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Roo Gaze - Bands from Australia - FLOWERTRUCK

“Anxious pre-and-post-student pop,” is how the Sydney band, Flowertruck, describes their signature sound. The band made up of Charles, Sarah and Will have been creating their unique blend of music since 2014. But I heard a late 80's peppy post punk vibe. Upon first listen I heard touches of the Church plus a drop of Ian Brown. This band hits on the shimmery sounds of the late 80s, early 90s while being housed in the climate changed 21st century.

I chose "Enough for Now" because of the video and the message. I get it. Yes we are good enough for now. This band exudes late July sunshine and warmth. Jangly guitar riffs combined with boss baritone vocals make this a most charming track. It is perfect for a dank, windy Jersey afternoon in January.

The images in the video range from an outdated flip phone, a Frisbee, have a slug of milk jar, an imperfect high dive, a broken flip flop, kittens and the band wearing socks and sandals, high waisted Mom jeans, and pink polo shirts. Flowertruck epitomizes my thoughts about most Australian musicians - many are insouciant, jovial and damn fine entertainers. Save the Koalas. Save the Roos. Save the land. Music will save the people. Peace out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lV8I_Y1DFCY

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