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Orphans & Vandals

A sound reminiscent of a more experimental The Velvet Underground, infused with a heady dose of old European decadence. Poetic narratives, corruption, longing, and a strong sense of place. A young british Beirut in the making. Al Joshua - guitar, harmonica, vocals, toy piano
Francesca - violin, piano, glockenspiel, percussion, backing vocals
Gabi Woo - drums, percussion, backing vocals, harmonium, glockenspiel
Quinta - viola, musical saw, percussion, piano, backing vocals
Raven - bass guitar, backing vocals, harmonium

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The Grates

The Grates are a two-piece band from Brisbane, Australia. Patience Hodgson (vocals), John Patterson (guitar) and Alana Skyring (drums) formed The Grates in 2002. The Grates have been lauded for their catchy songs and enthusiastic and energetic live show (Patience spends much of the show bouncing around, even while singing). They are frequently described as fun: "We just wanna have fun and hope other people do too." (Patience). Their sound has been compared to the Ramones, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Be Your Own Pet.

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