Artist description The Music is big on dynamics. There is lots of highs and lowswith sweeping vocals and harmonies. The guitar work is complimentedby a big drum sound and syncopated bass lines. The songs on Parker's debut ep "Laugh Like a Mourner" are 5 very different grooves.Each song reaches an emotional climax which is sure to draw the listenerin.

Music Style Pop Rock

Musical Influences Blues, Jazz and modern music

Similar Artists Parker the band

Artist History Parker's origins date back to February 1998 with the formation of JC Blues. Originally a six-piece ensemble of friends from around the traps,JC Blues was a refreshing new direction for it'smembers and audience a-like. After a few personnelchanges, the ban d solidified it's definitive lineup in June 1999.Spending the rest of 1999 road hardening their tunes they recorded in their own Pablo Studio. Thesesessions include "Red Socks" which was released inJuly 99 on the Big Backyard CD sampler (a compilationdist ributed globally promoting Australian artists).In December 1999 they launched their debut single"Cliche" at Bar Broadway, Sydney. By now the band had started to attract interest for their solid live performance reputation.The band kicked off the new mille nium supporting IOTAon his sold out tour in January. February saw themplaying their own headline shows to capacity crowds.At this time they began work on their latest recording"Laugh like a Mourner". This recording has been mixed by Mick Seage(INXS, You am I) at Q studios.With the completion of the new EP the band entereda new chapter. To celebrate the evolution of JC Bluesthe band decided that a name change was in orderto broaden their horizons. Enter Parker.Sea ˇ

Group Members JC - Lead Vocals Guitar, Curtis- Drums , Percussion, Jacques Ludwig- Basss

Instruments Guitar, bass, keys, drums, mandolin, violin and cello.

Albums Cliche and Laugh like a Mourner

Press Reviews Newtown RSL April 24, 2000 - Live review.There was something about Parker which made me like them more than any of the other bands theywere supporting, but I can't think what it was.The excellent vocals - Jeff Buckley style? Perhaps.The way they had a go at themselves? Maybe. Their ultimate rock drummer? Could be. Nice songs, tight playing. Tops.

Location Sydney, NSW - Australia

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