Loving Local Music- The Scare

Today we have a review of a different type as this band unfortunately split earlier this year. The Scare were a Sydney based rock band that have produced a variety of sounds over time. Their latest album, Oozevoodoo (released in 2009) is original and edgy, as well as cheeky and fun.
As a live set, the crowd can never know what to expect. Renowned for embracing the sex, drugs and rock and roll lifestyle, no two sets are the same.


I think I will always remember the first time I heard this band. At Big Day Out 2010, upon my boyfriend's recommendation, my best friend, he and I went the polar opposite direction to most other festival goers, opting to miss Calvin Harris for this alternative band. Although I had been warned that they were "very different", I didn't expect him to run into the crowd whilst singing (straight at me at one stage), and lasso fans with his mike during the performance. Whilst attending a gig of theirs in Oxford Street and discussing the band with a fellow fan (who I had just met), I was a bit taken back when she declared , "I hope we get to see Kiss'  (lead singer) penis again!'' Although this wasn't the case once again their performance didn't disappoint.


Tracks to watch out for on this album include Could Be Bad, No Money, Desperate and She Can't Say No (I won't let her).  While Kiss' voice has been described by some as 'an acquired taste' I guarantee the catchy tunes and their original sound will hook you in on your first listen.

These can all be heard on their MySpace page: http://www.myspace.com/thescare


Also, keep an eye out for their guitarist Liam O'Brien in up and coming local band Myth and Tropics.

Referencing:
Information taken from www.myspace.com/thescare
Pictures from personal album