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The Basics
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(There is more than one artist by this name - this article refers to Australian band “The Basics” who have released the records ‘Stand Out/Fit In’, ‘Call It R&B’, ‘For Girls Like You’ and ‘Get Back’)
The Basics, whose musical style could loosely be described as heavily referencing 60s pop and rock (such as The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Kinks etc) with elements of rock ‘n’ roll, reggae and rhythm and blues mixed in,were formed after Kris Schroeder and Wally de Backer met at a party in Melbourne. Initially they played around Melbourne as an acoustic guitar/drums combo, but when they later welcomed Michael Hubbard on electric guitar, Wally told Kris, “I caught you a delicious bass” and the power trio was born. Tim Heath joined the group in June 2004, after Michael decided to pursue his solo career. Dave Bramble joins the band on tour, playing keys, often while sporting a large moustache.
Their live performances are well known for their sense of humour and energy. Covers frequently make an appearance from various sources: to date, some of the bands covered have been Cream, The Kinks, The Police, New Kids on the Block and The Coasters (via The Beatles for their cover of Three Cool Cats).
The members play:
Wally de Backer: Drums, Vocals
Tim Heath: Guitar, Vocals
Kris Schroeder: Bass, Vocals
Dave Bramble (live shows): Keyboards, Vocals
The Basics, whose musical style could loosely be described as heavily referencing 60s pop and rock (such as The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Kinks etc) with elements of rock ‘n’ roll, reggae and rhythm and blues mixed in,were formed after Kris Schroeder and Wally de Backer met at a party in Melbourne. Initially they played around Melbourne as an acoustic guitar/drums combo, but when they later welcomed Michael Hubbard on electric guitar, Wally told Kris, “I caught you a delicious bass” and the power trio was born. Tim Heath joined the group in June 2004, after Michael decided to pursue his solo career. Dave Bramble joins the band on tour, playing keys, often while sporting a large moustache.
Their live performances are well known for their sense of humour and energy. Covers frequently make an appearance from various sources: to date, some of the bands covered have been Cream, The Kinks, The Police, New Kids on the Block and The Coasters (via The Beatles for their cover of Three Cool Cats).
The members play:
Wally de Backer: Drums, Vocals
Tim Heath: Guitar, Vocals
Kris Schroeder: Bass, Vocals
Dave Bramble (live shows): Keyboards, Vocals
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Call It Rhythm and Blues
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Get Back
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Lookin' Over My Shoulder Single
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Danske11 wrote:
AWESOME performance at the Opera House!! These guys rock!
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amandar3 wrote:
I love !
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Ghosthree wrote:
Really enjoyed the gig tonight at Transit bar :) hope you guys had fun :)
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luculus030 wrote:
Timbooo great the hear from u guys... come back 2 berlin, i miss u!!!
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KeepItEvil wrote:
fuckin' ace!
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happygeegee wrote:
:)
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PirateXxEsque wrote:
<3 you chaps!~~
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IdleThoughts wrote:
Awesome live act... highly recommended!
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lucylaaja wrote:
I'm seeing them again Friday. Oh how I've missed them!
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happydaysfelix wrote:
Heck yes! I celebrate!
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DWgroupie wrote:
YEAH top listener. DWgroupie+happydaysfelix=seeing the basics in 16 days WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH. ROCK. XD can't wait.
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DWgroupie wrote:
wooh! get to see them and gotye (and many others) in... 18 days! and half an hour. XD
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lucylaaja wrote:
See them live if you can, always a good night!
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sharnihearts wrote:
yessssssssssss
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khasnapped wrote:
<3
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News
Wally "Comes Out"
6 Oct 2007 | from blog.myspace.com/the3basics
By Walter de BackerLong periods of touring without the type of budget that can afford hotels or even separate beds means we often have to be understanding and accommodating of each other's... …
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