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Keep Your Friends Close



Melbourne, Victoria
Australia

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Last Login:  11/9/2009
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Member Since8/22/2005
Band Websitewww.thebasics.com.au
Band MembersWally "Rodney" De Backer
drums/vocals

Tim "T" Heath
guitar/vocals

Kris "Coop" Schroeder
bass/vocals
Sounds LikeNothing you've heard in the last few seconds
Type of LabelUnsigned


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 12 2009 8:00P
The Zoo Brisbane, Queensland
Nov 13 2009 9:00P
The Beach Hotel Byron Bay, New South Wales
Nov 14 2009 9:00P
The Corner Hotel Melbourne, Victoria
Nov 15 2009 4:00P
Pure Pop Records (acoustic instore) St. Kilda, Victoria
Nov 20 2009 7:30P
The Factory Theatre Sydney, New South Wales
Nov 21 2009 11:00A
Trackside Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Nov 26 2009 9:00P
Jive Bar Adelaide, South Australia
Nov 28 2009 8:00P
Fly By Night Fremantle, Western Australia
Dec 11 2009 9:00P
Hotel New York Launceston, Tasmania
Dec 12 2009 9:00P
Republic Bar Hobart, Tasmania

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   About The Basics


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“the album they’ve always threatened to make...
a winner”

- The Mercury

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“perfect from start to finish, the album is
quietly brilliant”

- Melbourne Times

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“amazing”

- webwombat.com.au

“a must have”

- elevenmagazine.com.au

"bare and vulnerable"

- The Irish Times

“damn good music”

- Inpress

“classic songwriting”

- Mess+Noise

“a great album”

- Rave Magazine


Keep Your Friends Close is available in all good record stores in Australia and Ireland, and worldwide on iTunes and other good online stores.

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My Aural Fixation

My Aural Fixation



Nov 9 2009 6:13 AM

Hi Tim, just getting this - http://ericfleming.files.wordpress.com/2006/11/super-germany-baron-munchausen.jpg - out of the way before I review your gig later this week in Brisbane ;) Can't wait to see you guys play, having missed you during Big Sound.
Summer Edmunds

Summer Edmunds



Nov 5 2009 2:07 AM

HEY KIDS!! Currently restringing my Gtar ready for next week.
See all you there with the animals! SUMMER
Midnight SnacK

Midnight Snack



Nov 3 2009 7:09 PM

I would but I live in California! I was just on Hols...when you guys gona make a trip to San Fransisco? I'll catch you there for sure!
Adam Toms

Adam Toms



Nov 2 2009 11:11 PM

Hey, How's it going?

I have'nt heard from you in ages :), I hope everything is going well.

Thanks heaps for all your support!

-Adam
Midnight SnacK

Midnight Snack



Oct 28 2009 8:24 AM

I saw you guys play a few months back in a small park in Kevin Grove, Brisbane. Outside QUT. You guys rock. I play you on my show!
Kybosh

Kybosh



Oct 21 2009 5:31 AM

Hey boys! Just purchased tickets for Brisbane and Melbourne gigs... I organised my holiday so I could see you twice! I'll wear a silly hat or something at both gigs. Can't wait... oh and I'm still loving the new album, daily.

Dan.
Ina

Ina



Oct 15 2009 7:13 PM

that would be great!

and I promise, I would be first to get a ticket ;)



hopefully see you soon!

have a great time!!
and just keep singing such wonderful songs! :)

Ina
Ina

Ina



Oct 14 2009 6:13 PM

Hi!
I..ve just spent a few days in Dublin and saw you playing in Jacob..s Inn
unfortunately I..ve missed your other gig over there...
It was totally fascinating...
Would really like to see you guys again!
Can..t you stop by in Munich?! ;)
have a great tour!
Ina


Bruised Arcade

Bruised Arcade



Oct 14 2009 12:25 PM

heyy,
Are you only playing in London & Dublin?


:)

x
russell crawford

russell crawford



Oct 12 2009 5:22 AM

hey basics
check out my clip
you'll love it
Manda

Manda Hird



Oct 9 2009 3:00 AM

Listening to Keep Your Friends Close right now. Loving it! It's amazing!! I'll see you guys on the 12th of November!
Alex Hallahan

Alex Hallahan



Sep 30 2009 3:14 AM

Hey Gents,
Outstanding album you guys have made - once again!
Would love to see you at this show if you're able.
Al

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Harris :]

Harris Abdallah



Sep 27 2009 2:32 AM

That sounds awesome, I'm pretty good ,in a band, playing lead guitar :D
Harris :]

Harris Abdallah



Sep 26 2009 8:04 AM

Woah

havnt spoke to you guys in ages

how are u guys?

:)
Kybosh

Kybosh



Sep 23 2009 12:04 PM

Absolutely love the new album guys! "Keep Your Door Open" is my favourite so far (since "With This Ship" has been on rotation for the last 6 months non-stop!!). Excellent work.

Dan.
Ray Ray

Ray Ray



Sep 22 2009 7:38 AM

It's unreal ... as picky as I am ... there're really no fillers on this new album ... you guys are not kidding damn damn damn damn this can't be real ... it's better than the no carbs beer!
Ray Ray

Ray Ray



Sep 21 2009 11:51 AM

CD arrived CD arrived!
Give a bit of MMH to it ... "All or nothing"
Frank the Sound Sculptor

Frank the Sound Sculptor



Sep 19 2009 9:25 AM

Hey guys, it was a great pleasure working with you again, just listened to your latest offering, Keep your Friends Close.

From the first note to the last, IT IS STUNNING, BEAUTIFUL, MOVING, HEART FELT.

Have a Great Tour.

Take care.
Houlette

Houlette



Sep 16 2009 3:47 AM

Next Wednesday xx
The Final Eclipse

The Final Eclipse



Sep 13 2009 11:27 AM

Guys I'm really excited about the upcoming CD! :) See ya on Thurs!
kate

kate



Sep 10 2009 9:15 AM

Hey Guys... Any idea what time you'll hit the stage at The X & Y Bar tomorrow night here in Brisbane?? If you could let me know an approx time, that'd be super.
Thanks! Kate :)
tali(a)

Talia Cain



Sep 9 2009 11:10 PM

can't. wait.
Jake Rush (is writing his first album)

Jake Rush  (is writing his first album)



Sep 7 2009 4:55 AM

That new track is mighty fine lads,  give us a hoi when your in brisbane
Дэн черепаха

Daniel O Neill



Sep 4 2009 5:27 AM

kris, if i don't get a shirt with your pretty manly face all over it, i'm making one.
Дэн черепаха

Daniel O Neill



Sep 3 2009 11:52 AM

fellas, what time is the gig @ X & Y?

i'm coming. and please let there be shirts for sale. I WANT ANOTHER SHIRT.
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