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Sunbury, Victoria, Australia | Established. Jan 01, 2003

Sunbury, Victoria, Australia
Established on Jan, 2003
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"Sex on Toast album review in Sydney Morning Herald"

Five Stars

April 14, 2014

How to explain Sex on Toast? Is it a condiment? A dodgy carnal practice? Or one of Melbourne's freshest bands? The answer is C. The outrageous stage antics of this sexually charged nine-piece band have been thrilling Melbourne for the past couple of years.

Incredible musicianship, raw, nipple-in-a-skivvy-stroking sexuality, party jams, '80s synth and sax, and lead singer Angus Leslie's enormous charisma are all part of the mix, and they regularly pack out Melbourne venues, even on Tuesdays.

Their songs are tight, their musical knowledge is incredible, and they know how to have a good time with it. Sex on Toast plunder every musical aspect of the '80s. Leslie's impossible falsetto meanders through the single Hold My Love, a cruisy slow jam, but they are just as astute with jazz, R&B, synth-funk sexy jams, and '80's yacht rock jams. - Sydney Morning Herald


"Live Review at Hugs and Kisses"

DXHeaven took to the stage to open what was a superb night, showcasing just how rich in talent the Melbourne music scene is. The solo project for Nicholas Lam, DXHeaven debunk the myth that men can't multi task by playing an assortment of gadgets and keys simultaneously to create his brand of electronic indie. Nicholas combines the sounds of the future with the sensibilities of the past. His vocals, eternally smooth and lyrical expertise are best represented on 'All The Time', the second single from EP Aftertouch.

Melbourne good time power band, Sex on Toast started their National 'Ricky Tour' at Hugs and Kisses on Thursday Night. Nine guys on stage, emblazoned in white and bathed in pink neon light.

Sex on Toast traverse the '80s pop terrain bringing the audience an amalgamation of Gloria Estefan's 'Dr Beat', Michael Jackson's 'Can't Stop Til You Get Enough' and Hall and Oates 'Maneater' with a hint a Chaka Kahn. They replicate the Phil Spector “wall of sound” with an orgy of synth, alto sax, trumpet, vocoder, two electric guitars, drums, bass and three part harmony.

The set was a master class in song arrangement and texture combination. The somewhat self indulgent display always justified by the astounding level musicianship. They completely captured the essence of the eighties, from the classic electric guitar sound, the tightest of horn sections, phased rhodes and danceable rhythms. The vocals had dexterity and diversity.

From the feel good hit 'Takin Over' to their slow jam 'Potential Sexy' everyone was getting “ricky” on the dance floor. Just when you thought you had them all figured out, Sex on Toast cover Michael Jackson's 'Remember The Time', throw in a jazz inspired swing track, a touch of hip hop, a bassoon and synchronised, choreographed dance moves which embodied quintessential 'Ricky'.

There is absolutely nothing like this on the live stage at present. Sex on Toast are the retro gods of the new millennium. Consisting of Gary T on drums, Al*n Starr on bass, Ph*l*p Starr on keys, (the) King on guitar, Johnny Bassoon on bassoon and sax, Bovril on trumpet and vocals, Zak Pidd on vocals, JamBow on keys and Angus Leslie on lead vocal and guitar.

Destined to fill the most discerning of appetites. I'll be having Sex on Toast for breakfast, lunch and dinner. - the Dwarf


"Sex on Toast album review in the Music"

Apr 3rd 2014

Four and a half stars

Skivvy-toting yacht-rockers Sex On Toast have successfully distilled the charisma of their live performances into their full-length debut. Bass-heavy synth that evokes Cameo at their best, unashamedly raucous guitar leads, and falsetto vocals pepper this release, rendering it a gluttonous delight. Borrowing heavily from the '80s, these tunes are either finger-snappingly upbeat (Takin' Over; Potential Sexy) or designed for sloppy cheek-to-cheek slow-dancing after a few too many (Hold My Love). The musicianship is top notch, the tongue firmly in cheek and the melodies linger – this LP is the musical equivalent of a party popper.

-Glenn Waller - the Music


"Sex on Toast Live Review at the Evelyn Hotel"

Sex On Toast are probably the greatest band on earth. They are nine men, and between them they possess all the raw sexual power of Prince, the musical prowess of James Brown and the cheesy goodness of an '80s game show host. Sex On Toast bring the ruckus. This is the fourth Monday of a month-long residency and each week the crowd has increased in size and fervour. It's a beautiful thing to see a massive Monday night crowd go apeshit and Sex On Toast are a sexual band. They lure the crowd close to them immediately, then they throw around banter between them as easily as they throw off their clothes. Angus Leslie is wonderful and it's only right that his nipples get a lot of attention. Shirtless is the only way to sing classics like Deep by Blackstreet, and Gigolos Get Lonely Too by The Time. Zak Pidd gets down to his jocks and is only saved from being arrested for public full-frontal by a quick sleight of his own hand. The crowd bays for an encore as soon as the band leave the stage but all we get is a Leslie groin thrust. If the last three weeks are anything to go by, this is not the last we'll see of them.

The crowd thins a little after Sex On Toast leave the stage. To those who left: you missed the best bit. But we'll get to that. Sex On Toast are a hard act to follow but the wonderful Vaudeville Smash do it with panache. (Check out their Pozible campaign and get Vaudeville Smash to SXSW.) Their smooth, synth-heavy sound is where disco collides with the soundtrack of every '80s movie montage you've ever seen. It makes you move. Theirs are songs about drunken cowgirls, roller discos and dirty old men. Sex On Toast brought the sex. Vaudeville Smash bring the sax and the flute. They are masters of the catchy hook and the hands-in-the-air chorus. The brilliant Devil's Said segues into Daft Punk's Around The World via James Bowers' talk-box genius; Hey There Danny sees guitarist Nick Lam shred like it's 1987, and Hey is utterly joyful. And then comes the best part of the night – there's 13 sweaty, musical men on stage playing the best version of Warren G's Regulate you've ever heard. “This has been the greatest residency of all time,” says Zak Pidd, and it's not just hyperbole. It really might be the truth.

-Kate Kingsmill - the Music


"Sex on Toast Album Launch Review at Northcote Social Club"

Prior to 2013, I thought Sex on Toast was the act of masturbating onto a piece of toast and subsequently consuming it. I now associate the phrase with a ridiculously funky, overtly sexual and often comedic Melbourne nine-piece.

Sex on Toast premiered their debut album at Northcote Social Club on Friday, March 28 to a sold-out crowd (NB: I had to pretend I was from The Age in order to gain entry). Ahead of them stepping onto the stage, punters were treated to the Peter Savieri directed music video for latest single ‘Hold My Love.’ The video’s stars were swathed in tonal white-on-white, in the style of Dynasty meets preppy ’80s Ralph Lauren yacht party. The cheese factor was enhanced immediately after as we were greeted by the sunglass donning, low-buttoned band. Straight off the bat, I felt that I was being seduced by a TISM (This Is Serious Mum) tribute band. It was a perfect blend of Prince, The Darkness and Peter Andre with each band member adding value to the overall performance.

Slow jam ‘I’m Fucking You Tonight’ could have been the Family Ties theme song if produced by T-Pain. Shit got weirder when lead singer Angus E. Leslie announced that “Beyonce is the lizard queen and the band is the illuminati.” It was all conducive to an extremely fun evening. Sex on Toast is truly one of a kind: charismatic, cheeky, sleazy and tight.

Favourite lyric: “I need some lovin’ after 20 years of tuggin’.”

Verdict: See them. See them now. Also, download their debut album.

Rating: ★★★★ - Acid Stag


"Album Review on Impact 89FM Michigan"

What if I told you that the only way to be ahead of a trend was to go back in time?

With the rise of genres like indietronica and dream pop in music, a resurgence of big shoulders and neon colors in fashion, and even the return of Russia as the Big Bad Bear in politics, the 80s are surely making a return. In the world of music, however, these synth-driven acts haven’t cut their ties to mainstream rock and pop to embrace a time when hair was big and government regulation was small. Like the 80s classics The Terminator and Back to the Future, there is one band that understands that the future of music is found in the past. Their name is Sex on Toast, a nine-piece band from Melbourne, Australia. Their self-titled, debut LP is a fresh blend of “1980’s pop music, yacht-rock, Rn’B, and synth-funk,” to quote their bandcamp, and it’s unlike anything you’ve ever heard. Roll up the sleeves of your blazers, roll down your legwarmers, and set your Swatch watch back 30 years; this album is so sexy and so toasty it would fog up your glasses, if only you weren’t wearing shutter shades.

The record opens up with “Lettin’ Go,” which features drums, electric pianos, and horns that roll and swell like waves under a very classy and very expensive yacht. The yacht then explodes in a freeform crescendo, and the sexy survivors find their way back to shore to party with another round of the chorus at the end of the track.

“Takin’ Over” is the band’s first single and is easily the catchiest on the album. What starts as a simple bassline becomes ultimate dance track with salsa percussion, funky axes, sing-along backup vocals, a vocoder, and roughly a billion different synths, brass, and keytars. It’s really the perfect montage song for getting a shindig started or rebelling against a small town where music and dancing is banned. “Takin’ Over” is like a truth serum, but for dancing instead of telling the truth. You will dance to this song, whether you like it a lot or you just like it.

Lead singer Angus Leslie’s vocals truly shine on “Hold My Love,” the second single from the LP. Here, Leslie’s smooth crooning and falsetto clearly demonstrate that he is the butter on this sexy toast, but you, the listener, will be the one melting. In the middle of the easy groove, a talk box and horn duet will leave you wondering how something can sound so sensual even though it’s shredding faces.

“How Do You Get There?” is a loungy jazz number that leads into the ultra-poppy “A Product You Designed.” “Potential Sexy” is another one for the dance floor, but takes it somewhere a little more private for a conversation between characters Potential Sexy and Eventual Sexy that goes many places, but mostly St. Kilda Beach. “Try It Out” winds down a night of solid gold debauchery only to have “Somethin’ Special” start it up again. The album is like being at a big party in a South Beach highrise. Half the time, you’re knocking back Alabama Slammers with some Reagan democrats and people that look like extras on Dynasty, and the other half you’re sneaking away with a special new friend for some personal time.

The final track, “Escape,” is an 8-minute epic that caps off the album perfectly. Rarely should the word “odyssey” be used to describe a song, but “Escape” earns it with sprawling instrumental and vocal sections that showcase each of the nine band members’ talents, just in case a few slow listeners hadn’t noticed it in the first eight songs. Ever since digital music has been popular, it seems that bands have lost sight of constructing a well-made, cohesive record to make something to pad their singles on iTunes. Sex on Toast defies this “trend” and gives it their all on this one.

Despite my many self-indulgent references to the 1980s, Sex on Toast’s debut LP is a must-listen for those who are looking to spice up their dance party playlists, purveyors of old school cool, and hip spelunkers of sub-genres. This album can fit in with the alt-pop and synthpop crowds, but it will stand out for its talented, tongue-in-cheek technique, sexy style, and bold willingness to go there. Also, anyone who likes fun should probably give this a listen. Like, the feeling, not the band, but I guess maybe the band too. You will never have so much fun listening to a record.

Written by Kevin Glide - Impact 89FM


"Sex on Toast Interview Beat"

A dark horse, a diamond in the rough, a hidden gem – choose whatever analogous framing for ‘underrated’ that you want and apply it to Sex On Toast. This Melbourne band is an inexplicably talented nine-headed soul machine that is about to burst out from the unknown.

The Melbourne band, headed by enigmatic frontman Angus Leslie, has been doing music for music’s sake for so long that their recent sold-out album launches came as a complete surprise.

“It was great! We’ve really just done what we’ve always enjoyed doing and it’s great that people are enjoying and coming to our shows. The Northcote Social Club show reached capacity so early that half our door list couldn’t get in!”

What Sex On Toast have always done, however, is play instrumentally diverse experimental music, as evidenced on their debut self-titled album that came out last month. Leslie and co. have gone in a Quincy Jones and Prince-inspired neo-soul direction. This has resulted in the band being seen right in the mix of a Melbourne soul scene that is currently going gangbusters with other local acts including Hiatus Kaiyote, Cactus Channel and Saskwatch.

Leslie discusses being a part of this ‘scene’. “We kind of are and we kind of aren’t. There’s definitely some stylistic things that we’re doing that has absolutely nothing to do with that – the kind of Mr. Bungle-y absurd Frank Zappa stuff we have been doing for years. But there is bit more of soul and funk in our sound that I guess sees us grouped in with those groups, however it is very specific.”

The second single from Sex On Toast’s debut album is called Hold My Love,and it is a sultry, smooth soul track that is dressed perfectly with Leslie’s baritone pleading with an unseen lover to accept his affections. So drenched in romance is this tune it drips with humorous irony.

“I would never want to get rid of that, I think that it is important to overtly have a sense of humour about what you’re doing. I don’t really like going to see stuff that is completely serious all the time. It’s great to see something that is fun and funny,” explains Leslie.

Despite this humorous overlay, Sex On Toast are comprised of nine very serious musicians, says Leslie.

“Well currently we have the Star brothers Al*n [Alan on keys left] and Ph*l*p [Philip on bass]. They reunited after a ten-year feud – they did a lot of sessions in the mid-‘80s but the feud began when a hot chocolate was spilled. Well Al*n spilt a hot chocolate on Ph*l*p’s leg and he didn’t want to say sorry.

“Then we have Bovril, who is a trumpet player and singer, then James Bowers who is a terrific keyboard player [right keys] and talk-boxer, Zak Pidd kind of a studly backing singer. There’s Louis King the guitar virtuoso from Fairfield. Jeez there’s a lot of them, I hope I remember them. Then there’s Johnny Bassoon who is a pretty unique individual – he’s a classical bassoon player who is quite a wild improviser – he plays bassoon for the ladies. And then there’s Gary T but he sells PCP so I shouldn’t really talk about him. Gary T plays the drums but I’d prefer not to talk about him.”

Due to the intensely hallucinogenic effect of PCP, Leslie now grapples with the possibility that Gary T is not even aware he is performing half the time. “I think the PCP confuses him and he doesn’t know if he’s on stage or off stage,” states Leslie matter-of-factly.

It is this juxtaposition of ridiculous propositions – Gary T does not do PCP and the Starr brother did not have a feud in the ‘80s – and serious musicianship that sees Sex On Toast as headline artists for Stonnington Jazz Festival and Equinox Records at Revolver on Saturday May 24.

“I can’t wait to play it, I just hope I remember to thank all the members when I’m on stage or there could be a few awkward silences backstage after the show.”

BY DAN WATT - Beat Magazine


"Sex on Toast live at the Worker's Club"

Last night at the Workers Club, I was seduced by a 9-piece band called ‘Sex on Toast’…and I liked it.

Melbourne 80s synth-funk, jazz-electro band SEX ON TOAST is one to be experienced by all. Their R&B melismatic, miami synth-salsa, 50’s rock n’roll mega mix of sensual emotions was like one big R.Kelly meets Gloria Estefan live concert seduction. Their shows encompass envious musical talent and committed performance led by front man Angus Leslie. The crowd was up and dancing from the first track, a few songs in and their debut single ‘Takin’ Over’ was a crowd favourite.

Sex on Toast’s co-ordinated dance moves and nipple-crippling by the backing horns and singers were actually a delight to witness. All the members of the band contributed to the energy coming from that stage, and it was refreshing to see a massive sized band all doing their bit to performing, not just relying on the front man. We were treated to an MJ cover of ‘Do you remember the time?’ with a suprise guest appearance by Nai Palm (Haitus Kayote) on vocals with her impressive jazz stylings and Mr.Laneous from Laneous and the Family Yah stepping up on falsetto. This exactly is why a Wednesday night out in Melbourne can just be the best thing ever.

Ending with Blackstreet’s 90s RnB ‘Deep’ with guest vocals by Tiaryn, it was evident that Sex on Toast had really taken over. Underneath the wild performance styles and turtle necks, is a band that musically knows their shit. Vocal harmonies and horns were so rich and tight. Head on down to a show as soon as you can, so you can understand why they really are sex on toast.

By Mimi Velevska - AdamNOTEve


"Sex on Toast Single Launch Review NSC"

Kicking off with more fluid noodling than Chinatown is guitarist Kumar Shome and his Punkawallahs. With sources of inspiration including his cat (El Gato) and familial incontinence (Desperation Dance) Shome can basically write about anything he chooses, and you can be guaranteed he'll express it via about 40,000 notes played in around five minutes. Bouncing off the rhythmic prowess of The Bamboos' bassist Yuri Pavlinov and drummer Graeme Pogson, Shome's tone is warm and drips with sustain, while his solos take flight with John Scofield-like levity and move with ease between any definable genres.

Between-band entertainment consists of DJ Lovely Clear Water, who is actually none of these things but is incredibly entertaining and wears a backwards wig and plastic sunnies. Hi-NRG techno and death-metal vocals meet in karaoke takes on the Power Rangers theme, Toto and Lionel Richie. The crowd stare agape at this spectacle.

Boasting a sweet line in elegant funk plus formidable vocal powerhouse Audrey Boyle, The Do Yo Thangs are a revelation. Songwriter/drummer Hugh Rabinovici leaves the fun to Boyle and co-vocalists Nkechi Koo and Georgie Darvidis, whose harmonies drive the sunshine-y funk. The Do Yo Thangs are like a summer festival in a band, Rabinovici's songs have a fresh Lauren Hill/early Lenny Kravitz feel to them and the band's glorious balance of songwriting skills, musicianship and passion really comes to life in their finest tracks: Indecisive, Make It Real and I Would Follow You. Boyle's trumpet playing is another weapon in their funky arsenal. Highly recommended.

One of the city's most hyped 'new' Sex On Toast launch their new Takin' Over single tonight and start by screening the accompanying film clip. The room is packed solid and, while the nine-strong '80s funk rocket take off onstage, people chat happily throughout the set. Who knew there were this many ways to be simultaneously dapper and sexual? Singer Angus Leslie's falsetto, Louis King's slinky guitar, Gareth Thomson and Marty Holoubek's seductive rhythms, and James Bower's strangely sensual AutoTuned backing vocals are just the first wave of this charm offensive. With the collective confidence of a frat house, and a similar agenda, Sex On Toast take The Cat Empire's conservatorium proficiency and party vibe but wind up somewhere between Prince and DiG. So insane and unpredictable are Leslie and co's antics that by the time the cross-dressers on rollerskates arrive it just seems like the continuation of a theme. The band's tight and funky songs – or, rather, party jams – such as Potential Sexy, a storming cover of Michael Jackson's Remember The Time and blinding new single leave no doubt that Sex On Toast's time has arrived. - Inpress


"Sex on Toast Takin' Over Single Review"

I first encountered Sex on Toast late last year when they were supporting Hiatus Kiayote at Melbourne’s HiFi Bar. At first I wasn’t sure whether they were taking the piss or were deadly serious. I wasn’t alone, with half the crowd not believing their eyes, or ears. Yet seconds into the set we forgot our qualms and let the brightly coloured skivvy and suit clad men transport us back to the 80s.

With plenty of keyboards, guitars, sax, vocoder and even a bassoon, they reeled off songs bursting with sexual innuendo so wrong it was right. At some stage that night I’m sure they pumped out this latest release, the synth laden number ‘Takin’ Over.’ Now recorded, mixed, and sliced off their latest album as the teaser single, the scintillating track is reminiscent of something off an 80s soundtrack, with boppy and bright, funky Latin synth that seeps under your skin, making it impossible not to dance along.

In the past few years the boys have released two live albums, Live At The Toff Volume 1 and Live At The Toff Volume 2. Track names like ‘Let’s talk about Lasagne,’ ‘Engage in Coitus,’ ‘Disgruntled Housewife’ and the spazzy metal-cum-country twang in ‘I Need A Lady For Some Lovin’’ hint at what’s to come on the album. But then again, they’re just at likely to hit us with something totally unexpected, crazy and fantastic.

Sex On Toast is supporting the Vaudeville Smash this Friday night, 14 June at The Corner Hotel. I definitely recommend seeing these guys live – it’s an experience you shall never forget, for better or worse. - The Ripe


"Sex On Toast returns with Takin 'Over- From Chilean Blog the Holy Filament"

TRANSLATED FROM SPANISH WITH GOOGLE TRANSLATE:

Sex On Toast since the middle of the first decade has been an absolutely revolutionary band in your area, located in Melbourne, Australia. To Serles honest, every city has a pachanguera band, in their own way and style of life, well, this is the case of Sex On Toast a band that throughout his life he has known brighten and revolutionize local festivals, in lush presentations with a very eccentric staging under the leadership of vocalist Leslie Angus, along with other members around collaboration umlaut. But that's not all, for a long time ago the band has released a series of live albums called "Live at Toff Vol I (2011) and Volume II (2012)," literally breaking it with a refreshing sound, inspired by musicians as Prince, Michael Jackson, Burt Bacharach, Brian Wilson, Frank Zappa ... until they could easily realize the broth which prepared the boys.

In 2011 we interviewed Leslie Angus , who told us the wonder that was brewing group, with full self with a range of musicians of the same age range (25-27 years) have managed to edit live material, and now under study. On June 11, the band released their first single study entitled " Taking Over "a marvel of perfect subject for an ending to wedge in an eighties movie, and so can be cataloged.

Based on synthesizers Angus Leslie tells us, "Takin 'Over is about strong feelings for a young woman, imagining a world of synth bass pedals and echoes, along with a powerful vocal composition", the mixture was used and which in theory will still be used will be a combination of new and eighties synthesizer to recreate the sound quality that touches in this case - that of taking over - from that particular sound found in movies from the 80's and 90's, which is all a marvel.

Sex on Toast has matured in their sound, and reached a climax which surely will not be lost, as have so far been recognized in the local area, in fact soon will release their first studio album later this year, sounds very rooted to the influences mentioned along with many colors of funk, soul, something cutting edge and a pinch of originality that only 9 musicians that make up this great assembly can deliver. - the Holy Filament


"SOT Album Launch Review Northcote Social Club in The Ripe"

There was a sense of vibrancy filtering through the Northcote Social Club, the kind of buzz reserved for a Friday night. Sex On Toast, a band impossible to name without a childish chuckle, were on the menu for tonight and seemed to bring with them a significant following.

After John Citizen pleased the masses with their self-proclaimed “pop music straight out of lower-middle class Melbourne”, and Mandek Penha confused the hell out of everyone, a collection of young adults filed onto the stage, clad in flamboyant open shirts and rather dashing jackets. What ensued was an onslaught of pure soul that melted the minds and ears of all surrounding, perhaps not what you’d expect of a young band with a name as unusual as The Cactus Channel.

Frontman Henry Jenkins, son of much loved Melbournian Charles Jenkins, had the crowd going with numerous mouth-watering basslines and a few funky dance moves to match. Such dance moves seemed contagious as the crowd proceeded to match Jenkins pound-for-pound and soon the room was rocking at a level that would have surpassed even the wildest of nightclubs across town.

While the set was overflowing with highlights, one particular moment of brilliance came in the form of a cover. The band snuck through an extended introduction/interlude before pumping out a rousing rendition of Nelly’s ‘Hot in Herre’, prompting an equally rousing rendition from the bopping crowd. Oh, how us Melbournians do love a guilty pleasure.

As the set came to a close, it was impossible not to sit back and smile at the pure enthusiasm of the 10-piece – whether it be Hudson Whitlock, the band’s drummer with his classic, Woody Allen-esque glasses, or the choreographed dance moves in the horn section. Such enjoyment is infectious and, when combined with music of such a standard, makes for an incredible set.

And so Mandek Penha returned. That was weird. Again.

I had never had the “Sex On Toast experience”, and thus had little clue as to what to expect. All dressed in jet black the 10-piece from Melbourne, led by the hilarious Angus E. Leslie, provided both the laughter and the funk, jiving their way through tunes that incorporate lines such as “I’m fucking you tonight” and “It’s that time of the season, I don’t need a good reason”. The show, designed to showcase the band’s self-titled debut album, demonstrated just why so many locals rave about the group’s live shows. For the first 45 minutes, all eyes were fixated on the band, with no clue what would come next. Use of the talkbox, combined with some of the most ridiculous rapping ever, added a touch of the Yeezus to this blissfully unpredictable set.

However, after the band’s first departure from the stage, even the most devoted of fans would admit that it all just went a little south. In an encore that felt as if it would never end, it took the band’s latest single ‘Hold My Love’ to ensure it didn’t ruin the power of their opening 45 minutes. The single is a classic combination of cheesy funk and tongue-in-cheek vocals. As Leslie soared atop the crowd in an interesting interpretation of crowd surfing, the backing band took control, putting together a seriously tight rendition of the tune.

Once the curtains closed and the crowd pushed for the door, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of collective joy. While perhaps Sex on Toast stretched it out just a little too far, that was the one negative in a night filled with laughter, dancing, and a love song that states: “If you were a bus you’d be a double decker”. Move over Bob Dylan, there’s a new poet in town. - The Ripe


"Vulture Chirps With Sex on Toast"

After featuring their flamboyant single Takin’ Over for Video Clip of the Week, The Vulture had a sit down with Angus and Louis from Sex On Toast to discuss Zappa, Skivvys, and partying.
sex-on-toast2If you had to sum up Sex On Toast in terms of an ex Australian cricketer, who would it be?

Louis: Well I suppose we’re a bit like Warney.. People love us when we take wickets but they’re not so keen on us when we send them dirty text messages on the beach….

Angus: Ricky Ponting. Without a doubt. If you ask me why I’ll poke your eyes out.

You’ve amassed quite a solid fan-base in Melbourne thanks to your unique live show and strategic skivvy placement, but to someone who hasn’t seen you live, what can they expect?

L: A gluttonous portion of good adult fun!

A. Excpect a tight-arse band with a lot of character who steals your girlfriends and raids your mother’s fridge.

Have band members had any form of sexual experience involving toast? Note: bread can be considered toast for the purpose of the question.

L: I buttered a women up and tried to put her in the toaster…. am I allowed to say that??

A: Sigh, I suppose this is what you get for having such a foolish band name… I once had a sexual experience that didn’t involve masturbation but I don’t really want to talk about it.

Debut single Takin’ Over is one of the more refreshing tracks to come out of Melbourne this year; how exactly did it come about? And is it a good representation of the LP you hope to release later in the year?

L: We prayed to Bathsheba for six days and six nights, and on the seventh day she put a court order on us and Angus wrote her a song.

A: That song is definitely written about a woman but not an Indian god…I wrote that song in feverish limerence. The bass-line came to me in a dream (not even kidding!) There are many drafts of it and I was pretty sure it was a winner when I saw how well an audience responds to high energy latin synth-funk! The album has a lot of variety, from slow jams to nasty Minneapolas funk to straight up motown soul. I’m not gunna give anymore away, you can wait!

Your press shots are some of the most entertaining The Vulture has ever seen. How do you go about crafting these masterpieces?

L: Well all 9 ( or 10 I can never remember) of us get together, we get up to a lot of mischief. A lot of them where just us running around high st in Northcote and being a nuisance.

A: You should see the ones we didn’t use from that day of us in the weird automated public toilet… We have to give a lot of credit to a our lovely photographer Nathalie for some of these concepts. I merely found some nice flowers to pose in front of.

The film clip for Takin’ Over is, essentially, one massive party. If you had unlimited supplies, what would your ultimate party consist of?

L. Jesus I don’t really think I should let my brain be allowed to explore that particular fantasy… I’ve always wanted to be carried on a stretcher by dwarfs ala David lee Roth

A. One thousand pigs who all know my name shrieking George Michael songs in unison atop of a cake shaped like an Lithuanian watch.

You’ve been regular players at The Village at The Falls Festival since 2009 now, what is the most bizarre thing to happen to you whilst preforming there?

L. I had a beautiful women pick me up from the audience with her eyes last year on New Years morning when we played at 2am. I think at some point during that set I also tore my nail off when I was playing and pissed blood all over my guitar!

A. Zak and I watched two nasty clowns from Brisbane weird out the crowd for hours til closing once at about 4am. A bizarre and surreal experience.

Frank Zappa. Discuss.

L. Fantastic, prolific, and a bit of a deviant, kind of like our frontman Angus Leslie!

A. Louis is too kind. When I first heard Frank Zappa at 15 years old, I felt like it was music made specifically for me. His sense of the absurd, musicality, and far reaching creativity has been one the most pervasive influences on me as a bandleader and composer. We hope to capture some of the live energy and bang-on musicianship of some of his later ensembles.

What talent mightn’t we expect from one of the members of Sex On Toast?

L: Bovril is a great chess player, Bender owns a crane in Tasmania, James Bowers brews delicious beers, and Johnny Bassoon can suck start a leaf blower!

A: We’re all dying of a mysterious illness. Or maybe were all just slowly dying but isn’t everybody? Also Al*n once played in a hotel lobby with Lady Gaga… - Vulture Magazine


"Sex on Toast album Review in Soulhead"

Remember the days of yacht-rock? When soul met rock met funk met crazy good jams? These guys are bringing it back in full force! Meet Sex on Toast, a group of nine Australian guys who are outrageous as their name would suggest. Boasting a full set of instrumentalist and vocalist, this is fun music to explore!

Not having a dull moment, this debut album comes out strong. As they describe it, it as “an opus of raw emotion, tumultuous sexuality and party jams, recorded at Sing Sing studios and mixed in stereo, for her pleasure. ” Stream the album here and if you like what you hear, support the artist!

Sex on Toast – Sex on Toast Debut Album! - Soul Head


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Sex on Toast are an irrepressibly charming 10 man organisation who specialise in raw early 80’s funk, hard-edged new jack swing, blazing improvisation and heartfelt blue-eyed soul. Currently residing in Melbourne, Australia, their choreographed stage act, complex arrangements, performative larrikinism and danceability have won the hearts of casual punters and hardcore fans alike, all across Australia.

2014 saw the release of their self-titled debut album, featuring the lead singles Takin’ Over and Hold My Love, accompanied by stunning music videos from Peter Savieri, launched them at sell out gigs in Melbourne and Sydney, and three East Coast tours to rave reviews and ecstatic crowds.

Sex on Toast have performed across Australia at events such as Woodford Folk Festival, Melbourne International Jazz Festival, Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Apollo Bay Music Festival, Stonnington Jazz Festival, St. Kilda Festival, and the Brunswick Music Festival, as well as sharing stages with luminaries such as Internationally acclaimed comedian Neil Hamburger (USA), Hiatus Kaiyote, The Barons of Tang, Kate Miller-Heidke, Kirkis, Vaudeville Smash, The Bombay Royale and countless others.

2015 is set to be another stellar year for the band, with the release of the EP 'Ready' and the first single “Oh Loretta” primed for release. The first installment of the two part Rough/Ready series 'Ready' is a tight packet of sublime studio musicianship and songwriting, harking back to the days of slick LA studio bands and sophisticated pop bravado, coupled with the energy and tenacity that make Sex on Toast undeniable.


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