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“Modelling was great, but it was never the focus. The focus was always to get our hands dirty with music.”

“This big thing about ‘triple j’ sound – to be honest that does exist, and I know a lot of bands that do wonder if they need to fit in."

"I’d go so far as to say that one of the major tasks that we perform on stage is sounding out the room in an artful sense."

Prepared Like a Bride are on a blazing trail to success. Having already gained a significant following, the Queensland band's debut album, 'Overcomer' is initially being met with solid reviews and praise. The group's upcoming Australian tour will only prove just as well-received. We spoke with lead singer, Ryan Bowles to discuss the album and the upcoming tour.  

Caulfield are only going up. Since their inception the rise has been clear and full of intent. The band now brings their metalcore dynamic to the road with a support spot on the upcoming iwrestledabearonce Australian tour. We spoke with clean vocalist and guitarist Andrew Gill about the upcoming shows and everything else happening in the world of Caulfield.

"I think what we’re trying to do [with the new album] is expand the parameters of this sound that we’ve already carved out for ourselves."

"I’ve known these guys forever and I have every bit of faith that they know what they’re doing."

"I had heard of Sarah’s reputation as a pretty hardcore rock’n’roll chick, and the fact that a lot of people absolutely adored her voice and what she did with The Superjesus and all that."

"I don’t think we trust many other people."

"I was listening to people like Outkast, Mos Def, Common, J Dilla, The Roots – really lots of people, to try and pick up different skills."

"I love everyday stories – sometimes things don’t work out and there’s not much you can do about it."