on a piano subsequently ruined by rats. 

Sum up your musical sound in four words? Serene Atmospheric Jangly Rock

If you could only listen to one album forevermore, what would it be and why? Laughing Stock by Talk Talk. The story of this band is compelling. They began in the early '80s as New Romantic/Duran Duran pretenders to the throne. Their albums grew increasingly sophisticated, complex and moving. 

Greatest rock'n'roll moment of your career to date? Many moons ago, I was the drummer for Brisbane synth-rock band Genshen. At one gig, over-excited and dehydrated, I fell off my drum stool and was wedged between the floor tom and cymbal stand. The singer had to hoist me up.

Why should people come and see your band? Because we've finally struck the balance between song/banter ratio. Most importantly, our bassist (Stefanos Koroblitsas) has exquisite taste in hats.  

When and where are your next gigs? 6 Aug, Evelyn Hotel. We'll be playing with One Way Radio. 8.30pm start. $7 at the door. 

Website link for more info? facebook.com/amancalledson