Fahrenheit 43
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Fahrenheit 43 is a rock/pop band from Melbourne, Australia led by singer-songwriter Richard James.
History
Formed in 2008, after lead singer Richard James and guitarist Gemma met by chance. The two began performing as an acoustic duo, and in 2009 were chosen by event organisers to showcase at the L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival.[1] Drummer Alwin Laysico joined the band soon after, bringing with him bass player Grant Young.
Fahrenheit 43 launched their debut EP, 'The 6 Degrees EP', on October 22nd 2009 at The Curtin Bandroom on Lygon Street in Melbourne.[2] Fahrenheit 43's independent release has been called 'the best EP of the year' (Dave Griffiths, Buzz Magazine), with one review heralding the band as 'one of the best pop-rock groups to surface in a long, long time'.[3]
The band's first big break came in March 2010 when they were announced as the winner of the Victorian public vote in Nova Radio's national 'I Am With The Band' Competition.[4] The band won a coveted spot to play at Nova 100's 'I Am With The Band' LIVE in Melbourne show, held at The Espy's infamous Gershwin Room.[5][6]
Music style
Fahrenheit 43 has described their music as being "acoustic college pop-rock", comparing their sound to Goo Goo Dolls and Switchfoot. Their influences include Angels & Airwaves, Mayday Parade and John Mayer.[1]
Members
- Richard James – lead vocals, guitar, keys (2008–present)
- Gemma May – guitar (2008–present)
- Alwin 'Elmo' Laysico – drums (2009–present)
- Grant Young – bass (2010–present)
Former Members
- Alfie Lagos – bass (2009-2010)
Discography
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- The 6 Degrees EP (2009)
- "Angel's Lullaby" – 3:21
- "Rescue Me" – 4:34
- "The Reason" (acoustic) – 2:33
- "25 Down" (acoustic) – 5:29
- "Dreams In Motion" (interlude) – 1:56
References
- ^ a b "Triple J Unearthed: Fahrenheit 43". triplejunearthed.com. Retrieved 8 July, 2010.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ "Fahrenheit 43 EP Launch @ The Curtin Bandroom". liveguide.com.au. Retrieved 8 July, 2010.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ "Fahrenheit 43 - The 6 Degrees EP". MediaSearch.com.au. Retrieved 8 July, 2010.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ "Fahrenheit 43 fans top choice". leaderassociatednewspapers. Retrieved 8 July, 2010.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ "Fahrenheit43 LIVE at the Espy". DMG Radio Australia. Retrieved 8 July, 2010.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ "Nova Fm presents the I Am With the Band LIVE in Melbourne show feat. Fahrenheit 43". liveguide.com.au. Retrieved 8 July, 2010.
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