Melbourne, Australia
This morning all I knew about The New Black was that they are four blokes with four killer songs, and that they will be staying in my living room for a couple of days next week. So I figured it was time for a lazy google to see what I could dig up, and see what these short-term flatmates will be bringing to the party. Apparently the band's beginnings were due to a chance meeting of two guitarists in a nursing home a few years back. Ultimately, it was a weakness for pureed Sunday roast that brought them together.*

With a name like The New Black you can't just step up to the mic and crack out the bag pipes. The name has that touch of narcissism which demands back-up. My research firstly showed me that as far as bands go, there are a smorgasbord of 'New Blacks' listed across MySpace, most of which would put "The New Pink" to shame. Well, I can say that the Aussie New Blacks bear the name with self-assurance and deservedness. Their debut EP is called "Your Heart, My Sleeve", which is a damn sight better than the original name "Your Nose, My Sleeve", and has been pulling some considerable airtime of late. The songs swing between thumping verses with catchy harmonies, into poppy choruses. The raspy vocals have enough bristle to make you comfortable stomping right along.

Here's 2 catchy little bastards which will prep you for next Thursday @ Candys Apartment. Oh, did I mention the 24th is their SYDNEY EP LAUNCH AT SANDWICH CLUB!

The New Black - Karenins Smile.mp3
The New Black - All The Way.mp3

The New Black Myspace

*note: elements of this story may be fabricated…

Labels: Melbourne, The New Black