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Photo's below by Fredi Brinkworth taken at Water Rats, Kings Cross London on 18-10-08


"The crowd were pumped from the energy that was being drilled out of each member of the group and Sidecar 46 did not stall in providing the energy back at the wowed audience, especially Roberts fearsome guitar playing, Andys non stop charismatic drumming and Dan grinding baselines." Ben Cross & David Jones (Official Guilfest website) on Sidecar 46 live @ Guilfest 2008

" A Band to Watch out for" Mark Hill, Artful Dodger

"Sidecar 46 are making their debut in Bournemouth tonight in a sparce The Gander, which is a shame as these guys have a huge sound. Sidecar 46 play a mixture of styles with a smattering of US Rock and a formula of slow/fast energetic songs - but Sidecar 46 are more than just another post-hardcore band. Andy's drums are powerful and throbbing throughout, but his 'nervous' humour is lost on this crowd. Dan is a big haired bassist who headbangs throughout but like Andy, doesn't hold back on the power. Rob's vocals are clear almost in their entirety tonight, and despite the lack of crowd to perform to they have a clutch of decent songs that deserve to be heard by more people." Big Ross, BHone


"SIDECAR 46– This band blends all sorts of styles and genres. Grasp a very funky Supergrass punk grind and mix it with an early Metallica menace..now that is an odd mash up." bugbear promotions

"You find yourself singing along almost immediately, understanding why Sidecar are all the rave around Southampton at the moment. Not one track can be flawed and as with the primary objective of any EP you have to ask- did it make me want and crave more? To be honest, it left me gagging." RoomThirteen


"After a 4 minute demonstration of how to mix grunge, punk, metal, Britpop (and plenty of other musical genres) from the last decade the band announce they are "SIDECAR46". Now on the Southampton scene, they are starting to build up a good following here and it's easy to see why. They'll be gigging plenty over the next few months so I'd recommend you go check them out."
MintSOUTH Magazine

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Formed in 2003 at Warwickshire College, Rugby, after just jamming in a studio for a couple of hours one afternoon. After the time in the studio, the band came out of the room with a couple of songs written and loads more ideas in store, this was the first time Andy Convey, Rob Bray and Dan Fellows had played in a band with each other and it was clear that there was a musical link between the three.

They all had different music projects going on outside college so kept their band, later to be named Sidecar46, for college use. More songs came and with each small college performance came good reviews from papers and audiences. As the three became best friends the music they were writing took off and was soon recognised by producer John Rushton who advised the three to carry on with the band after college saying “if the band take their time and carry on like they’ve started, they are going to do very well from it”.

The band was given the chance in 2005 to perform in front of band scout Andy Ellis who described the music as “fresh and exciting.” The band recorded their first EP in April 2005, which received good feedback and gave the band a good platform to work on.

2006 saw the release of 'paper vs scissor vs rock vs glue and the band were on tour playing gigs all over England in some prestigious venues such as Dublin Castle (London), Hope and Anchor (London), Day and Night Café (Manchester) and The Joiners (Southampton).

From the summer of 2006, the band’s fan base had grown massively and the band was selling out venues at both ends of the country. In September 2006 the band all moved to the south coast to start university in Southampton. Since moving there they have played a handful of shows that have all sold out and received huge praise from people and press in the city like be hailed as “one of the most impressing live bands to play on this stage” at the Joiners.

In 2007 the band recorded their second EP 'Why do i still do this everyday?' which was released very fittingly at the bands first appearance at the Barfly in Camden. Since releasing the second record, Sidecar have appeared live on radio and the EP has had a lot of airplay in Southampton and surrounding area’s. ‘Why do I still do this everyday?’ has received praise from reviewers in various music magazines and, from various promoters. The EP reached number 7 in the FOPP records unsigned chart and was included in Saint FM’s ‘best of 2007’ list. Sidecar 46 will be gigging a lot in the south of England in the coming year, be a part of it!

"Daring and enthralling, Sidecar46 smell of good things to come" John Oliver, The Golden Cross

"Listening to the Sidecar 46 E.P. the first thing that struck me were the sweeping guitar riffs and simple yet solid drums with the Gallagher esque vocals. ..r inspection its the bass that really sets the tone, with its smooth heavy rolls fitting nicely with guitars and vocals making the E.P. generally an all round un-offensive listen which is rare in the heavy rock genres of today. Using the wah-wah pedal in an uncompromising homage to the legend of Shaft this band definitely have head banging capability as well as a softer side. Lyrically up to speed they seem to sum up what its like to be a 19 year old living in todays society. If I had to make my own comparisons I would say Placebo were a good place to start although the similarities to Oasis are evident. In all its punchy, heavy without being overbearing and you can definitely move to it" Matt Hollick: 107.1 Rugby FM, Passion 107.9, Diploma graduate- Alchemea school of audio engineering, Islington, London.

"The best unsigned live band we've seen this year" pp fluffer

"They manage to mix metal, punk and grunge with some interesting arrangements and a sense of fun and enjoyment." Dave Davies, Leicester Mercury.

"One of the best bands we've had play at the venue" Max Mitchell, Caenarven Castle


Thanks to Charlotte Ford for this awesome pic and thanks to Sam LJ for posing in the shirt!!!


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Member Since: 19/10/2005
Band Website: YOUR ON IT!
Band Members:

Robert Bray - Guitar, Vocals

Dan Fellows - Bass

Andy Convey - Drums, Vocals


Influences:
    John Rushton Mark Williams Gordon Croft thisGIRL Oasis Supergrass Chin Music Brand New Incubus North Korea Rage Finger Project Jack Daniels Idiot Pilot Foo Fighters Muse Brian Blessed Biffy Clyro Son of Dave

Sounds Like: your falling down a hole from which you will never reappear.............

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Review of Sidecar 46 at the Joiners on 10th Dec by Mel Lewis

..> The Joiners, SouthamptonMonday 10th December 2007A typical Monday night, avoidance of Kaos was the plan (we all know the addiction students throughout Southampton have come to acquire), and s...
Posted by on Thu, 03 Jan 2008 09:22:00 GMT

RoomThirteen review on WDISDTE? by Mel Lewis

This four track E.P from Leicester trio Sidecar 46 sees the bringing together of three level headed music minds, upping the stakes on rivalling unsigned bands. All currently studying at Southampton So...
Posted by on Tue, 12 Jun 2007 10:56:00 GMT

Top ten selling Fopp unsigned artists

Sidecar 46 have reached NO 7 in the Fopp Records Unsigned chart for this month.Go to http://www.fopp.co.uk/unsigned to check out the charts.The new chart comes out on monday 11th June.Thanks to all wh...
Posted by on Thu, 07 Jun 2007 05:32:00 GMT

Why Do I Still Do This Everyday? in Fopp

Hi Guys hope everyone is cool!Just a note to say that Why do i still do this everyday? will be available to buy in Fopp Records music store, Southampton from next week! They will be stocking our new E...
Posted by on Fri, 18 May 2007 11:42:00 GMT

joiners review march 1st

Sidecar46  The Joiners 1 March 2007   mINtSOUTHs wrestling rock n roll reporter Brett Summers went behind the lens of 'moshcam' tonight to capture the images from the set at The Joiner...
Posted by on Thu, 08 Mar 2007 03:16:00 GMT

why do i still do this everyday?

Sidecar46 new EP 'why do i still do this everyday?' is set to be released on friday the 23rd february. The EP has 4 tracks on it and is the follow up to 'paper vs scissor vs rock s glue.' 'Why do i st...
Posted by on Sun, 11 Feb 2007 07:32:00 GMT

Chris Moyles top 8

  Check it out Sidecar at number 3 in Chris Moyles top 8. Chris is using myspace to try and promote a few unsigned bands that he likes on the site he changes his top 8 every week to promote thes...
Posted by on Wed, 05 Apr 2006 04:39:00 GMT

Leicester Mercury Showcase:-gig review

--> HOP IN THE SIDECAR FOR DAREDEVIL RIDE WITH SOME AUTHENTIC MOTOR CITY ROCK C*BOB, MOTOR CITY DAREDEVILS, THE CHARCOAL MOVEMENT AND SIDECAR 46 MERCURY / CHARLOTTE SHOWCASE 2006, THE CH...
Posted by on Thu, 23 Mar 2006 07:31:00 GMT

Observer Article

here's the article about us from the Rugby Observer out today!! Former college band to set off on Midlands tour A band who formed at Rugby college are bringing alternative rock to venues across t...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 06:24:00 GMT

money off flyer for charlotte gig 21st

use this flyer to get money off entry to our gig at the charlotte on the 21st of march. just click on the link, press print and cut it down till it fits in your pocket http://i6.photobucket.com/albums...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 06:21:00 GMT