Issue 371

Epicure.



Heath McCurdy of Epicure is a genteel chap, noticeably subdued but amazingly, chosen by their publicist as the most talkative out of all the quiet mice in the band to have a yarn about their new record and subsequent tour. We kicked off proceedings with the normal pleasantries of, 'So, how's the weather?' 'Things goin' alright?' and 'Where are you at the moment?' ..

Sounds Like Sunset
Invisible
Architecture/Shock

On every level, in every way, this is a truly gorgeous recording. With infectious melodies, driving bass lines, searing guitars and dreamy vocals 'Invisible' contains every ingredient for the most delicious indie rock and when it comes together it is just so, so right. Yes, Sounds Like Sunset are heavily influenced by the gigantic swirling guitars and luscious melodies of the shoegazing bands of the late 80's and early 90's; however; 'Invisible' is not just another regurgitation of retro rock.
Every band aims to be original, but this actually is genuinely different from the other offerings in today's musical marketplace. ..

Hey, South Australia!

The dB Magazine Readers Awards (or, as we acronymically know it as, the dBras) is happening again and it's your chance to let us know what local talent has floated your rock'n'roll boat over the past 12 months!

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