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The Big Pink – Interview with Robbie Furze (Static, 2009)

Recently setting the stereo at Webcuts HQ on fire with their debut release A Brief History of Love, we speak to Robbie Furze of The Big Pink as he explains the power of love and offers us a brief history of this incredible electronic/shoegaze duo.

By |2021-01-23T07:41:39+00:00September 22nd, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Alela Diane – Interview about To Be Still (2009)

Folk songstress Alela Diane having crafted one of the most delicate and beautiful albums of the year with To Be Still takes time out of a North American and European tour schedule to answer Webcuts' questions about the Newsom connection, the move from Cali to Portland and Saturday Night Live.

By |2021-01-23T09:02:10+00:00August 31st, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Friendly Fires – Interview with Edd Gibson & Ed Macfarlane (Static, 2009)

The friendly folks from indie-dance sensations Friendly Fires stroll into Static's studio to talk the good talk about their new single "Kiss of Life", the Mercury music prize and more -- "It’s good to kind of feed off the energy of the crowd: suck them like vampires."

Adalita Srsen – Interview and Live Review, Bulli, Australia (2009)

Having first dipped her toes in the solo waters for the soundtrack to the movie Suburban Mayhem in 2006, Adalita Srsen has remained steadfast fronting Melbourne's mothers of sonic invention, Magic Dirt. Webcuts catches up with Adalita to discuss her transition into the solo arena.

By |2021-01-23T08:03:08+00:00August 2nd, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , |1 Comment

Deerhunter – Australian Interview with Bradford Cox (Static, 2009)

Deerhunter's willowy singer-guitarist and stand-up comic in the making Bradford Cox entered the 2Ser studios to trade words with Static's Chris Berkley about all things in the Deerhunter-verse.

Mercury Rev – Australian Interview (Static, 2009)

Touring Australia on the bequest of the all-conquering Coldplay, Mercury Rev stopped into visit Static's Chris Berkley to talk about their latest album Snowflake Midnight and an impressive career that cannot be reigned in by simple film analogies.

By |2021-01-20T00:45:43+00:00June 30th, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , , |1 Comment

Jess Ducrou – Interview about Splendour in the Grass (2009)

Second Splendour line up in full and interview with Splendour promoter Jess Ducrou about the tremendous success of the festival, the process for picking the line-up and this year's bands, future expansion of the site and the improvements in ticketing technology.

Odawas – Interview with Michael Tapscott (2009)

The Blue Depths which focussed on ambient old school synths and majestic, dreamy mood-scapes yielded great dividends resulting in Odawas' most cohesive album to date. We recently spoke to Michael Tapscott about the beautiful depths of The Blue Depths, the Odawa live experience including SXSW, soundtracks and the mystery of the sea.

By |2021-01-22T01:20:38+00:00June 16th, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

Animal Collective – Interview with David Portner (Static, 2009)

Having just released the second single "Summertime Clothes" from their acclaimed eighth album, Merriweather Post Pavilion, Chris Berkley from Static spoke to David Portner from Baltimore, Maryland's favourite sons, Animal Collective and asked, among other things, what lurked behind the eye-catching artwork and whether or not they had been invited to play the venue they

By |2021-02-07T01:09:16+00:00May 29th, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Metric – Jimmy Shaw Q&A (2009)

As predicted Metric have blown up, but not blown away, big time. Fantasies reached number eight on the Canadian charts and crept into the Australian Top 40 and US Top 100, while incessant touring in Europe and North America has further strengthened their fan base. Webcuts emailed Metric guitarist and half of Metric's lead songwriting

By |2020-12-27T08:41:15+00:00May 22nd, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

1990s – Interview with Jackie McKeown (2009)

Jackie McKeown enthusiastic front man with Glasgow's 1990s talks effortlessly about their sophomore effort Kicks which is being booted about, delving into the rigours of recording under Bernard Butler, sharing vocals duties, girlfriends and carrying the most inappropriate hand luggage in Germany. While most critics (including Webcuts' own) have criticised Kicks for merely providing more of

By |2021-01-20T01:29:01+00:00May 14th, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

School of Seven Bells – Australian Interview (Static, 2009)

A collaboration between Benjamin Curtis of Secret Machines and twin sisters Alejandra and Claudia Deheza of On-Air Library, the School of Seven Bells (founded in name from a mythical South American pickpocket academy) that surprised all with their ethereal, haunting charms that found them in perfect company of shoegaze/dreampop acts like M83 and Prefuse 73.

British India – Interview with Nic Wilson and Matt O’Gorman (2009)

The rise and rise of Melbourne's British India has been something to behold. They've gone from their first release in 2005, the rough and ready Counter Culture EP, to 2007's incendiary debut Guillotine, and from feted Triple J acts to top five chart placings with second album Thieves. We stole some time with guitarist Nic Wilson

By |2021-02-07T01:26:25+00:00March 30th, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

The Stills – Snakecharm the Masses in Australia (2009)

Having pulled up a chair with the The Stills in London to have a drink and talk about their most recent album Oceans Will Rise late last year, we continue to follow their adventures as The Stills join the Kings of Leon on tour in Australia, where Chris Berkley of Static catches up with both

By |2018-08-16T10:18:42+01:00March 27th, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

The Kills – Alison Mosshart talks Midnight Boom (2009)

Arriving on the scene way back in 2002 with the gritty Black Rooster EP, The Kills took the garage rock aesthetic and beat it down, creating a skin and bones strut that stank of sex and cigarettes. In the following years, The Kills haven't strayed too far from their original lo-fi blues/rock blueprint, yet still

By |2018-08-16T10:13:39+01:00March 15th, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Jay Reatard – Australian Interview (Static, 2009)

Capping off an incredibly busy year with a singles compilation for 2008, Nashville native Jay Reatard has been relentlessly touring the globe and still hasn't stopped to catch his breath. Recently blowing away audiences in Australia with his demented hair-shaking garage rock, Chris Berkley caught up with Jay in Sydney and spoke to him about

By |2021-02-09T02:04:51+00:00February 9th, 2009|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , |1 Comment

The Stills – Interview with Tim Fletcher (2009)

Having released one of Webcuts favourite albums of 2008, the tsunamically stunning Oceans Will Rise, we caught up with vocalist/guitarist Tim Fletcher from Montreal's The Stills whilst in the middle of a brief European tour late last year.

TV on the Radio – Interview with Jaleel Bunton (Static, 2008)

Having just released one of the stand-out (and Webcuts approved) albums of 2008 with the awe-inspiring brilliance of Dear Science, Static's Chris Berkley spoke to Jaleel Bunton, drummer of Brooklyn's roof-raising TV On The Radio as the band embark on their American tour. Webcuts was on hand recently to see TV On The Radio debut their

By |2021-02-09T01:56:33+00:00November 4th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |1 Comment

The Faint – Australian Interview with Jacob Thiele about Faciinatiion (Static, 2008)

It may come as some surprise that for a band who always seem to be on the cutting edge The Faint have actually been in existence for over a decade, combining punk attitude and guitars with a hellava lot of synthesizers and electronics. Static's Chris Berkley sits down with The Faint's keyboardist, Jacob Thiele, and

By |2021-02-09T01:47:40+00:00October 3rd, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Louis XIV – Way Out West Interview (2008)

This August Sweden was graced by a visit from San Diego's finest, Louis XIV, a band that shocked parents groups in Alabama and who have enticed numerous girls with their classic rock'n'roll moves. But behind the media image the band is bursting with creativity and musical ambition. Louis XIV not only have lots of attitude

By |2021-01-05T02:34:52+00:00September 15th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Lightspeed Champion – Interview with Dev Hynes (Static, 2008)

Dev Hynes was once a teenage Test Icicle but now goes it alone under the name Lightspeed Champion. This year's Falling off the Lavender Bridge surprised many, especially Test Icicles fans, as its charming mix of Britpop, folk and alt.country was a significant departure from the indie meets hardcore of his former band. Static's Chris

By |2021-01-24T08:11:40+00:00August 4th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Hoodoo Gurus – Interview with Dave Faulkner (2008)

Living proof that great bands and great songs endure all, Sydney's Hoodoo Gurus are the epitome of the walking jukebox, with a back catalogue of classic singles and albums that have become as much part of the Australian consciousness as any other. From their conception in 1981 they have been captivating audiences the world over

By |2021-01-31T01:18:07+00:00July 12th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Husky Rescue – Interview with Marko Nyberg (2008)

Hailing from Helsinki Husky Rescue are the brainchild of songwriter/bassist Marko Nyberg assisted by the magnetic Reeta-Leena Korhola on vocals, Miika Colliander on guitar, Ville Riippa on keyboards, and Anssi Sopanen on drums. Webcuts questions Marko, one of Finland's finest, about the new album, Ghost Is Not Real, the Finnish countryside, blueberries and all things

Spiritualized – Interview with Jason Pierce about Songs in A&E (Static, 2008)

After a break of five years since their last album Amazing Grace, and a near crippling bout of double pneumonia, Spiritualized are back and in perfect health with their finest album to date with Songs in A&E. Chris Berkley of Static spoke to Jason Pierce about his illness, working with Harmony Korine, and the effect

By |2021-02-09T02:11:53+00:00June 26th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

ROOT! – Interview with DC Root (Damien Cowell) (2008)

In Webcuts' short history we've had the pleasure of publishing many enjoyable and informative interviews, but few have matched the humour and insight pervasive in this feature with DC from Melbourne's ROOT!. The band's history, debunking the misconception that having good lyrics equates to bad music, the sycophantic cult of Nick Cave, politics and much, much more are covered.

By |2021-01-04T04:07:18+00:00April 27th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , |2 Comments

Adorable – Interview with Piotr, Robert, Kevin and Wil (2008)

2019 UPDATE: ADORABLE REFORMED IN LATE 2019 FOR 5 FINAL GIGS. SEE THE ADORABLE FACEBOOK PAGE FOR DETAILS. Forming in 1990 Coventry's Adorable had the confidence, the drop dead cool, and most importantly the songs -- epic, emotional, dynamic songs -- of a great rock 'n' roll band. Fourteen years after their untimely demise we

By |2021-01-22T12:44:13+00:00April 24th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |5 Comments

Pete Fijalkowski – Interview about Polak, Adorable and Broken Heart Surgery (2008)

You can't keep a good man down: Pete Fijalkowski former frontman for two of England's finest, yet criminally ignored bands Adorable and Polak, answers my email inquisitions about those bands and his solo album Broken Heart Surgery. For the record when did The Candy Thieves become Adorable was it September 1990 as indicated in Footnotes?

By |2021-02-09T04:47:41+00:00April 24th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |2 Comments

Explosions in the Sky – Australian Interview (Static, 2008)

Austin post-rockers Explosions in the Sky have been weaving their instrumental magic for almost ten years now, releasing four revered albums and one soundtrack over that time. During their recent Australian tour Static's Chris Berkley talked to Chris Hrasky drummer with the band about creating their last disc, All of a Sudden I miss Everyone,

By |2021-01-20T00:58:32+00:00April 22nd, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |1 Comment

Tindersticks – Interview with David Boutler (2008)

We talk with Tindersticks keyboardist and founding member David Boutler about version 2.0 of Tindersticks, the stunning new album The Hungry Saw, the re-issue of their back catalogue, Songs for the Young at Heart and more.

The Honeys – Interview with Bruce Begley about Star Baby (2008)

All my favourite bands break up too soon. Some dissolve and leave no trace they ever existed, others leave behind a body of work, be it that beguiling debut or just one crucial single that will go on to stand the test of time. The reasons may be acrimonious, incongruous or ingenious. From the other

By |2021-01-05T01:37:39+00:00April 3rd, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

M83 – Interview with Anthony Gonzalez (Static, 2008)

Anthony Gonzalez is the driving force behind French band M83. Since 2001 M83 have released several albums of hypnotic electronica combined with effects laden guitars, and softly sung vocals. Static's Chris Berkley managed to track down Anthony on his first Australian tour and discussed airline mishaps, growing up on the French Rivera, the new M83 album Saturdays=Youth

By |2021-01-05T01:22:33+00:00March 28th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments

Stars – Interview with Amy Millan & Evan Cranley (Static, 2008)

It may've taken eight long years but Canadian indie pop quintet Stars made their way to Australia for the first time recently on the back of their fourth LP and one of 2007's best releases, In Our Bedroom After the War -- a record brimming with heartfelt pop and rock with electronic and soul flourishes.

By |2021-01-03T02:16:00+00:00March 7th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Jacob Golden – Interview circa Revenge Songs (2008)

If success was awarded by the amount of struggle and heartbreak an artist had endured, and took into account the innate talent the artist had, Jacob Golden would be multi-platinum and headlining London's Royal Albert Hall by now. He's not there yet, but after a very successful 2007 this year should see Golden's star if

By |2021-01-01T07:16:39+00:00January 15th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , |2 Comments

The Scare – Interview (2007)

Craig Smith takes us on a journey from Brisbane to Birmingham with Wade Keighran bass player for punk rockers The Scare. Taking in emotional break downs and playing the UK festivals, to the booze soaked recording of Chivalry and being wide eyed in L.A. -- this is the definitive account of The Scare's rags to musical riches tale.

By |2021-01-03T10:15:31+00:00January 8th, 2008|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

1990s – Interview with Jackie McKeown and Michael McGauhrin about 1990s and Yummy Fur (2007)

During the decade that was the 1990s Jackie McKeown fronted the highly influential but commercially ignored Glaswegian act The Yummy Fur, an ensemble that went through as many reshuffles as a blackjack dealer in Vegas. Two years ago he formed the band 1990s a mix of The Rolling Stones, Motown soul and power-pop with Michael

By |2021-01-03T10:22:40+00:00December 14th, 2007|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments

Shout Out Louds – Interview (2007)

Just call it the comeback. While the Shout Out Loud's debut album Howl Howl Gaff Gaff showed promise few could have predicated the seismic improvement for follow-up Our Ill Wills -- a veritable treasure chest of '80s and '90s influenced alternative pop and rock with strings, layered percussion and crisp production. We sit down with

By |2021-01-03T02:08:25+00:00November 19th, 2007|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments

Lick – A Bitter Taste of Britpop – Interview with Gary Cosby (2007)

Lick were one of Britpop's great forgotten bands. Forming in Camden in 1994 they made a splash with glam anthems, penchant for eyeliner and sexually charged lyrics. But the dream was all over two years later on the cusp of releasing their debut album. We feature an in-depth Q&A with lead singer Gary Cosby about the band and the their unreleased album Turbulence.

By |2021-01-22T13:05:40+00:00November 18th, 2007|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |10 Comments

Pete Fijalkowski – Interview about Adorable & Polak (1998)

For posterity we present you with an interview conducted via email with Pete Fijalkowski from 1998. The dust had settled from Adorable and Polak had just released their first single "2 Minutes 45". Let's start at the ending for Adorable, which was kind of the beginning of Polak. What actually happened? We were dropped by

By |2021-02-09T04:43:34+00:00April 24th, 1998|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Mansun – Interview with Dominic Chad (1997)

A decade ago, at the tail end of Britpop, art-rockers Mansun were one of the biggest bands in the UK, seemingly ready to take on the rest of the world. Six years later the band imploded in the wake of backlash towards their third record Little Kix. Webcuts chooses to remember them at their peak with this 1997 interview.

By |2021-02-01T00:24:59+00:00April 16th, 1997|Categories: Interviews|Tags: , , , , , |1 Comment