Monday Magazine, Dec.3 2003, by Greg Pratt

Describe your band’s sound in just five words: “Indie pop, occasional violent outbursts,” calculates guitarist Brooke Gallupe.

Been together since?

“October 2002,” says Gallupe (the band also consists of keyboardist Kathryn Calder and drummer Luke Kozlowski—all three share vocal duties). “We’ve known each other forever though; we played in other bands together (and separately) for a long time.”

Latest release?

“The View EP. Six songs, a little roller coaster of love and political dissent.”

Guilty musical pleasures?

“We like tons of bad music, but we don’t feel guilty about it. We listen to almost anything, really.”

What’s your live show usually like?

“We usually start to sweat by song number two, and continue throughout the show,” says Gallupe. “Which isn’t to say there aren’t dynamic lows. In fact, I think we shift tempo too much for most people to dance; audiences just stare at us and tap their feet or scratch their heads in time while I wave my arms around and Luke crashes around on his drums. Kathryn’s always busy doing millions of things, but her legs end up wiggling in spite of her.”

Most memorable moment as a band?

“Laughing so hard it hurt and not really knowing what about (on numerous occasions).”

Who’s on your dream tour?

“Serge Gainsbourg, Blonde Redhead, Talking Heads, Velvet Underground.”

Member of your band who most needs a hug?

“Depends . . . who’s offering?”

Upcoming shows?

“December 5th at Logan’s, with Chet.”

Future plans?

“Record and release a full-length album, buy a van, tour Canada again.”

—Greg Pratt

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