Mink Mussel Creek

Mink Mussel Creek can't seem to put a foot wrong, and they don't even look like they're trying. But, as is the nature of psychedelic rock, even if their set were a shambles, as long as they express the essence of their elevated sensory awareness, its all sweet.MMC appear to take their influences from anywhere and everywhere with one particular riff sounding uncannily - but presumably unintentionally- similar to the chorus of Cornershop's Brimful Of Asha. In any case, only this tye-dye wearing troupe of dishevelled teenagers could get away with sounding like a '90's East-West fusion pop-rock song; an apt choice considering the exotic elements of their multi-faceted interpretation of neo-psychedelia. To finish off, their eccentric prancing front man proclaimed "Mink Mussel Creek love everyone" and judging by their constant praise, it would appear the feeling's mutual.

Steph Kretowicz - Drum Media Perth

The category of originality went to Mink Mussel Creek, who quite easily stormed their way into first place. Although their were elements of the band that likened them somewhat to the Doors, Pink Floyd or a whole host of psychedelic acts of the blossoming late 60's, there was no sign of the band trying to be anyone in particular. More impressive still was the complete lack of pretentiousness with which Mink Mussel creek assumed the role of strangeness... their singer just genuinely seemed strange. Thought-provoking and unpredictable, Mink Mussel Creek were a band so good one can only hope they abandon their shithouse name, which makes them sound like some 'wacky' cover band. Othere than this completely peripheral gripe, there was nothing about the band which wasn't really impressive.That said, they will either be the kind of band you love or hate, as is the case with all great art. - Xpress Magazine

Anytime you want to bend your mind, consider Mink Mussel Creek. Odd, sparawling songs about Zeus-knows-what flooded the venue, with only brattish vocals to remind listeners this band are probably half the age of their record collection faves. Was it good? Yes. Why? Because Mink Mussel Creek can play their instruments. In terms of stage theatrics that is pretty much all they do, besides jiggle about in their places or go for the odd wander. Slow, ethereal guitar passages with lilting vocals would suddenly cop a fuzzed out racket, each song getting wrenched up a notch. The drumming was integral to the flow of this heady blend of what one might suppose is being called post-psychedelia. - drum perth