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The Detonators

New album out August 2007

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Before Rock, there was Rockabilly, Blues and Rhythm n’ Blues. The Detonators, through their original songs, reinvent the styles that made the mid to late 50s such a vital time in music’s history. They play an era, not simply a genre.Australia's leading roots rockers release their fourth album/fifth release Top Night Out August 2007. The quartet’s original blend of blazing jump-rock blues is infused with the driving energy inherent in their heros’ music. Chuck Berry, Little Walter and Hound Dog Taylor are some of the influences that give this band their distinguished sound.Guitarist Paulie “The Kid” Bignell says playing authentically in such a stylistic manner is demanding. “With this style of music, even the tiniest mistake is really obvious. To come across well we have to play with exceptional precision; it’s not as easy as it sounds,” he says. Although their music is inspired by the 1950s era, Bignell argues that the songs have never been more relevant. “We sing about our experiences today,” Bignell says. “ The Detonators’ blazing jump-rock tunes are as slick as their teddy-boy quiffs ” - mX Newspaper. Myspace Layouts
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Member Since: 3/5/2006
Band Website: detonators.com.au
Band Members: Rockbottom James Moloney. Vocals/Harmonica Paulie "The Kid" Bignell. Guitars Doghouse Dave Philpots. Double Bass Eddie Fury. Drums
Influences: Chuck Berry, Little Walter, Johnny Burnett rock n roll Trio, Hound Dog Taylor, Hank Williams, Jimmy Reed, Muddy Watres, Fabulous Thunderbirds, James Harman, Rod Piazza, Junior Brown, Southern Colture on the Skids, Rolling Stones, AC/DC. Sun Records, Chess Records and the list goes on.....
Sounds Like: raw, real and damm good.....
Record Label: BMM
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

The Detonators Jan ’08 update

The Detonators   The wheels on the bus go round and round as The Dets hit the black top and ride into NSW this week for a crop of shows. Thursday Canberra, Friday Newcastle, Saturday Sydney, Sund...
Posted by The Detonators on Tue, 15 Jan 2008 05:48:00 PST

PBS live to air correction

The correct link for The Detontors live to air on PBS FM this Saturday arvo between 1PM and 3PM is  http://www.pbsfm.org.au/ Just click on the "On Air Now" button on the right and away you go. ...
Posted by The Detonators on Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:10:00 PST

dets dec 07 updates....

The Detonators   The Dets go flat sticks towards the end of the year with the hammer down and bang into the new year. There's no stoppin'... Top Night Out is selling like hot cakes all over ...
Posted by The Detonators on Fri, 07 Dec 2007 05:48:00 PST

The Detonators November update...

The Detonators   Always on the GO! The Dets had a red hot go at the Blues Performer of the Year awards a few weeks back, coming in at 3rd place. Congratulations to the winners, Susannah Espy/Big...
Posted by The Detonators on Mon, 12 Nov 2007 03:12:00 PST

this weekend The Detonators....

Thanks to all those who came to the shows in NSW last weekend. Another great tour and a few more Top Night Out cries. We had a great day in Woolangong on Sunday at the Towradge Festival and celabrated...
Posted by The Detonators on Fri, 21 Sep 2007 06:06:00 PST

The dets mid Sept updates

The Detonators   Thanks to all who turned up at the East Brunswick Club on Friday night for a Top Night Out. Here is a link to some pics from the night by Tim Chuma of Nailhead (great new band fe...
Posted by The Detonators on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 04:25:00 PST

Dets Melb CD Launch.

The Detonators   This Friday night The Detonators launch their new cd 'Top Night Out' in Melbourne at the East Brunswick Club. Special guests on the night will be Nailhead (featuring Red Rivers)...
Posted by The Detonators on Fri, 07 Sep 2007 09:50:00 PST

Dets Aug update

The Detonators.. Mid August Update. A few updates in the calender and the hammer is down. A busy weekend in Melbourne and the following week in NSW to launch our new CD 'Top Night Out'. This Frid...
Posted by The Detonators on Tue, 14 Aug 2007 03:39:00 PST

Dets July updates. Top Night Out..

The Detonators.. The Detonators launch their new CD 'Top Night Out'..  Yes it's finally here! The CD will be released early August and launched from there! This weekend a series of show...
Posted by The Detonators on Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:38:00 PST

The Detonators June updates...

The Detonators. Another bunch of gigs behind us and another swag in front... The Dets just don't stop banging on doors. All great nights at the Limelight Lounge, The Monash, and Daveys. The Eastern S...
Posted by The Detonators on Wed, 13 Jun 2007 04:43:00 PST