Hey! We are Beat, who are you?
Hey Beat! We are The Lovely Days, originally from Byron Bay, now chilling in Melbourne.
Bearing the terrible clichéd nature of this question, what do you reckon people will say you sound like?
If Steely Dan had a cuppa’ with Supertramp before heading off to a Beatles reunion gig.
If you could travel back in time and show one of your musical heroes your stuff, who would it be and why?
McCartney in his beard years because we could go horse riding in between recording takes.
Name the most challenging and rewarding parts of recording your debut LP.
The most challenging part was figuring out how to make a record in a lounge room. The most rewarding part was being able to hang out for a week in a lush place and make music together.
Tell us about the last song you wrote.
A tune called Woman. It was a verse and a chorus that came together real quick. It’s become one of the faves for us on the LP.
What inspires or has influenced your music the most?
Our dad started teaching us when were kids. He’s been playing piano his whole life and is the most incredible songwriter. He makes it real easy to feel inspired.
What do you think a band has to do these days to succeed?
Keep writing and recording and playing lots of shows everywhere all the time. Do that for a while and then kick back and grow a nice garden.
Do you have a pre-gig ritual? If so, what is it?
Chill, chat, hug and then ROCK.
Name an interview question you wish someone would ask you, and answer it.
What’s your favourite song right now? Fools by Meals.
What can punters expect from your album launch at the John Curtin?
Groovy vibes, a new record and a good time!
Have a lovely ol’ time at The John Curtin when The Lovely Days take over the venue on Thursday September 18 for their long-awaited EP launch. Tickets available now.
