Who are we chatting to and what do you do in the band? My name is Matthew Wright. I sing and play guitar. I also love to play the piano, but I’m not very good at it.
What do you reckon people will say you sound like? We don’t often get compared to other bands by other people. Our catalogue is pretty diverse so people could say we sound somewhat indecisive. We like to think we sound like a perfect balance between all our favourite influences.
What do you love about making music? Escaping reality and being able to use it as a tool when fighting my demons.
Favourite things about being on the road? Having the opportunity to play shows, seeing all of our lovely interstate friends, eating all the foods (all of it), meeting our amazing fans and hanging out with each other.
Worst things about being on the road? Arrogant musicians/humans can be pretty difficult to deal with, being away from our cats and our families (but mostly our cats), having too much time to be alone with your thoughts, the early morning rush at airports can go to hell, and hanging out with each other.
What can a punter expect from your live show? Four average sized awkward looking men trying to make as much loud noise as they can. Maybe bring some earplugs. We’re playing two separate sets on this current tour which is something we’ve never done before. We quite like intermissions. Does that mean we’re getting old?
Top tips for up and coming musos about life on the road?
1.Don’t be arrogant!
2. Learn to respect and adhere to each other’s needs. People are strange creatures and touring can bring anyone to their breaking point.
3. Don’t write yourself off every night. You look like an idiot and you will burn out (unless your Keith Richards of course).
4. Sleep and drink as much water as possible. Those ones are pretty obvious but you’d be surprised how easily you forget.
5. Try to enjoy yourself, even when things are looking grim.
