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Skinny Jean

About Me


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

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 15/08/2006
Band Website: www.skinnyjeanband.com
Band Members: Jemma Hicks - Vocals / Vibraphone / Glockenspiel / Keys / Percussion

Andrew Sydes - Vocals / Guitar

Graham Ritchie - Bass

Samuel Schlencker - Drums / Vocals

Skên Onion - Vocals / Guitar / Keys

alsø alsø wik:
Steve Bartlett - Producer/Engineer White Horse Productions
Tim Minchin - the trusty sound man
Live Photography - John Hudson Taylor Photography

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Management:
Maggie Collins: 0431 283 338
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Sam Schlencker: 0412 555 848

[email protected]

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All Booking Enquiries:
Dorry Kartabani
Email: [email protected]
P: +61 (0)2 9356 0005
M: +61 (0)4 1846 3700

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Influences:
Sounds Like:

Skinny Jean - 'Aliens' Live @ Family 09/09/09 from Skinny Jean on Vimeo .

Skinny Jean - Anguish Sandwich Live @ The Brisbane Powerhouse from Skinny Jean on Vimeo .


Type of Label: Unsigned

My Blog

Album Tour Begins This Week!

Hi!How's it?So, we had a freaken cool time playing on the Hope For Our Homeless stage on Saturday night at The Valley Fiesta. It's amazing how a great crowd really takes a show experience from OK to I...
Posted by on Tue, 27 Oct 2009 07:02:00 GMT

East Coast Tour!

Hey All!It has been a good few weeks since we spoke! I hope you are all doing well.We are flat out!Firstly...At the end of September, Shêm married his long time love Heidi (Not Heidi who used to be in...
Posted by on Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:52:00 GMT

psst...Our Album Is Released Today Across Aus & NZ!

Hey Mum (et al)!!!!Can you tell I'm excited?Dolce Doggerel is finally released throughout Australia and New Zealand today! Are you proud?Our first album is going to be available in the CD stores and e...
Posted by on Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Single Launch This Saturday Night

Hello!Last weekend was massive!  We played to a sold out crowd at The Zoo on Thursday night while supporting the maniacal Bluejuice, and again with Bluejuice at The Cooly Hotel on Friday night.  We th...
Posted by on Wed, 02 Sep 2009 22:56:00 GMT

Bluejuice/ Sydney/ X & Y/ Big Sound

Hellooooo Friends!We're building up to the national release of 'Dolce Doggerel' on September 11, and we've got a bunch of shows to play before then.Bluejuice (Aug 27 & 28)Tonight we're supporting thos...
Posted by on Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:02:00 GMT

Single Tour Begins This Week & 'Dolce Doggerel' gets a national release!

Hi! Hi! Hi! Hi!So, maybe we're just a little bit excited.We are proud to announce that our debut album 'Dolce Doggerel' is going to be officially released throughout Australia & New Zealand by Shock R...
Posted by on Sun, 16 Aug 2009 20:42:00 GMT

Upcoming shows!

Good Morning Dear SJ Mailing List Loyals!   We have a couple of gig reminders for you today!   First one is especially for anyone under 18.  We're trying to keep up the all ages opportunities for you...
Posted by on Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:18:00 GMT

Sydney/ Jamie Hutchings & All Ages Show!

Hi!We have a couple of shows coming up, so I thought we should give you a little reminder.For anyone playing at home in Sydney, we have something for you on Sunday night (7th).  Skinny Jean are playin...
Posted by on Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:11:00 GMT

May Shows, Voting for us & Byron Bay tomorrow night!

Hi Hi!We've sorted a very last minute show in Byron Bay tomorrow (Thursday 30th) night at The Great Northern Hotel in Byron Bay.  We'll be supporting Melbourne band Ground Components.  If you live in ...
Posted by on Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:45:00 GMT

Launch Wrap Up & New Shows

HELLO!We successfully launched our album Friday week ago, and I have only just recovered...hence this email coming so long after the show. Thank you to EVERYONE who came and everyone who helped make ...
Posted by on Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:48:00 GMT