Holland Impresses with “No Control”

Sometimes the simple things in life are often the best. Brisbane band Holland proves that old chestnut with their new single “No Control.”

Jarryd Klapper’s voice is hypnotically beautiful, and he’s ably supported by lead guitarist Shane Graham, bassist James Taylor, and Javed Sterritt. The song gives us a taste of Holland’s forthcoming album, which they recorded in Atlanta with acclaimed producer Nick DiDia (Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen, Powderfinger).

If you like what you hear make sure you see Holland as they tour the single around the country in the coming months. I’m pretty sure this band won’t be playing such small venues for too long!

16 June 2012 – The Loft, Gold Coast
17 June 2012 – Hoey Moey Beergarden, Coffs Harbour
6 July 2012 – Upstairs @ Beresford, Darlinghurst
7 July 2012 – Old Manly Boatshed, Manly
8 July 2012 – Brass Monkey, Cronulla
20 July 2012 – Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
21 July 2012 – The Loft, Gold Coast
22 July 2012 – Blackbear Lodge, Brisbane
3 August 2012 – FBi Social Club, Sydney
4 August 2012 – Old Manly Boatshed, Manly
5 August 2012 – Brass Monkey, Cronulla

Box Rockets Launch EP in Victoria & NSW

Melbourne band Box Rockets are about to release No Control, the follow-up to their acclaimed 2009 EP Throwing Stones. To celebrate the October release the band will play a handful of launch shows next month.

Box Rockets plan to play a couple of shows for their hometown audience, and two more for the music-loving folks in Sydney. The band will be selling a limited edition copy of the EP at the shows which features innovative origami-inspired packaging. That sounds a whole lot more exciting than what you’ll get on iTunes!

You can grab the far superior version of the No Control EP at Box Rockets’ following shows.

7 October 2011 – Mum @ World Bar, Sydney
8 October 2011 – Beresford Upstairs, Sydney
21 October 2011 – The Prince Bandroom, Melbourne (with Phrase)
27 October 2011 – The Northcote Social Club, Melbourne