Melbourne five-piece, Front Counter, announce the release of their new EP titled ‘A Toast To You and Me’ in stores August 9 featuring the new single ‘Whats Your Name’ which hits radio on Monday July 7 2008.
Front Counter’s goal has been simple since day one, to make catchy, energetic rock songs.
Inspired by the thriving 90’s pop-punk scene, the melodic sounds of 60’s pop and the punch of modern day rock, and such a diverse string of personal influences ranging from Greenday to Korn, Front Counter have moulded a sound that they are truly proud of.
Front Counter formed in the summer of 2004 with Adin Constan (Bass), Josh Sforzin (Drums), and Anton Hockey (Vocals), then in 2007 the band was completed with the addition of Rhys Thompson (Guitar/Vocals) and Josh Bagdadi (Guitars) in 2008.
In 2007, Front Counter – the name deriving from a fast food fix, set the wheels in motion stepping in to the studio to record the band’s debut EP release titled ‘A Toast To You and Me’, with accredited music producer Richard Stolz (Behind Crimson Eyes, Bodyjar, After The Fall) behind the helm.
“One day Josh, Anton and I where at a Hungry Jacks, and there was a sign that said 'Front Counter employee of the month,” bassist Adin Constan begun. “Josh piped up and said, how about the name ‘Front Counter’, and we where like, hell yeah, sounds different, so it stuck”.
The EP features punchy, uplifting and diverse tracks that make you want to “get up out of your seats” and also features the debut single ‘Whats Your Name’ – the song written about an experience everyone faces at one time or another – with the track carrying all the builds and peaks that you want from a top forty song in this genre.
“[The song] is about the whole first contact with a girl,” explains singer, Anton Hockey.
“It’s about the simple idea of seeing a girl at a bar or club, and building up the courage to go up to her and ask for her name,” adds Rhys. “I love how the song is about the simplicity of asking one question, but how intense that question is.”
‘What’s Your Name’ has already been added to instant rotation on Triple M and will see the band perform the track on an episode of Network Ten’s ‘Neighbours’ in July broadcast throughout Australia, UK and Europe.
Having worked the touring scene constantly over the past twelve months, Front Counter have supported many high profile artists including Behind Crimson Eyes (AUS), The Butterfly Effect (AUS), Dopamine (UK); a support slot on the coveted Taste Of Chaos tour playing alongside bands including The Used, Rise Against, Aiden and the Gallows; and more recently a spot supporting Bon Jovi at Melbourne's Sidney Meyer Music Bowl where the band performed in front of 15,000 people.
“We always have fun on stage and we love getting the crowd involved,” says Rhys of the band’s live shows.
EP ‘A Toast To You and Me’ is in stores August 9 2008 through MGM Distribution.
Single ‘Whats Your Name’ is at radio July 7 2008
Tour dates are:
Friday, August 1: Fist 2 Face, Melbourne, VIC (All Ages) – In Store Performance
With A Year To Remember & Mission In Motion
Free Acoustic Show
Thursday, August 7: Oxford Tavern, Wollongong, NSW (18+)
With Sierra Montana
Free Show
Friday, August 8: Chilli Lounge, Wyong, NSW (18+)
With Missing Deltora, North Of The Border & Vetna
Tickets $10 from the venue
Saturday, August 9: Sonar, Luna Park, Sydney, NSW (18+)
With Acid Eyeliner & Brittle
Tickets $12 from the venue
Sunday, August 10: Spectrum, Sydney, NSW (18+)
With Sierra Montana & The Take
Tickets $10 from the venue
Wednesday, August 13: Red Room, University of QLD, St Lucia (18+)
With Repeat Offender & Brittle
Tickets $10 from the venue
Friday, August 15: Hard Rock Café, Gold Coast, QLD (18+)
With The Sunpilots & Cardboard Castle
Tickets $10 from the venue
Saturday, August 16: “Thriller” Rosie’s, Brisbane, QLD (18+)
Tickets $10 from the venue
Sunday, August 17: Great Northern Hotel, Byron Bay, NSW (18+)
With Brittle
Free Show
Saturday, August 23: “Bang” Royal Melbourne Hotel, Melbourne, VIC (18+)
With The Black & White
Tickets $10 from the venue, cheaper if you mention Front Counter’s name on the door!
Friday, August 29: The Pub, Bendigo, VIC (18+)
With Jord & Brittle
Tickets $10 from the venue
Saturday, August 30: Bandroom, Bendigo, VIC (All Ages)
With Jord & Brittle
Tickets $10 from the venue
Friday, September 5: Barwon Club, Geelong, VIC (18+)
With Perfect Fit & Lost Boy Found
Tickets $10 from the venue
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