22.1 C
Byron Shire
March 28, 2024

Interview with The Pete Allan Collective

Latest News

Man charged over domestic violence and pursuit offences – Tweed Heads

A man has been charged following a pursuit near Tweed Heads on Monday.

Other News

Carrying and passing the torch

If I say the words ‘US Forces give the nod’, I can pretty much guarantee that you will hear the unmistakable voice of Peter Garrett ringing in your ears. Your head may even start to bob up and down a bit. 

Byron Council staff baulk at councillors’ promise of free parking for locals

Will Byron Council deliver on its pledge to make parking permits free for locals across the Shire when paid parking comes into force in Brunswick Heads?

Could the future of the Richmond River be a clean and healthy one?

Imagine a drinkable, swimmable, fishable Richmond River? That is the aim of the Richmond Riverkeepers Association.

Save Wallum finalist in NSW 2024 environment awards

The Save Wallum campaign has been named as a finalist in the Nature Conservation Council of NSW Environment Awards 2024. The award ceremony will be held in Sydney tonight, and Save Wallum spokesperson and ecologist James Barrie will be attending with Tegan Kitt, another founding member of the group.

Records galore!

Byron Bay Easter Record Fair returns again to Ewingsdale Hall. Now in its 15th year, the Byron Bay Easter Record Fair is one of the biggest and best in this country. Matt the Vinyl Junkie has spent years on buying trips to the US and Japan scouring dusty warehouses, shops, flea markets and private collections. He can offer an astounding 30,000 records in one place covering most genres.

Roller derby rocks the Cavanbah Centre

The Red Kennedys have once again dominated the Northern Rivers Revolt Roller Derby Tournament held at the Cavanbah Centre over the weekend of March 16-17.

The Pete Allan Collective plays Thursday 17 January at the Rails

We’re all going on a Summer Holiday!

The Rails | Thursday 17 Jan | FREE

At its core, the Pete Allan Collective shares the same heart and soul as Pete’s trademark solo sound of coastal roots rock. But the addition of Daniel Seese (drums) and Josiah Chapman (keys) has allowed for new and exciting sonic elements that have taken the talented songwriter’s music to the next level. Moody and smooth, Summer Holiday is the first taste of the new band, and a perfect introduction – displaying all of the sophistication and nuance that can be produced by the Pete Allan Collective.

How does where you live influence the music you make? 

The Sunshine Coast is where I grew up so the feeling of connection to this place is so strong for me. The beaches, creeks, and mountains have always been important places for me to escape to and spend time on pause. I guess that slowing down the pace helps me dig deeper into my mind and the themes I write about at the time.

Is there something about living near the ocean, do you think, that creates a different type of vibe in your music – or in music made there in general? Why is that, do you think?

I think the ocean definitely influences my music and the music of so many local artists here. One of my favourite things about the ocean’s character is its own ever-changing rhythms. Influenced by external and internal forces like wind, storms, and tides it can’t help but adapt and reflect the way it’s been affected. It can’t pretend to be calm when it’s getting thrown around! I wish people weren’t able to pretend either; things would probably be more complicated but at least it would be pure and honest! The saying ‘go with the flow’ for me isn’t throwaway; it’s kind of how we live here too. The ocean reminds me to not be too serious because things will usually always calm down.

It’s a great summer song. Tell me how you recorded Summer Holiday.

We were booked in to do some recording with our producer Paulie B for two other tracks. A day or two before, I’d started writing this track while thinking about how great it is to just get away from the norms of life, and how no-one ever wants to go home after a great holiday. I recorded it on my iPhone then sent it to everyone. When we turned up in the studio we decided to give it a go and the magic just flowed from there. 

What’s your goal for the band for 2019?

Always to share our music with more people and create better community through live music. One definite goal is to be spending a lot more time in the studio this year as we’ve been touring a lot and not focusing too hard on the new music even though it’s there. 

What should people expect from your gig at the Rails? Is it your first one?

Not my first gig at The Rails; I’ve played it solo a few times. First band show though, and we can’t wait to share our musical message with all of the beautiful Byron Shire crew! Expect to immerse yourself into some original Sunny Coast music and a couple of reworked covers here and there.

The Pete Allan Collective plays Thursday 17 January at the Rails.

 


Support The Echo

Keeping the community together and the community voice loud and clear is what The Echo is about. More than ever we need your help to keep this voice alive and thriving in the community.

Like all businesses we are struggling to keep food on the table of all our local and hard working journalists, artists, sales, delivery and drudges who keep the news coming out to you both in the newspaper and online. If you can spare a few dollars a week – or maybe more – we would appreciate all the support you are able to give to keep the voice of independent, local journalism alive.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

Where should affordable housing go in Tweed Shire?

Should affordable and social housing in the Tweed Shire be tucked away in a few discreet corners? Perhaps it should be on the block next to where you live?

Making Lismore Showground accessible to everyone

The Lismore Showground isn’t just a critical local community asset that plays host to a number of major events each year, but has also been used as an evacuation centre during past natural disasters in the region. 

Iconic Lennox beach shed upgraded –  not demolished

Lennox Park and the shelter shed has now been upgraded and reopened.

Govt cost-shifting ‘erodes financially sustainable local government’

Byron Shire Council looks set to add its voice to the growing chorus calling on the state government to stop shifting responsibilities and costs onto local government.