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Thomas Rawle - Vocals / Guitar / Keys. Tom Myers - Drums / Backing Vox. Gus Gardiner - Bass / Backing Vox. 

Papa vs Pretty was formed in the fifteen year-old mind of Thomas Rawle (vocals/guitars/synths) three years ago, recruiting Gus Gardiner (bass/keys) and Tom Myers (drums/percussion) in early 2008. With the release of their eponymous EP, Papa vs Pretty have established themselves as one of our most intriguing new propositions.

Papa vs Pretty is driven by Thomas, who writes and records all the music in his home studio when he’s not studying for his Year Twelve exams. As equally enamoured by Aphex Twin as Elliott Smith, At The Drive In as Prokofiev and Talking Heads as Prince, the band’s genre-hopping output is flavoured with elements of rock, electronica, jazz, funk and classical music, at times challenging traditional song structures but united by a distinct pop sensibility.

Papa vs Pretty’s magnetic live show has earned them gigs with The Temper Trap, Malcolm Middleton (Arab Strap), Dappled Cities, British India and Bridezilla, as well as festival slots on the Laneway and Parklife Festivals, and has caught the attention of tastemaking blogs and music press:

“While other kids in their school are watching Neighbours, smoking bongs behind the dunnies, studying, or all of the above, Papa Vs Pretty have been pretty busy rocking out Sydney for a little while now, and blowing the minds of audiences two and three times their age. Boasting an intimidatingly tight live show and the kind of skill that belies their age and experience, Papa Vs Pretty’s rollicking and accessible sound should be reaching way beyond the school yard as soon as they’ve passed the test”- Glen Goetze, Groupie Mag

‘‘Papa vs Pretty exert an extreme amount of talent and energy of their own, showcased through their live performances with such flair and exuberance; making an incredible impression of a definite band to watch.’ – Off The Record

‘The clashing styles that grind against each other only make [Arrestem] more interesting’ – Who The Hell.

‘Seriously smart music’ – One a Day blog


BOOKINGS

Brett Murrihy (The Harbour Agency)
Email - brettm@theharbouragency.com


GENERAL ENQUIRIES

Email - papavspretty@hotmail.com