Author: Kat Hunter

Stumbled Upon #080 – Netsuke (London, United Kingdom)

In our 80th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Sydney bred, now London locals, Netsuke, and chat about their latest single, ‘Mute’. Band Name: Netsuke Website / Social Media: ilovenetsuke.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram Genre: Alternative Electronic Members & their roles: Freya: vocals + electronics, Elias: vocals + electronics, Danny: guitar and programming (and…

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Stumbled Upon #079 – Small Feet (Stockholm, Sweden)

In our 79th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Swedish rockers Small Feet, and chat about the Stockholm music scene, their upcoming US tour, and the Aussie links to the debut record From Far Enough Away Everything Sounds Like The Ocean. Musician/Band Name: Small Feet Website / Social Media: smallfeetmakesmusic.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Twitter…

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Stumbled Upon #078 – Mar Haze (Sydney)

In our 78th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet dub rockers Mar Haze from Sydney, and chat about their latest self-titled release, their RNB vibes and check out their track, ‘Tinder’. Band Name: Mar Haze Website / Social Media: marhaze.com.au Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram Twitter Genre: Dub Rock Members & their roles: Dean Mitchell…

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Stumbled Upon #077 – Diane Coffee (LA / NY / Bloomington, USA)

In our 77th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Diane Coffee (aka Shaun Fleming) and chat about recording his brand new release, Everybody’s A Good Dog and his Motown influences. Band Name: Diane Coffee Website / Social Media: www.dianecoffee.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram Genre: Psychedelic Motown Members & their roles: Shaun Fleming: writer/instrumentalist Live…

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Stumbled Upon #076 – TEIJ (Perth)

In our 76th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet TEIJ from Perth, and chat about the band’s formation and their brand new track, ‘Tell The Boys’, released last weekend. Band Name: TEIJ Website / Social Media: www.teijmusic.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram Genre: indie pop / rock Members & their roles: Tahlia Beeson – Vox…

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Stumbled Upon #075 – I'm Not A Band (Berlin, Germany)

In our 75th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Stephen and Simon from I’m Not A Band an electro pop act from Berlin and chat about their latest track, ’Cages’. Musician/Band Name: I’m Not A Band Website / Social Media: www.imnotaband.com Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Alternative Electro Pop Members & their roles: Stephan Jung: Violin,…

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Stumbled Upon #074 – Harrison Storm (Mornington, Victoria)

In our 74th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Victorian singer/songwriter Harrison Storm and chat about recording his debut EP Sense of Home, and moving to Melbourne to pursue music. Musician: Harrison Storm Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Singer/Songwriter Members & their roles: Harrison Storm – Guitar, Vocals Justin Lewis – Lead…

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Stumbled Upon #073 – Sasha McVeigh (Nashville, USA)

In our 73rd instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet the adorable and charming Sasha McVeigh from Nashville (by way of the UK), and chat about being a British country singer in the USA, Dolly Parton to Elvis and get a sneak peak at her latest track ‘Someone To Break My Heart’. Musician: Sasha McVeigh Website…

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Stumbled Upon #072 – Monogram (Glasgow, UK)

In our 72nd instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Scottish rockers Monogram and chat about the summer festival circuit, How to Train Your Dragon and their release Anno. Band Name: Monogram Website / Social Media: mo.nogr.am Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram / Twitter Genre: Post-Pop Members & their roles: Liam Rutherford – Lead Vocals, Guitar…

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Stumbled Upon #071 – Lady Lamb (Brunswick, USA)

In our 71st instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Lady Lamb from Brunswick, USA, and chat about her second album, AFTER. and touring with The Tallest Man On Earth. Musician: Lady Lamb Website / Social Media: www.ladylambjams.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram Genre: Pop, Rock Members & their roles: Aly Spaltro – writer/arranger/guitarist/ singer +…

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Stumbled Upon #070 – Black Whales (Seattle, USA)

In our 70th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Black Whales from Seattle, and chat about the simplicity of 1960’s Californian rock ‘n’ roll, finding their label via Twitter and get a sneak peak at their latest record, Through The Prism, Gently. Band Name: Black Whales Website / Social Media: blackwhales.com Facebook / Soundcloud /…

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Stumbled Upon #069 – James Franklin (Melbourne)

In our 69th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet James Franklin from Melbourne, and chat about his inspirations from Stevie Wonder to Sting and get a sneak peak at a track his debut EP, The Laundry Room Mixtape. Band Name: James Franklin Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud / Twitter Genre: Folk Members &…

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Stumbled Upon #068 – Plastic Birds (Sydney)

In our 68th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Plastic Birds from Sydney, and chat about being in a band with your brother, rapping, Phil Collins and get a sneak peak at their latest track ‘In Time’. Band Name: Plastic Birds Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Psychedelic froth ‘n’ roll Members &…

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Stumbled Upon #067 – YUCCA (Hersbruck, Germany)

In our 67th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet German rockers YUCCA, and chat about their changing influences (from Jimmy Eat World to Soulwax) and check out one of their most addictive tracks from 2011’s Make Up, Young Birds. Band Name: YUCCA Website / Social Media: yucca-music.de Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Indie, Electro Members &…

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Stumbled Upon #066 – Ginger and Drum (Sydney)

In our 66th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Ginger and Drum from Sydney, and chat about Damien Rice and the Dixie Chicks, meeting at uni, and check out the title track from their latest release, ‘Ticking Boxes’. Band Name: Ginger and Drum Website / Social Media: gingeranddrum.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Twitter Genre: Indie/Pop…

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Stumbled Upon #065 – Redlands (Denver, USA)

In our 65th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Denver’s indie rockers Redlands, and chat about recording in Phoenix, standing up for fans and have a listen to ‘Leather Boots’ off their latest release Adventurer. Band Name: Redlands Website / Social Media: redlandsmusic.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram / Twitter Genre: Indie Rock Members &…

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Stumbled Upon #064 – Lex (Brisbane)

In our 64th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Lex , the re-incarnation of Brisbane’s Lex Rüsten, chat about reforming as a three piece, the mental health release of rock’n’roll and get a sneak peak of their latest EP, Cactii. Band Name: Lex Website / Social Media: lexlikesyou.com Facebook / Triple J Unearthed / Twitter…

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Stumbled Upon #063 – The Pinheads (Wollongong)

In our 63rd instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Wollongong’s The Pinheads, and chat about ten pin bowling, sitars and other possible fabrications, but best of all, we get a listen to the title track off their upcoming debut EP, I Wanna Be A Girl. Band Name: The Pinheads Website / Social Media: Facebook /…

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Stumbled Upon #062 – Salvador Dali Llama (Sydney)

In our 62nd installment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Sydney’s Salvador Dali Llama, and chat about blending psych pop with gospel soul, band couples and their brand new single, ‘I Want You’. Band Name: Salvador Dali Llama Website / Social Media: Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / Soundcloud Genre: Psychedelic Soul Members & their roles:…

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Stumbled Upon #061 – Venice Trip (London, UK)

In our 61st instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet London’s Venice Trip, chat about the current psychedelic resurgence and get a sneak peak at their debut EP, Look Forward. Band Name: Venice Trip Website / Social Media: venicetripmusic.com Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Psychedelic Rhythm & Blues Members & their roles: Andrés Alcover – vocals and…

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Stumbled Upon #060 – Penelope Austin (Sydney)

In our 60th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Sydney’s Penelope Austin, and chat about using music as a coping mechanism, living a nomandic life and get a sneak peak at her latest single ‘Trigger’. Musician: Penelope Austin Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram Genre: Alternative Pop Members & their roles: Penelope…

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Stumbled Upon #059 – Verge Collection (Perth)

In our 59th installment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Perth’s Verge Collection, and chat about their latest album Feel Bad Songs. Musician/Band Name:  Verge Collection Website / Social Media: Facebook Genre: Alternative Members & their roles: Ben – Vox/rhythm Andy – Bass/backing vox Bryn – Lead Guitar/backing vox Barry – Drums What music or artists…

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Stumbled Upon #058 – Eaves (Leeds, UK)

In our 58th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Eaves from Leeds, and chat about Glastonbury and their upcoming shows around Europe with Mumford and Sons. Band Name:  Eaves Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Folk Members & their roles: Joseph Lyons – Singer/guitarist Daniel Catherall – Lead guitar Josh Pamplin – Bass…

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Stumbled Upon #057 – The Francis Wolves (Brisbane)

In our 57th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Brisbane’s The Francis Wolves, and chat about going from a house band to signing a management deal, recording in 38 degrees and get a sneak peak at their latest track ‘Valley Heat’. Band Name: The Francis Wolves Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Garage…

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Stumbled Upon #056 – American Werewolf Academy (Texas, USA)

In our 56th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Dallas’ American Werewolf Academy, and chat about wild cats, eyeballs, false confidence and their latest track ‘I Can’t Lose’. Band Name: American Werewolf Academy Website / Social Media: americanwerewolfacademy.com Genre: Rock / Powerpop Members & their roles: Aaron Thedford – sings, guitar Tony Harper – drums…

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Stumbled Upon #055 – The Speedbumps (Ohio, USA)

In our 55th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Ohio’s The Speedbumps, and chat about meeting at university, their collaborative process and their brand new album, Soil to the Seed. Band Name: The Speedbumps Website / Social Media: thespeedbumps.com Facebook / YouTube / Instagram Genre: Indie Folk Members & their roles: Erik Urycki – Guitars,…

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Stumbled Upon #054 – Archer Brady & The All Americans (New York, USA)

In our 54th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet New York ‘s Archer Brady & The All Americans, and chat about his upcoming EP, Trucks & Guns, and get a sneak peak at his latest track “96 (F350)”. Band Name: Archer Brady & The All Americans Website / Social Media: Facebook / Instagram / Twitter…

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Stumbled Upon #053 – Mommy Long Legs (Seattle, USA)

In our 53rd instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we stay in Seattle to meet self-described ‘barf-core/fart-core’ rockers (and all round legends) Mommy Long Legs, and chat about their latest release Life Rips. Band Name: Mommy Long Legs Website / Social Media: Facebook / Bandcamp Genre: Rock Members & their roles: Lilly – Guitar/Vocals Melissa – Guitar/vocals…

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Stumbled Upon #052 – Zebra Hunt (Seattle, USA)

In our 52nd installment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Seattle’s Zebra Hunt, and chat about their upcoming Spanish tour, putting the fun back into being in a band and learn about the music that inspired them. Band Name: Zebra Hunt Website / Social Media: Facebook / Bandcamp Genre: Rock Members & their roles: Robert Mercer…

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Stumbled Upon #051 – The Grand (Wakefield, United Kingdom)

In our 51st instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet West Yorkshire lads The Grand, and chat about their debut album and dark and twisted romances. Band Name: The Grand Website / Social Media: Facebook / Bandcamp Genre: Alternative. Pop. Members & their roles: Russ Smith- Vocals/Bass Tom Peel- Gtr/Backing Vocals Andy Jennings- Drums/Backing Vocals What…

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