On 16th August 2013, Maids will release their self titled debut EP. This six track gold mine presents Maids as one of the most intense, quirky and unique rock bands to rise into the Australian indie scene. The combination of Maids’ super heavy riffery and the out there weirdness of Vocalist/Drummer Sean Cook is an interesting pleasure. Don’t be shy with this EP, its so layered and deep – you need to get to know these guys.
The opening track, ‘Dr. Gecko’, provides a window into the half nonsense/half perfectionist world that Maids live in. Its ridiculous lyrics and vocal shenanigans are matched against some of the hardest hitting and well executed rock music the year has seen so far. The quirky and grungey attitude of ‘Dr. Gecko’ is the foundation for the rest of the EP, and although the tone moves between heavy rock, psychedelic pop, and shoe gaze sludgyness, it is very apparent that Maids are onto something weird and new.
This outstanding debut effort mixes the precision of Karnivool, the attitude of Nirvana and the eccentric ways of Nick Cave, David Byrne and Ozzy Osbourne. Throw some drop B riffs into a bag with a crazy man, infinite hooks and structures that will make you think twice and you have your new favourite thing – Maids.
Based in Newcastle, Maids consists of Vocalist/Drummer – Sean Cook, Vocalist/Guitarist – Matthew James, Guitarist/Vocalist – Nathan Berryman, and Bass Player – Dylan Thomas. These four young gingerbread men are championing a fresh new version of indie rock. The catch is that its heavy. Really heavy. But don’t be scared; Maids, along with producer Lindsay Gravina have created a product that is steaming with pop elements that create a friendly balance between heavy aggression and accessibility. This well crafted blend has landed them supports with Stonefield, Redcoats, The Delta Riggs, Palms, Bleeding Knees Club and Step-Panther, and allowed Maids to develop a mature live show that is bursting with charisma and uniqueness.
Maids will soon embark on a national tour to support their release. It is important that Maids be interpreted as a live band before anything else. Listen to this EP to prepare for the live show. It will entertain you.
Thursday 5th September 2013
BRISBANE, Grand Central Hotel – QLD
Friday 6th September 2013
ADELAIDE, Jive | The AU Review 5th Bday – SA
w/ Chicks Who Love Guns, Archers. Horror My Friend and Sincerely, Grizzly
Saturday 7th September 2013
Melbourne, Black Night Crash @ The Rochester Hotel – VIC
w/ Darts
Friday 13th September 2013
WOLLONGONG, Midnight Kamikaze @ Hostage X – NSW
Saturday 14th September 2013
PERTH, PICA Bar – WA
Sunday 15th September 2013
FREMANTLE, Newport Hotel – WA
w/ Foam & Hideous Sun
Friday 20th September 2013
NEWCASTLE, The Small Ballroom – NSW
w/ The Owls & Cotton Sidewalk
Friday 27th September 2013
SYDNEY, World Bar – NSW
Dedication to the love of what you do is about to pay off.
So happy for you guys. Enjoy !
From a mother Maid.