In our 13th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Perth’s latest hardcore sensation Statues, and chat about their upcoming tour with Heiress.
Band Name:
Statues
Social Media:
Facebook
Genre:
Chaotic Hardcore
Members & their roles:
Jayme – Vocals
Scott – Guitar
John – Guitar
Matt – Bass
Dan – Drums
What music or artists inspired you?
Rage Against the Machine, The Chariot, Dillinger Escape Plan & Sikth
How did the band get started?
In 2009, Scott, our old vocalist and Matt got together after a previous band broke up and said ‘Let’s write some heavy and aggressive music!’ – Bar a few member changes, not a lot has really changed!
How would you best describe your live show:
35 minutes of complete insanity, and a lot of fun!
What shows do you have coming up?
‘Together We’re On Tour’ tour with Heiress:
16/1 – Prince of Wales – Bunbury
17/1 – Leederville HQ – Perth
22/1 – Laundry Bar – Melbourne
23/1 – Wrangler Studioes – Melbourne
24/1 – Cavern Club – Adelaide
28/1 – Baker St. Gosford – Central Coast
29/1 – Cambridge Hotel – Newcastle
30/1 – Upstairs 199 – Queensland
31/1 – Crowbar – Queensland
7/2 – Amplifier Bar – Perth (Heiress not appearing)
Tell us about your latest release:
‘Together We’re Alone’ is 38 minutes of honest and aggressive music. Musically it’s relentless, lyrically it’s introspective. It is also our first full length release.
Where can I get your music?
iTunes, 24Hundred, JB-HIFI, and our back catalogue is on our Bandcamp.
