The phrase "the whole is greater than the sum of it's parts" is often used in relation to modern music. Crash-Test For Favourite Things are a living breathing embodiment of this concept. Their sound is multi layered and multi textured, yet it's the way that those very layers and textures interact that result in something so remarkably original.
The term "progressive" was almost derisive in times gone by, but it's one that is appropriate and complimentary in this case – and all the more so since the progressive approach is used with an enthusiasm and innocence rarely found in modern popular music.
Their sound is as atmospheric and ethereal as Pink Floyd at their psychedelic peak, yet there is a sub strata as uncompromising as Soundgarden or Tool. Lyrically there is a personal and political challenge as relevant today as in 1968 or 1998 – yet without the direct value judgements of the former. Crash Test in their live setting are a journey into many spaces. Take the trip.
Crash-Test for Favourite Things disbanded in 2011.
Band Members:
Mikey Brown (guitar, keyboards, synths, vocals)
Jonnie Barnard (guitar, samples)
David Salmon (drums, percussion, vocals)
Jude Collie (bass, keyboards, synths, vocals)
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Shade
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New Video for Crash Test... Posted: Fri Feb 25, 2011 2:22 pm http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xdvte7Ko2FA |
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Shade
muzic.net.nz Admin Joined: 17/07/02 Posts: 5069 Location: Manawatu View Profile |
Crash Test For Favourite Things Summer Itinerary Posted: Tue Dec 9, 2008 8:26 pm This from Crash Test For Favourite Things: Crash-Test For Favourite Things have a few different (and "favourite") things on the go this month and to keep it simple and easy I will lay out an easy-to-read, logical itinerary thus creating a favourable format which soothes and moisturises the eyes.......and hopefully persuades you to join in for something or everything! KIWI FM - This week! Thanks to all you long and short haired hoolagans who appropriated the Dogs Bollix last month for the Kiwi FM "Mash Up"! The contest for the $3000 Rock Shop gear is currently being held and we would be ever so grateful if everyone and anyone you have ever met could take 30 seconds to log onto www.kiwifm.co.nz, click on the Mash Up link and vote for Crash Test For Favourite Things Play It Strange Show Case, PARNELL Saturday 20th December from 11am In collaboration with Mike Chunn, CtfFts are performing at this fantastic event in support of young NZ musicians. They are hitting the stage at 12pm (thats the afternoon time)sharp so dont be late! "Parnell Mainstreet is teaming up with Parnell's own Play It Strange to add another exciting new event to the local calendar: Play it Strange in Parnell.On Saturday, December 20 - the weekend before Christmas - Parnell will be alive with great music performed by talented young Aucklander's. Over four hours from 11am, Play it Strange in Parnell will feature up to 20 groups performing at a number of locations in the heart of Parnell Road. This event has received funding from Creative Communities NZ to encourage the public, and young people in particular, to actively participate in this musical event" Kings Arms announce: CtFft Summer Christmas PARTY Saturday 27th December from 2pm A huge thank you to everyone who has supported the band this year, from the new ep to its release into stores (keep buying it!) and the various gigs and nights out we have had in 2008. Next year is already underway in the CrashTest camp with plans for an album and out of town gigs being a top priority! We have organised a mad afternoon tea party for all you stragglers still in Auckland on December 27. Come along from 2pm to sit in the sun and witness a mass explosion ring out in the form of our friend EKADEK, a variety of experimental goings on from Basin City and the charactaristic array of space treats notated by our boys Crash Test For Favourite Things, hey! we may even chuck in a wee bbq to help those sunshine beers and good times go down better! Stay safe and have a roaring good Christmas Amy........ |
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MikeyB
Joined: 30/06/05 Posts: 22 Location: Auckland View Profile |
HYSTERICAL WITH RUPTUS AND ASH Posted: Fri Nov 3, 2006 8:25 am Friday 17th November at Hysteria we are playing with ASH ROAD & RUPTUS JACK! Come along and enjoy the festivities and three sweet bands Hurry! This message was edited by MikeyB on Fri Nov 3, 2006 8:26 am. |
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Ashwee
Joined: 01/02/06 Posts: 5 Location: Outside NZ View Profile |
The 2006 Crash-Test EP Posted: Mon Sep 18, 2006 10:45 pm I just wanted to say to all of Crash-Test For Favourite Things - Congratulations on your new EP. I have had the priviledge to recieve my own copy over here in Englad and from what I have heard of the CD it is amazing. The sound is professional and original and the lyrics are thoughtful and provocative. I'm sorry I couldn't make your CD release party but from the people I know that went I can gather that your were nothing less than professional in both your sound and stage presence. Congrats again guys. Ashton |
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MikeyB
Joined: 30/06/05 Posts: 22 Location: Auckland View Profile |
CD RELEASE PARTY!!! Posted: Mon Jul 31, 2006 2:17 pm Thursaday Septhember 14th at The Kings Arms Tavern... bring a friend and recieve a free cd on the door! |
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MikeyB
Joined: 30/06/05 Posts: 22 Location: Auckland View Profile |
CRASHTESTFORFAVOURITETHINGS.COM Posted: Wed Jun 28, 2006 4:47 pm ...coming soon... |
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MikeyB
Joined: 30/06/05 Posts: 22 Location: Auckland View Profile |
WEDNESDAY 31st KINGS ARMS!!! Posted: Fri May 19, 2006 8:50 am Make sure not to miss our sly ease back into gigging with a casual gig at the Kings Arms with THE SWEET NOTHINGS and its thier last gig so come support us and them. Hey - its basically an excuse to get half cut on a wednesday night! so come along and enjoy Peace |
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MikeyB
Joined: 30/06/05 Posts: 22 Location: Auckland View Profile |
where are they??? Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2006 12:19 pm Crash Test For Favourite Things is currently working towards completion of thier new demo and also putting a few bits and pieces together for thier new website... we have all had a busy and stressful last month-ish due to mikey moving house, jono having huge ammonts of pressure on at work and tony...well... anyway, we are beginning strenuous rehearsals next week and will be taking a short break from gigging to finish recording and writing a few new songs that are in the pipeline. see you soon Racial. |
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MikeyB
Joined: 30/06/05 Posts: 22 Location: Auckland View Profile |
HYSTERIA FRIDAY 31st MARCH Posted: Wed Mar 22, 2006 4:09 pm Big Friday at Hysteria! Come along and have a great time at aucklands rockiest undergroundiest rock venue ever... its gonna be fun so bring a friend and dont be shy - get really drunk!!!!! |
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MikeyB
Joined: 30/06/05 Posts: 22 Location: Auckland View Profile |
SHADOWS Saturday 11th Posted: Mon Mar 6, 2006 9:32 am Hi, WE're playing at Shadows Auckland Uni Bar on this saturday with our Friends PROBE SKY and PRIYA. Should be a great night. |
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Ashwee
Joined: 01/02/06 Posts: 5 Location: Outside NZ View Profile |
Awesome Band Posted: Wed Feb 1, 2006 10:41 pm It's not often you find a local, underground band with this much talent. Not hearing bands like crash-test for favourite things on the radio is almost a waste of good music. Well worth following crash-test gigs as both the music and performance value is extremely high and very entertaining. Proud. |
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