Hoodoo Gurus (sometimes just shortened to 'Gurus') are an Australian
alternative rock band combining elements of seventies
power pop,
bubblegum pop, Beatle-esque harmonies,
psychedelia and grungy
garage rock. Guitarists Dave Faulkner, Rod Radalj, and Kimble Rendall were joined by drummer James Baker when the band formed in Sydney in 1981. Baker and Radalj had been members of Perth band
The Scientists in 1977-79, while Baker had drummed with Faulkner and in another Perth band,
The Victims, in 1978-79. The original lineup was notable for having three guitars and no bass play…
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