Tell us about your new single/ album/ tour?
[pullquote]What’s your favourite work at this point in time?
The new CD of course![/pullquote]The band plays our own songs,three guitars bass and drums, great harmonies and smooth production by Trevor Reading. I’m my humble opinion, it’s a triumph of substance over style!
Our new CD will be launched at The Norhcote Social Club on High Street Northcote, Melbourne on Sunday August 21st. at 2pm with special Guest Stephen Blackburn.
What’s your favourite work at this point in time?
The new CD of course!
Tell us a quick, on the road or studio, anecdote.
When I was 19 my manager found me in the crowd at a festival and told me the next band was delayed so I had to go on for 1/2 an hour. So there’s me, solo performer, 19 with just an acoustic guitar playing to a big crowd who were waiting to see Black Sabbath!
What, or who, inspires you?
Good people, about half of the music I hear, and the guys in my Band; David Hicks (drums;) Trevor Reading (guitar); Co Tipping (guitar) and Rob Hornbuckle (bass).
Which song do you wish you wrote?
Mull Of Kintrye or Bridge Over Troubled Water, for the Money. The Moon’s A Harsh Mistress for the art (look it up)
How would you describe your sound in food form and why?
Water. It’s 80% of my whole being.
What’s next for you?
I’ll let you know when I finish what I’m doing!
What’s your scene?
The one when the hero gets the girl, of course!
About Brent Parlane and his band
Brent Parlane is one of Australia’s most respected singer-songwriters. For over thirty years his soulfully crafted songs have wooed audiences nationwide. Lately he’s gone through a purple patch, having composed a swag of fresh songs, and with a new band is making an impressive impact on the Melbourne music scene. During his career Brent has toured and performed on the same bill as The New Seekers, Muddy Waters, Little Richard,Black Sabbath,Eric Clapton,The Eagles, BB King, Jesse Winchester, Guy Clark, Chris Hillman, Kasey and Bill Chambers and many more.
Since turning professional in 1977 David Hicks (Drums) has toured with many of Australia’s legends including Max Merritt, Doug Parkinson, Colleen Hewitt, Glenn Shorrock, Brian Cadd, Normie Rowe and Andy Cowan…and of course in 2014 The Seekers on their UK/Australasian tours.In Melbourne, David freelances in bands such as the Whirling Furphies, Daryl McKenzie Jazz Orchestra and Allan Zavod Trio, as well as corporate work backing David Campbell, Bob Valentine and Tom Burlinson. David has been playing in theatre pits since 1988, most recently in Wicked, Mary Poppins, The Producers and West Side Story.
Trevor Reading, (Guitar) has been playing for 45 years. His professional career began in 1978, with live gigs, studio production and engineering. He has worked with Richard Clapton, Joe Camilleri, Russell Morris, Ross Wilson and many others. In his spare time Trevor enjoys cars, Hi Fi and meeting girls. His favourite colour is blue.
Co Tipping (Guitar) has been a force de majeure in the Melbourne roots music scene for over 20 years. With exceptional guitar talent and larger than life stage presence Co makes an energetic imprint on the band’s personality. He has played with Russell Morris, Bob Valentine, Wendy Stapleton, Wilbur Wilde, Paul Norton, Brian Mannix, The Lowriders and Quadrajet.
Often described by Jim Keays as “the best bass player in the price range” Rob Hornbuckle’s (Bass) playing has laid the bedrock for some of the country’s finest performers, including Archie Roach, Chris Wilson, Geoff Achison, the Phantom Band, and the Masters Apprentices. His signature ‘in the groove’ playing style and stratospheric backing vocals are integral to the band’s flavor and appeal.
The Brent Parlane Band are launching their latest self titled album with a show at The Northcote Social Club on Sunday, 21st August. Parlane writes from the heart and his songs are informed from very personal life events, illness and recovery for himself and loved ones feature alongside more uplifting experiences.
“These songs have plenty of living, love, guilt and truth behind them,” says Parlane.
Sunday, 21 st August
Northcote Social Club
2pm – Matinee Show
Tix $12/ $20+bf
Bookings: The Northcote Social Club
Tel 03 9489 3917
www.northcotesocialclub.com