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Hello, buddy. Welcome to the Shoe page. Below is an excellent bio, but here are the basics: A Brief History of Shoe. Formed somewhere around 2004, Shoe have been Shoe for about a year and a half. Blending a mix of Rock, Pop, Alternative and a splash of Funk, Shoe have evolved into an original and freshly-unique group of lads who do what they do almost as good as they should be able to. Live they deliver a raw, colourful and highly energetic show, giving their all no matter the circumstance. Recorded they capture the energy and action of the live show, while taking the songs up a notch vocally. Known for their original sound and unique live show, Shoe have become a local favourite for all ages across Tasmania. They have songs and don't mind a dance. That'll do, get out of here you scamp.yes!Contact at:
shinemyshoesbrother@gmail.com
Management:
Dave Sykes
River City Records
dave.sykes@bigpond.com
0409 749 570
(03) 6423 3798
Roughly formed in the year of 2004, the history of Shoe is best described with the words “dodgey at best.” Singer/guitarist/songwriter Bart Thomas, Bassist Jason “Budge” Wood and Drummer Jake McGovern slowly progressed from the stages of 'bad high school band' to 'bad college band' and eventually 'bad adult-age band.' Luckily they were able to drop the 'bad' somewhere along the way, without loosing their roots too much. Blending pop/rock and alternative, with splashes and funk, Shoe have forged a very unique sound, drawing from influences all over the shop from the Beatles and the Chili Peppers to many more less-than-respected groups.
The full history of the band is a long tale that frankly isn't that interesting at the current point in the band's career. However... Shoe began as a band called Better Than Steve, raging across Tasmania's young music scene with ridiculous gusto and daring originals ranging from quite bad to actually quite good. With a slight member change and a regrettable split, they became Follow by the Wayside. The band's sound evolved almost to it's current state with the band actually beginning to treat itself with some respect. With regular gigging and new and better songs all over the place, the mould was set for what was to be the next stage in the band's evolution, Shoe. Reuniting with the original bassist, Shoe were born amidst world-travel, street busking and the recording of their Self Titled EP recorded by Greg Stace (Something with Numbers, Kid Courageous) which landed them a signing with MGM Distribution through Tasmanian River City Records.
Live, Shoe deliver a raw, colourful and high energy performance and don't mind a dance if the mood takes them. Granting the kids aren't too scary, Shoe love giving the crowd their all no matter about the sometimes (all-the-times) meager audience of hometown Devonport's Nightlife. On CD, Shoe easily capture the energy and colour of the live show, as well as vocally taking the songs to another level. Songwriter Bart Thomas explores a large range of styles and exceeds at pumping out hook, riff and catchy tidbit.
Their latest release, a self titled 6-track EP, is currently being released internationally through MGM Distribution and online through iTunes and Waterfront Records. The EP has received Triple J airtime, as well as the video single “Egg” receiving plays on both Channel [v] and RAGE. The Track “Little Bird” off the EP scored a top 10 place in the 2009 Music Oz Awards, going up against huge Australian names including COG and Pinky Beecroft.
If someone were to quote on Shoe as a band, we like to think it would be all good stuff. But you can't win 'em all.
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Heyy man loved the shoe went off haha every one was like sitting down the whole time untill you guys came along haha im still in so much pain from moshing to hard my neck is killing me no joke haha was awesome cant wait to see you again . . and i got ya lots of sick as pics ill try get them to ya A.S.A.P thanks =]
“walked past the lake after work, yesterday...imagining an ocean my stage, full moon as a spot light, stars above are audience, and jumping fish as roses”
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Thanks so much for the add! I just recently discovered Shoe & you guys have already become one of my favorite bands. Any chance that you'll ever do a show over in the States?
Christmas At The Zoo (The Flaming Lips cover) by the guitar plus me
from the Christmas mini album CHRISTMAS GIFT CHRISTMAS GRIFT (me against the world 01) 1. White Christmas 2. The Christmas Song 3. Christmas At The Zoo 4. Christmas Gift Christmas Grift 5. Aluminum Xmas Trees (acoustic) 6. Silent Night
im just one of those mad fans who hand out in the launceston mall..you know how it is! yeah gutted i couldnt make the gig..was actually in Burnie for the weekend :S !
we should all gig together soon...yessss..
loving egg and the amazing film clip too..certainly is a great thing that you guys made the homepage of that website too! yay!
P.S. Any chance of any kind of concert in New York any time soon? Chances are probably slim to none but me and some of my friends are dying to see you live eventually.
dudesjust bought your EP and w8ing for it to come, (i live in the UK so ill be w8ing a while methink) love the music and cross the pond when you get a big enough fan base. much love. Benn
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