Lucifer Gunne
Lucifer Gunne | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Wellington, New Zealand |
| Genres | Punk rock Alternative rock |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Labels | PlasticGroove |
| Website | http://www.lucifergunne.com |
| Members | Rory McDonald Don MacKenzie Steve Henwood |
| Past members | Taylor Johnston-Criscuola Henry Thomas Troy Woods Ben McHardy |
Lucifer Gunne is an alternative rock and punk rock group from Wellington, New Zealand, formed in March 2017 by singer Rory McDonald, guitarist Don MacKenzie and former drummer Henry Thomas. Troy Woods was the original bass player. Both Henry and Troy are now at Christchurch University.[1]
Rory started writing music in 2015, releasing his first solo EP, "The Red King" mid-2017. Rory's vocals are inspired by the likes of Marilyn Manson, Kurt Cobain and Mike Patton.
Former drummer Taylor Johnston-Criscuola once played drums on stage with The Killers. After waiting outside Wellington’s TSB Arena with a sign saying he could play drums, he was called up during the show to play 'For Reasons Unknown'.[2][3]
The band's current line-up consists of Rory McDonald (Vocals/Bass), Don MacKenzie (guitar) and Steve Henwood (guitar).
Lucifer Gunne is managed under the label of PlasticGroove.[4][5]
History
Starting out solo, Rory McDonald worked on his first EP ‘The Red King’[6]. He had a whole band sound in mind, rather than a solo project. After the release of his EP he met Don MacKenzie and ex-drummer Henry Thomas in the crowd at a Pixies concert.
March 30th, 2017, saw Rory, Don, Steve and Henry play their first show at Valhalla, and since then they have been playing, performing and recording ever since.
The line-up has changed recently with the departures of Henry Thomas and Taylor Johnston-Criscuola[7]
Bingo Fighter
Rory McDonald is also the bassist for Wellington band, Bingo Fighter[8]
Releases
Energenetic
Their latest single Energenetic had success in both Australia and New Zealand, with the music video being filmed on a rooftop in their home town of Wellington[9].
Lead vocalist Rory McDonald is influenced by artists including Mike Patton and Marilyn Manson, the latter being an inspiration for the band’s name. Review of Energenetic by Radio 13.[10]
The single received lots of media coverage including Happy Mag[11] and Heavy Mag [12].
One of Rory's favorite moments comes from recording this single. He was woken up in the studio by the band eager to get the recording process finished. He took his first vocal takes after being asleep for over 2 hours, and he couldn't be happier with the final result.[13]
Energetic was recorded at Elysian Studios, Paraparaumu, New Zealand.[14]
HRM
HRM was recorded in a studio in Levin. It was to be a part of the Ninth Hour EP but the EP was pulled as the quality and performances weren't great.
The Red King EP
The Red King was Rory's first EP, led more as a solo project before meeting the rest of the band members, former drummer Ben McHardy, Don MacKenzie and Steve Henwood.
Currently
Lucifer Gunne are currently recording their first official album. They recently played to a packed venue for a charity event Banding Together: Rock and Metal for Christchurch Archived 11 July 2013 at the Wayback Machine. And they are also about to release the "Ha Ha Ok Ok" single alongside the official music video.
Ha Ha Ok Ok
This track is all about trying to be someone you aren't, just to fit in with society. Ha Ha Ok Ok is being recorded at PlasticGroove Studios.
Interesting Facts/Tours
- Sold out Valhalla late last year
- Completed 7 venue NZ tour to great crowds: Lovelands Porirua, Valhalla Wellington x 2, Smash Palace Gisborne, 50 Gorillas Dunedin, Dark room chch, Nivara Lounge, Hamilton
- Supporting Coridian in November
- Played Aro Valley summer fair & Upper Hutt City of song
- Airplay on Bayrock FM, Kaos FM, ZZZ Brisbane
- Almost 2000 likes on facebook. Almost 10000 spotify streams and 150000 youtube streams
- Single being released September, album in November, tour of NZ / OZ Feb/ March
- Signed to PlasticGroove late last year.
- Possible documentary coming 2020/2021
Discography
2017 - The Red King EP
2018 - HRM
2019 - Energenetic
References
- ↑ "Lucifer Gunne Official". Lucifer Gunne.
- ↑ "The Killers meet Wellington like two old lovers". Stuff.co.nz.
- ↑ "Awesome guest drummer at The Killers concert". YouTube.
- ↑ "PlasticGroove Official". PlasticGroove Official.
- ↑ "PlasticGroove Facebook". PlasticGroove Facebook.
- ↑ "The Red King EP". The Red King EP.
- ↑ "Lucifer Gunne Official". Lucifer Gunne.
- ↑ "Bingo Fighter on Facebook". Bingo Fighter on Facebook.
- ↑ "Energenetic Music Video". YouTube.
- ↑ "Radio 13". Radio 13.
- ↑ "Lucifer Gunne's new single, Energenetic, lives up to its title". Happy Mag.
- ↑ "NZ Natives, Lucifer Gunne, throw down a frenetic and hard hitting statement". Heavy Mag.
- ↑ "NZMM: Favourite Wellington Music Moment: Lucifer Gunne". Wellington City Libraries.
- ↑ "Elysian Studios Facebook Page". Elysian Studios.
External links
- Lucifer Gunne Official
- Lucifer Gunne Facebook
- Lucifer Gunne Spotify
- MNZ Lucifer Gunne
- Lucifer Gunne Craig Payne Communications
- PlasticGroove Official
- PlasticGroove Facebook
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