Brendan Telford, Journalist

“But I think that this time we wanted to go all out and have a crack at bringing a Prince-like vibe."

I think that [Dance Dance Dance] is like a crossover,

It’s a tightrope of precision, a wonky traipse through the better parts of the pop realm, and exultant in its follies and foibles.

When a band can show other beautifully rendered sides to themselves away from the glare of the longplayer and singles, the true majesty of their character can shine.

"There was a new energy, and we were determined not to compromise but instead make decisions where we saw fit. Things were allowed to be different; that idea seemed totally valid."

"We trimmed away until what we had left was something punchy. All the best bits are jammed in there, so nothing is left to chance this time around."

"It’s been our life for so long now that to stop playing is weird; it’s nice but we end up counting down ‘til we are back out there again."

Melbourne-based garage pop duo Super Wild Horses have kept their cards close to their chest recently. Amy Franz shares the band’s secrets with Brendan Telford.

If you haven’t seen Straight Arrows, you are missing out on one of the greatest live performances of your life. Owen Penglis wanders around a Dan Murphy’s carpark explaining to Brendan Telford the fruits of their labour.

“I believe we have a long way to go as musicians, but I think the reasons why people are starting to gravitate towards us and other bands like us is because of our focus on melody and working hard on our live shows.”