The Madison Press formed at the end of 2005 from the ashes of Augustino and singer, Jooles’ solo project, Diefenbacker. In the short time that they’ve been together they have created quite a stir in the New Zealand indie scene.
It’s easy to hear where The Madison Press take their inspiration, with influences ranging from 80s goth pop like The Cure and Depeche Mode through to Radiohead and Nine Inch Nails, but it’s hard to pinpoint exactly what they sound like.
The experience of Joel, Andrew and Jooles is strengthened by the energy of the young rhythm section provided by Benjamin and Jordan. This synergy, the strength of their sound and some powerful songs has already attracted
attention from major radio stations like The Rock and Kiwi FM, who have both put the first single 'I Know (What I’d Do)' on normal rotation and seen the band invited to play the Rocket Festival in Spain and a string of UK dates.
NZonAir have also recognised the band’s potential by awarding them a new recording grant for their second single, 'Don’t Say Anything' in March. The boys are currently recording the single and hope to release it in early May to coincide with the video release, as well as gearing up for
various NZ showcases and gigs.
Band Members:
Jordan (drums)
Jooles (vocals, guitars)
Andrew (guitars, keys)
Joel (guitars, backing vocals)
Benjamin (bass, synths)
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themadisonpress
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New vid Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 10:44 am Watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Rq2qlPQq3M Don't forget to come and see us tonight at the Classic. $10 on the door ($5 if you're a student). |
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themadisonpress
Joined: 21/12/05 Posts: 13 Location: Auckland View Profile |
:the madison press: - June shows Posted: Tue May 30, 2006 8:24 pm 21st June - supporting new wave British legends, The Psychedelic Furs - St James Theatre, Auckland. Tickets from www.ticketdirect.co.nz 30th June - w/The Midnight Youth - The Classic, 321 Queen St, Auckland. |
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themadisonpress
Joined: 21/12/05 Posts: 13 Location: Auckland View Profile |
NZ music month gigs Posted: Wed Apr 5, 2006 10:26 am We've got 3 shows in NZ music month... 5th May - Bodega, Wellington + guests 13th May - Brewers, Mt Maunganui + guests 26th May - Kings Arms, Auckland w/ Motocade, The Tutts and Autozamm Hope to see you at one of them... we will confirm the 'guests' as soon as possible. |
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themadisonpress
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Gigs 23rd and 31st of March Posted: Wed Mar 22, 2006 1:02 pm We're also doing a sneaky little set before Autozamm tomorrow night at Shadows bar, Auckland uni. This message was edited by themadisonpress on Wed Mar 22, 2006 1:23 pm. |
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themadisonpress
Joined: 21/12/05 Posts: 13 Location: Auckland View Profile |
NZonAir Posted: Wed Mar 8, 2006 12:56 am So we lucked in and were awarded a grant to record our second single, "Don't Say Anything"... we are understandably stoked! We've already tracked the drums at York Street and will be working with Andrew Buckton as producer at Studio 203. Come and hear us at our showcase on March 31st at the Classic on Queen St, AKL, with support from indie favourites, Voom |
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