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The Checks Play Sydney

New Zealand’s favourite sons The Checks are celebrating the recent release of their new album Deadly Summer Sway with a very special Sydney show next month.

The album was recorded at Neil Finn’s Roundhead Studios with the help of Grammy award winning producer Bassy Bob Brockman (TLC, The Fugees, Mary J Blige). It features The Checks’ new single “Candyman Shimmer,” which shows off a much more chilled side of the band than I’ve heard before. I wouldn’t call it sleepy, but this cruisy tune is perfect for a lazy summer day. If you like it you can grab a free download from The Checks website.

The Checks will play an intimate set at Goodgod Small Club on December 15. They’re in fine form at the moment, having just wrapped up a 13-date tour of their homeland. I know we’re all strapped for cash with the holidays approaching, but the tickets cost just $8 pre-ordered and $10 at the door.

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Q & A with The Checks’ Callum Martin

The Checks have conquered their native New Zealand, and now they have their sights set on Oz. I recently caught up with the band’s guitarist Callum Martin to chat about their upcoming Aussie tour, their new album Alice by the Moon, and what he loves about Oz.


You had a mini tour here in April. What made you want to come back so soon?
We enjoyed the seafood so much that we booked flights as soon as we got home! Regardless of outcome, we’ve always wanted to release an album in Australia, we think this one could go down well with you guys.

You’ve enjoyed real success in your native New Zealand. What’s inspired you to try and crack the Australian market?
It’s the closest country to us and Australia seems like a natural step in our direction as a band.

You’re about to tour Australia next month to support the release of your album Alice by the Moon. Why are we going to love it?
Because you’ve never seen a rock band do it the way we do. Ed really looks great on stage and Sven is bound to melt your face off!

You’ve got shows all the country. Is there anywhere in particular you’re looking forward to seeing?
We have some mates in Melbourne who we’re quite keen to catch up with. I always enjoy that city.

You’ve got some time between your Melbourne and Brisbane shows. Are you planning on doing any sightseeing?
Well we’ll have to see; I’d really like to see Ed wrestle a croc! The wildlife in Oz has always been a draw card for me anyway.
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