The Harpoons
8:00pm, Wed 12 November, 2014
Goodgod Small Club, NSW
"Perhaps the only band in the history of music who could be described as both RnB AND RnB. You know how someone says "RnB" about Beyonce or Aaliyah or whatever and someone else says"that's not RnB... RnB is Ray Charles"? Well The Harpoons somehow manage to be both." Aunty Meredith
Melbourne's much loved four-piece celebrate the launch of their debut album 'Falling For You at Goodgod on Wednesday 12 November. Theirs is a respectful approach that acknowledges a rich history of soul and RnB, but resides in the hybrid musical landscape of today. The genre-bending melodies and old-school soul vocals channel the best of RnB, Soul and Pop music and bring their own unforgettable charm.
Brothers Henry and Jack Madin write undeniable boppers and ballads that burst with harmony and a shared knowledge only siblings seem capable of. Torch singer Bec Rigby's arresting vocal variations harmonise seamlessly and melt hearts while Martin King (Oscar and Martin, Fitness by Martin King) ties everything together with his steezy beats and sultry vocals. It's the harmonies and undeniable melodies that envelop you when The Harpoons are on stage, one that house bespoken marimbas and pent atones, deftly handled guitars, and an analogue and digital drums like two hearts beating.