The Psychs
The Psychs | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Genres | Surf, pop, soul, space, bubblegum |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Labels | Unsigned |
| Website | http://thepsychs.bandcamp.com |
| Members | Jaisi Sheehan Sam Beca Tom Jennings Lukas Starkey |
The Psychs are a 60s/Surf/Pop band formed in 2010 in Auckland, New Zealand. The band consists of Jaisi Sheehan (Lead Vocals/Keys/Guitar), Sam Beca (Bass Guitar), Tom Jennings (Drums) and Lukas Starkey (Guitar/Vocals).
History
Formation
The band formed in mid-2010 after Sheehan quit The Electric Confectionaires, following a number of line-up changes and an extended break from the public eye.[1] Whilst playing in The Electric Confectionaires, Sheehan met bassist Simon Davenport. Davenport and Sheehan auditioned for other members of the band.[2] Following a long stint of auditions, current guitarist Lukas Starkey was given the role. Along with Luke Scott on drums. The current line-up is Jaisi Sheehan, Lukas Starkey (Hanson), Sam Beca and Tom Jennings.
Early Success
After having played only a couple of live shows, Auckland student radio station 95bFM received and playlisted what was planned as a demo of the band's debut single "Roaches". The track received significant airplay and was the highest played track on the station by some margin for a number of weeks. Roaches was made free to download online soon after.[3] Having gained listeners' attention with "Roaches", the band promptly recorded and released another single, "Gee I". This track was also a success and, along with "Roaches", sat at the top of the 95bFM top-ten charts for over a month.[2]
Following a string of headline shows, the band toured New Zealand with The Checks and The Earlybirds in December 2010. In January 2011, the band were named in the line-up for the bFM Summer Series alongside Die Die Die and The Naked and Famous.[4]
’Roaches’ EP
The Psychs' debut EP Roaches was released on 9 March 2011.[5] A limited-edition run of 250 self-released physical copies were made available for sale.[6] It is also available for sale digitally via iTunes. The band opted for a lo-fi, 60s sound, experimenting with early Motown recording techniques.[7] The EP includes rerecorded versions of "Roaches" and "Gee I". It was recorded and mixed by Andrew Brereton, who also recorded the earlier demo versions of "Roaches" and "Gee I".[6]
Debut Album Supa Color
The Psychs recorded their first album Supa Color over Christmas and New Years of 2012/2013 with NZ Producer Kody Nielson.
Discography
- Roaches EP (2011)
- "Hey Girl/This Dance" Double A-Side Single (2011)
References
- ↑ Myspace. 17 November 2010. Retrieved 15 April 2011
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Youtube. 1 March 2010. Retrieved 15 April 2011
- ↑ Cheese on Toast. 29 November 2010. Retrieved 15 April 2011
- ↑ Rip It Up. 1 March 2011. Retrieved 15 April 2011
- ↑ Grooveguide. 10 March 2011. Retrieved 15 April 2011
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "The Psychs – Roaches". Retrieved 28 October 2021.
- ↑ Undertheradar. 21 March 2011. Retrieved 15 April 2011
External links
- http://myspace.com/thepsychsss - Official Myspace
- http://thepsychs.bandcamp.com - Official Bandcamp
- http://triplejunearthed.com/thePsychs - Triple J Unearthed
- https://soundcloud.com/the-psychs - Official Soundcloud
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