Dead of Winter - Promotional Work
I recently volunteered to do some promotional work for this year's Dead of Winter Festival which will showcase some of Brisbane best punk and alternative bands with a macabre theme in celebration of the winter solstice. I was very thrilled to get this opportunity, so I thought I would share this work on my blog for all to enjoy.
I was given 4 bands and the task of writing a 50-70 word bio for each band, along with sourcing 2 music videos and an article on each band and writing a blurb to encourage people to check out the band and ultimately come to the show. So check out my work below.
NANCY VANDAL
50 - 70-word synopsis about the band:
Nancy Vandal have gloriously mocked rock n roll whilst still rocking harder than your friend's band for over 20 years. They gained popularity in the 90's through playing at festivals and opening for acts such as NOFX and Mellincolin. Ska-Punk played with tenacity and a tongue planted firmly in the cheek of rock n' roll.
You don't want to miss them at this year's Dead of Winter Festival.
A Youtube video with 10 words about the band:
Nancy Vandal celebrating 20 years of flogging a dead phoenix
Don't miss the celebration at this year's Dead of Winter Festival
A second Youtube video with 10 words about the band:
Explosions, flying sharks and horror icons trying to kill a dead bird.
All this and more at this year's Dead of Winter Festival
A press article or review with a quote:
"Flogging a Dead Phoenix is a must have for the fans of the band from the 90s and for any punk aficionado into a little bit of Australiana mayhem." J. Birkham (2013).
FLANGIPANIS
50 - 70-word synopsis about the band:
The Flangipanis are a band serious about not taking themselves seriously. Playing catchy pop-punk songs with an infectious intensity and an adolescent sense of humour. They Consistently smash the 4ZZZ hottest 100, year after year and always bring the party, with songs that encourage people to sing along and leave audiences grinning from ear to ear.
Well-known within the Brisbane underground and on the verge of becoming a household name throughout Australia.
A Youtube video with 10 words about the band:
Flangipanis new video is out with footage of the Japanese tour. They're back in Australia,
so make sure you check out the new album Always the Brides Maid and come to this year's Dead of Winter Festival.
A second Youtube video with 10 words about the band:
The excitement of a New Years Day house party with The Flangipanis. Come and party with them at Dead of Winter Festival this year.
A press article or review with a quote:
"We just played a festival here in Brisbane called the Dead of Winter festival, which is a horror-themed thing and we made these shirts that were like a rip-off of The Misfits logo and on the back, they said “Suck My Zombie Cunt” – they sold out in 2 hours.” J Flange (2013).
Blowhard
50 - 70-word synopsis about the band:
A band who refuse to be pigeonholed, Blowhard have stunned audiences for over 20 years; playing a funky style of Ska-Punk
that will leave you saying "What are they gonna do next?" or "I can't believe they just did that?" Sublime, but not for the faint of heart.
Don't miss your chance to see these legendary punks at this year's Dead of Winter Festival.
A Youtube video with 10 words about the band:
Work got you down? Need a cold hard drink? Come have a big one at Dead of Winter Festival with these boys!
A second Youtube video with 10 words about the band:
Blending Funk, Ska, Punk & Metal. It's not every day you get the chance to see a band like this...
A press article or review with a quote:
"Spike your hair up in the toilets with Qld Rail-issue soap, and blow-dry it to a hard crust by swinging the hand-dryer nozzle around." B. Jones (2017).
Great Advice from Ben Jones of Blowhard. Get your boots on and your hair up for this year's Dead of Winter Festival.
Dirty Liars
50 - 70-word synopsis about the band:
Retro-influenced garage rock with a modern edge. The Dirty Liars mean serious business. They're simply bursting with energy, lead by Mandy Moo who is not only a powerful front-woman but also has the voice to back it up.
This is a band who take the aesthetics of 50's rockabilly, mix it with the energy of punk and present it in a way that is fresh and exciting.
They don't play shows every other week, so make sure you get tickets to see them at Dead of Winter Festival this year.
A Youtube video with 10 words about the band:
The Dirty Liars approach rock n' roll with a quirkiness unseen in this day and age.
A second Youtube video with 10 words about the band:
Vibrant, exciting, full of energy and melody. Fronted by the strong and sexy Mandy Moo. Click play, you know you can' help it.
A press article or review with a quote:
"This four-piece powder keg is turning heads and ears whenever they take on a venue. Very powerful sounds coming off stage, with high energy mayhem to be had by all who have the pleasure of being in the crowd." D. Nebe (2015).
The organiser was very happy with my work and has asked me to do 3 more bands, which will be coming soon. This was a really good experience for me as a writer to take on something that needs to be concise and attractive. I'm looking forward to doing more of this sort of writing and attending the show itself in July. If you're interested in coming along to see some of the best live music Brisbane has to offer, then grab a ticket at Dead of Winter Festival Tickets, or for more info, check out the event on Facebook.
