Indie Rock

The Breeders are an American rock band, formed in 1988 by Kim Deal of Pixies and Throwing Muses' Tanya Donelly. After those original bands became less active, The Breeders became more important to both artists. A tape was sent of their original demos to Ivo Watts-Russell, who immediately signed the band to his 4AD label in 1989. Their debut album, "Pod", was recorded by Steve Albini and released on 4AD in 1990. Deal's influence is obvious, but bassist Josephine Wiggs and Slint drummer Britt Walford (credited here as Shannon Doughton) add to the ensemble sound.

Oceanics are a Gold Coast indie rock/pop quartet consisting of: Elliot (guitar/vocals), Jackson (guitar/vocals), Andy (drums) and Matt (bass). According to their MySpace, they have formed in 2005, though managed to break through into the Australian alternative music scene in January 2010. Recently (first quarter of 2011) they have released their first EP titled "Get Friendly Mistress Maybe" which was supervised by Govinda Doyle (previously worked with Angus & Julia Stone, The Fumes).

Living in a converted warehouse in the outskirts of Sydney, RAPIDS are a raucous house-party with moments of reflection. Consisting of frontman Jamie Timony, Angus McLaren on drums and Remy Hii and Will Shepherd swapping between bass and lead guitar, this four piece has had a busy 2010. The release of their self-titled EP through Pedestrian.tv earlier 2010 saw them feature on US mega-blog BIG STEREO, support the likes of The Vasco Era, Parades, Howl and Deep Sea Arcade and recently play main stage for the Oxford Art Factory 3rd Birthday celebrations.

Brand New is a rock band from Long Island, New York, and consists of lead vocalist, guitarist, and lyricist Jesse Lacey, guitarist Vincent Accardi, bass guitarist Garrett Tierney and drummer Brian Lane. Most recently Derrick Sherman joined the band on tour in 2006. The band was formed in 2000 in Merrick, New York and partly consists of former members of the band The Rookie Lot and Taking Back Sunday.