Richard In Your Mind were born in late 2006 by housemates Richard Cartwright and Conrad Richters. They quickly sprung onto the public consciousness with their engaging live show which often features confetti canons, strobe lights and unconventional instrumentation. The band won the NSW leg of the 2007 Triple J unearthed competition, earning them an opening spot at that year's Sydney Big Day Out. December 2007 saw the band release their debut album, The Future Prehistoric, to rave reviews and solid FBI and JJJ airplay. Through 2008 the band toured extensively, eventually adding new members Pat Torres and Jordy Lane.
"If this is the precedent for Australian music in 2008, we are in for a prosperous and thrilling year. Brilliant." - A.H. Cayley, MESS AND NOISE
“Wonderfully unpretentious, whimsical pop music†– Linda Marigliano, TRIPLE J
“A unique and exciting prospect for the Sydney scene… simply outstanding†– Shaun Prescott, DRUM MEDIA
“Refreshingly unique… burns an impression that surpasses anything I’ve heard this year†– FASTERLOUDER.COM.AU
“Richard Cartwright’s eccentric demeanor, his quaint banter, his lyrics, and the joyous absurdity of the band’s pop songs are overwhelmingly effective†– Shaun Prescott, MESS AND NOISE
