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Sydney four-piece create a pastiche of many genres that, in summary, rules
For a band who have been together since March 2008, Fisher King display a chemistry and maturity generally found in the songs of seasoned veterans. Vocalist/guitarist Sam Stephenson has written an EP that may well stand the test of time, as although it deviates from a central style or tone, each track succeeds in its experimentation. Opener, Who You Praying To?, juxtaposes a reggae beat with staccato guitar and Stephenson’s weary-cum-impassioned vocal delivery; while Smellin Roses is a song that exhibits all the emotions and imagery of a late afternoon sunset. Fisher King have delivered an EP of restrained intensity which covers many genres and does them all justice.
- LINDSEY CUTHBERTSON - RAVE Magazine
“These guys are a solid Sydney roots band - they play smooth, rootsy indie that paints a picture of beaches, surf, and zero worries. I expect to see them trailing the never-ending roots festival circuit in the coming year.”
MARCH 16 2009
- Nick Findlay, Triple J
"Cruisy, but really confident stuff. Each of their songs paints a strong picture of an act with loads of potential."
FEBRUARY 18 2009
- Richard Kingsmill - Triple J Music Director
"Gorgeous story tellin lyrics and intrumentation."
OCTOBER 30 2008 - Rosie Beaton, Triple J
"This is music that takes you on an emotional journey & then drops you off in the sunshine."
JANUARY 14 2009 - Krissi Weiss, Rave Magazine
"Luke Robertson's shuffle drum pattern [on Smellin Roses] evokes images of undulating oceans, while Paul Hanna's guitar is the sound of palm trees jently swaying on the edge of the sand line. The three-part harmonies round out this chilled-out number that's all about making time to enjoy life. It's a simple axiom, but a powerful one."
FEBRUARY 25 2009 - Dom Alessio, Home and Hosed
"The band drift through folk, soul, roots, blues, groove, and rock, all with an unexpected ease." JANUARY 20 2009 - Alex Ghiculescu, halo-17
"I caught these guys at the Fuse Festival Explode showcase (thanks triplejunearthed!)... Awesome, awesome stuff! I can't wait to see more of these guys live (20 minutes is clearly not enough!) Nice!”
MARCH 7 2009 - Sarah Howells, Home and Hosed
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FisherKing EP - FisherKing
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Recently being named winner of Triple J Unearthed FUSE Festival Competition, FisherKing has been marked as one to watch.
Bringing a fresh new approach to blues 'n' roots, FisherKing’s captivating brand of pop-laden acoustic blues and coastal roots has caught the eye of music fans and critics alike.
Pulsing with authentic energy and heartfelt lyrics, the music of this Sydney four-piece moves effortlessly from smooth, soulful tunes to strong, energetic groove.
Their forthcoming self-titled debut EP, produced by Genevieve Maynard (bluejuice, former member of Stellar 1-11), mixes youth with a wealth of experience. The EP is a bold musical statement and more is certainly set to come from the band that’s exploded onto the local live scene.
FisherKing features Sam Stephenson on vocals and guitar, Josh Leong on bass, Paul Hanna on guitar and Luke Robertson on drums.
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