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PURPLE DISTURBANCE | INTERVIEW | TRACK REVIEW

PURPLE DISTURBANCE JUST RELEASED A NEW TRACK AND WE'RE PRETTY NOSEY OVER HERE AT WIZARD WATER, WE THOUGHT WE'D DIVE RIGHT IN.

SINGLE NAME IS - MILLIE AND GUS- LISTEN HERE


Purple Disturbance is a young, electrifying four-piece rock band hailing from the coastal town of Coffs Harbour. These high schoolers aren't here to play it safe – they're here to make noise, and they're not apologising for it. With a sound that's a wild blend of punk and alternative rock, Purple Disturbance is all about shaking things up and giving the finger to convention.


Born out of the boredom of small-town life, fuelled by the boundless energy of youth, and driven by a shared love of iconic acts like The Clash, Joy Division, and Talking Heads, Purple Disturbance is a force to be reckoned with. They're not afraid to push boundaries or defy genres – they're just here to do whatever the hell they want, and they do it with gusto.


Their debut single, "Kingfisher Daisy," dropped in late 2022, featuring two tracks that showcase the band's eclectic range of styles and tones. Recorded in an old man's garage for a mere hundred bucks (money well spent, they'll tell you), these songs are raw, unfiltered, and bursting with youthful energy.


And if you want a taste of their wild side, just check out the official music video for "When Whales Explode." Made spontaneously one day, it's a perfect encapsulation of Purple Disturbance's ethos – fun, irreverent, and utterly unforgettable.


Let's dive in!


TRACK REVIEW


"Millie and Gus" by Raintalker kicks off with an unmistakable vibe of old-school garage rock, infused with a generous dose of Black Sabbath-style attitude that permeates every aspect of the track. From the gritty guitar riffs to the raw vocals, there's a sense of rebellion and grit that instantly grabs hold of your senses.


But it's not just about the edge – there's an infectious, driving bassline that pulses through the song, anchoring the rhythm and adding a layer of groove that's impossible to resist. It's the kind of bassline that makes you want to move, to let loose and lose yourself in the music.


And speaking of rhythm, the drums are a standout feature in "Millie and Gus." They're not content to simply keep time – they're constantly evolving, changing up the feel of the song and keeping you on your toes. It's a dynamic element that adds an extra layer of excitement to an already thrilling track.


But perhaps the most memorable moment comes in the solo section, where the guitar takes center stage with a riff that's reminiscent of old surf rock, but with a gritty, ACDC-inspired twist. It's a brief moment of pure sonic bliss that leaves you craving more.


And then there's the ending line – "Milli was rich and I'm f*cking poor." It's a line that hits hard, encapsulating the raw emotion and honesty that runs throughout the song. It's a testament to the band's songwriting prowess and their ability to tackle complex themes with both wit and sincerity.


In conclusion, "Millie and Gus" is a tour de force of garage rock excellence. From its infectious groove to its gritty attitude and thought-provoking lyrics, it's a track that demands to be heard. So kudos to the team – you've created something truly special here. Keep the rock 'n' roll spirit alive!


PURPLE DISTURBANCE

Purple Disturbance new single, Millie and Gus dropped in December, can you give us some insight into the inspiration behind the song and its meaning?


The song is quite a simple story of childhood sweethearts, it’s also a layered character study of parental substance abuse and how that affects the mind of a child. We were stoked to have Ozzie Wright from the Goons of Doom and Volcom illustrate the video though.


Upcoming single, Juice Stick, sounds like it is going to be a wild ride, can you tell us more about the story or concept behind the song and what listeners can expect, aren’t the government banning vape sales on July 1?


A song about underage vaping, and the viral craving that our generation has gained, no matter how many times vapes are banned people will source their way into getting them. Expect a message of hopeless addiction and a song that’ll make you hate or celebrate this “Vape nation”.


With an upcoming tour shrouded in secrecy, can you give us any hints or teasers about what fans can look forward to?


No, we’ve been pretty busy recently with gigs around the coast, we’ve hit Melbourne, Sydney, Coffs and even Coolangatta just to name a few. What’s next? Time will tell


As a young, like 3 x 17 year old and a 19 year old, genre fluid band

from Coffs Harbour, how has your small town upbringing influenced your music and lyrical themes?


God only knows what possesses us to make the music we play, Coffs can be quite an angering place for our generation due to the housing crisis and violence coded into the brains of our youth. Do we channel that anger into our music? Mostly.


Your music video for When Whales Explode has a spontaneous

vibe, what was the creative process of making it and what message were you trying to convey?

We tried to make the most badass music video, the nighttime footage was shot in Sandy beach after a really rad gig at the Seaview tavern, it was entirely on the spot and we were heavily under the influence Incase you didn’t notice. The daytime footage was the next morning... We felt amazing.


Kingfisher Daisy marked your debut single release, How do the songs when whales explode and Fragile Freakoutrepresent the

diverse style and tones of that Purple Disturbance encompasses? Wow, this feels like a lifetime ago, I think they were the only two songs we had written at the time, we like all kinds of music, but at the moment we are trying to make a magical musical experience that’ll make you move and feel.


How does the DIY ethos of recording in an old mans garage for

$100 resonate with Purple Disturbance approach to making music?


It was all we could afford, we save our gig money and try to use that for merch and recording new songs, its hard for any band to do this at the moment, but we are managing, he was a nice old man though, played the banjo like a god.


Can you share any memorable experiences or challenges you have faced since the band's inception?


Not too many as our mums may be reading this, Jed licking the floor at the Cherry Bar in Melbourne, Tom wearing the Too Tough Terry suit when we played with the Dune Rats, Singing fingered with the Goons of Doom. It does get tiring when drunk people ask us our name at gigs, it takes about a dozen times of repeating till they get it.


Purple Disturbance have been described as a mixture of punk and alternative rock, How do you navigate blending these genres while maintaining your own sound?


Finding a common ground between our enjoyment for different genres can be tricky but we somehow make it come together in a tropical storm of sounds that create our unique sound. We mix genres, and we do that a lot. We can’t even really put a finger on our influence cause there can be many different musical outputs. Each song we write might be entirely different to the previous.


Looking ahead, what are your goals and aspirations for Purple

Disturbance in the near future?


We’re planning to write more songs to make you sway, dance and mosh. Doing gigs and having a ball in doing so. We’ve been more than grateful for the opportunities that we’ve been given and we can’t wait for me. We hope to make an impact on the Aussie rock scene and branch out to other communities in doing so.


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