Skinny Jean’s debut album ‘Dolce Doggerel’, is en route to its release in Brisbane mid March, and nationally in September. It is a long awaited release, which ensures not to disappoint. Together with the help of Stephen Bartlett (White Horse Audio) and the special contribution of Chris Perren (of Mr. Maps), they have produced a cracking bit of wax. Those who purchase the album can look forward to twelve emotive, eclectic and antipodal songs - most of which have garnered favour already with Brisbane audiences. The band’s hitherto three-year journey peels out of the player in an aural voyage invoking themes of elation, woe, privation, felony and lethargy.
Since their catalytic inception into Triple J’s Unearthed ‘feature artist’ spot, Skinny Jean have worked hard at gradually finding their feet in the Australian music scene. They released their first E.P. ‘Shiny Disc’ in 2007, alongside a film clip of the single ‘Anhedonia’. That same song recently reached No. 2 in 4ZzZ’s 2008 Hot 100 broadcast. They’ve supported The Boat People, The John Steel Singers, Yves Klein Blue, Dead Letter Chorus and Jamie Hutchings (Bluebottle Kiss) to namedrop but a few, and have hosted an assortment of sell-out shows in Brisbane. In 2009, they set their sights to releasing their exciting first album, venturing throughout Australia and getting to work on a follow-up record.
Skinny Jean’s quiddity lies in their multifarious repertoire of avant-pop. They delve into both post-punk and post-rock, not yet making the commitment to post-music. Their various respective backgrounds and training in classical, jazz and rock-piggery manifest themselves in a tapestry of music, which has been described as provocative; challenging and introspective, as well as fun; boisterous and cathartic. Their live show is captivating and energetic. They are enthusiastic nerds, and when nerds get aroused, atoms are split; and theorems are formulated; and progressive rock albums are released; and multinational conglomerates arise - but for these nerds, it could mean that some tangerine music finds its way to your ears
Skinny Jean are a band that know how to use their members’ idiosyncrasies to dramatic effect. They have a bubbly and boisterous vibe, yet mixed in with it are some more introspective, almost dark elements that are really fascinating. Stew Riddle - fasterlouder.com.au
"Skinny Jean are quickly earning their chops as one of the higher priority local must-sees. For those who only go to gigs for the main act, Skinny Jean is a great excuse to leave the house a little earlier." Simon Topper - Rave Magazine
"The band creates an air of intrigue, taking us on a melodic journey: at times, the music is joyful, with Allen and Hicks weaving magic with their vocals; at other times, dark and brooding, channelling elements of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. They pace the set amazingly well, with carefully controlled dynamics showing light and shade – building up the intensity, dropping it back just in time for you to take a breath, before beginning a fresh onslaught. When they finish the set, there is a buzz in the room and I almost turn to leave, half-forgetting that there is still another act to follow." Tian Zhang - fasterlouder.com.au
Really good actually considering it was kind of our first show. a lot of fun. was a pleasure to share the stage with Boy and Bear and Stu Larsen. both played kick arse sets.
shem, its pete skippen from qut, you are amazing, the band is awesome too, but knowing you, i know you write most of the music, your definately coming along as a singer, i like the other recording of aliens better than the one you've got up at the moment. have been listening to lastfm, loving most of the tracks off the album. i'm in a 3 piece band called 'manners' now aswell, should have a myspace up soon, check us out, would love to support you guys at a gig. cheers
ahh dammit! you guys are gonna be in melbourne when we play at the hangar....BOOO!!!! you better tighten up those jeans to make 'em skinnier for the trip down south!
hey thanks for the tip re Jeff Lang suport.. Im working on that gig this evening.. Im very excited!! Hope you guys are all sweet.. Much Kudos Jeremiah.
Excellent work last night, you fine folks. You are all sexy individuals that contain much talent within your limbs and bodies. It is good that you possess the ability to synchronize said talent with the moving of those limbs and bodies in a way which produces pleasant sounding vibrations. xo (:>={ ~!
Fantastic to play with you all.. An amazing musical Journey opened up like a port hole into that place last night. Bizzare.. Safe journey to come, may the stage rise to meet you.. Jeremiah Johnson.
Congrats guys on the tour partners. Well done - it's only going to get better & better! It was very cool to read the explanation of Anti Okie on your Facebook page. Love all that stuff. God go with you all. Love Skinny Mama Sharny
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