In an indie-saturated scene, Saving Grace is creating their own brand of folk with strings and acoustic instruments at the forefront. Bringing organic sounds and evocative lyrics to the Australian music scene since studying together at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Saving Grace is ready to launch their second EP.
Adrian credits their sound to a variety of influences: “Sam has been singing in choirs for 15 years. I have just finished my degree in composition analyzing experimental music. Amelia is involved in producing hip hop, Sonja loves all styles from gypsy to baroque and Rob was originally a jazz drummer.”
The second EP, produced and engineered by Sean Carey from Thirsty Merc, reflects a change in their song-writing. Although the folky elements of Saving Grace’s sound are still prominent in the second EP, people familiar with their music will notice darker themes and experimentation with ambiguous harmony, orchestration and structure.
A month after forming in 2005, the band reached the finals of the Sydney University Band Competition. Since then, they have played at Sydney’s top music venues including The Basement, The Vanguard, The Gaelic Theatre, and The Oxford Art Factory. The five-piece band has also played alongside artists such as Kate Miller Heidke, The Herd, Cloud Control, Melanie Horsnell, Bluejuice, and Peter Combe. Saving Grace has also toured the country, with the Adelaide Fringe being a highlight that received critical acclaim. These performances have garnered the growing popularity of the band and the anticipation for their second EP.
"It was obvious that this band has a very loyal and passionate fan base and the reason is simple: the songs are fantastic." - Drum Media
“The show was a great blend of originality and unusual musical and vocal sounds that left me wanting to hear more” - The Independent Weekly
“Saving Grace make delicious music for discerning ears. Their strong songs and powerful delivery are given further depth by deft string arrangements and close vocal harmonies.” - Steve Griffiths (Code One Entertainment)
To keep track of the bands upcoming movements keep an eye on the brand new website www.savinggrace.com.au the myspace and join the mailing list by emailing savinggrace_04@hotmail.com with your name and email.
Please have a look and rate our songs at our Triple J Unearthed site and feel free to request our songs on FBI or Tripple J by giving them a call!
Look forward to seeing you at a gig soon.
The 'River Road' EP is available at the following stores:
RED EYE RECORDS -- 66 King St, Sydney
CHARISMA RECORDS - AMP Building, Bridge St, Circular Quay.
ANGEL MUSIC -- Winston Hills Mall, Cnr of Caroline Chisholm Drive and Langdon Rd, Winston Hills
Have you heard the buzz about Global Battle of the Bands (GBOB) - this year as it’s going to be HUGE!! The sponsors we have on board are awesome - Chanel V, FasterLouder. com. au, FujiFilm, Converse and lots of others giving away cool gear!
Australia rates really well in this comp. Last year’s National Winner was Sydney’s great funk rock band Urban Stone who actually came 7th in the World Finals in London!
So yes, it’s all super exciting!! I’ll keep you updated on all the heat dates and locations or go to www. gbob. com as all the details will be on there.
Hey there! Just letting everyone know that my new cd "Fly" is available online - just visit my website: www. michellecashman. com. au and click on the media link! In the mean time; check out my new song on you tube - "Don't Wake Me" I wrote and recorded last week! Let me know what you think! Have a great week! xxx Shell.
how did u get that gig of supporting peter combe u guys are awsum!!!havent been since u guys played at the basement...coudle u please add my mum..cause she wont find u..she is berinda in my top friends..she would absolutely love u guys..and bring all her friends along to watch you..any ways good stuff hope to see u after the peter comb gives
oh saving grace, undoubtably one of my very favorites. i would like a copy of that new EP as soon as possible! and can I just say, all of you are so damn good looking! pretty sure the next time I see you live i might hop up on stage and kiss who-ever wants me.
Wow..is the only thing I can say right now. This is the first time I actually checked out your music, even though you've been on my friends list for soo long...really regret not getting into you guys earlier..
Hey my favourtite Muso's! What is the name of that song you guys opened with at the Vanguard?? The one that sounds really orchestral? i friggen love it and what can i do to get it? i wanna listen to it.
Seriously you guys are too good, its like a sweet sweet drug, i just wanna hear more and more! The 1st ep is tooo overplayed at my place, i know all the words, Grrrr... i need new songs, come on people, do it for Dan!
We are just swinging past too let you know that it is not long until our debut album is out across Australia and New Zealand, as well as on i-Tunes. Thanks for all the support that has got us to this stage so far :)
Hey there! How you doin? Just a friendly reminder about our album launch on May 14. Gonna be a huge night at the Vanguard and we’d love to see you there. So if you can make it please pre buy your tickets from any Moshtix outlet (Fish & Red Eye Records etc), or either of the below links. Get in quick. They are selling fast! Kapow! Book tickets now for our album launch!!! or
Hahaha, You funny people! Yeah man, im looking foreward to it heaps, i will DEFFINATELY be there with my big cuz, Andrea! Until Wednesday my friends, cant wait! Yeeew, Dan xx
To say thanks, we have a free song we’d love to give to you... just go to our myspace to download it - look for the big beige' box in the 'About Us' section, clicking the box will take you to our website where you can download the MP3.
