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Simon
Simon has been at the reins of gravitate since its conception in early 2002. As the front man of the band, Simon has been responsible for lyrics and vocals, and the underlying guitar punch that drives the rock sounds of gravitate. Simon has come a long way since he first picked up and plugged in his first axe in 1996. With a large influence on the musical and lyrical direction of the band in the early days, this burden has now been lifted somewhat. With Jarrod co-axing by his side, and added song-writing input from Dan and Paul, expect to see Simon concentrating more on vocal melodies and lyric writing into 2006.  55 seconds with Simon Name: Simon McLennan Nickname: Six Date of Birth: 29/05/1980 Equipment: Vester and Ibanez guitars through a Marshall stack Favourite Venue Played: Revolver Favourite Food: BBQ Meatlovers/Aussie Pizza; dirty Kebab after a big night Favourite Drink: Alcoholic - VB. Non-alcoholic - Lime spiders Favourite TV Show: Seinfeld, South Park, Men Behaving Badly etc… Favourite Movie: Old School and A night at the Roxbury Ideal Job: Secret agent or international man of mystery Most embarrassing CD: Boys II Men w/Mariah Carey - One Sweet day (Don't ask!) CD you're listening to at the moment: Velvet Revolver - Contraband Bad Habits: I don't have any bad habits. I am practically perfect in everyway! What you would take on a deserted island: A packet of Tim Tams that never runs out, closely followed by a slab of VB with the same attributes Biggest Night/Best Pub: The Victory in Brisbane (2 for 1 Thursdays). Still managed to crack $125 and sing some karaoke Final Word of Wisdom: Poker nights are a real good way to get broke… and drunk! Jarrod Upon his late inclusion in gravitate in 2004, Jarrod has added a new dimension and dynamic to the band, delivering his own distinctive style. From surging explosive rock riffs, to the echoes of a single sustained note, Jarrod’s melodic lead guitar adds the final touch that weaves its way through the solid beats, rhythmic melodies and visual energy of the band. With Jarrod also sharing in the song development process, expect to see gravitate propel and excel in 2006.  55 seconds with Jarrod Name: Jarrod Le Brocq Nickname: Jaz Date of Birth: 24/12/1979 Equipment: Gibson SG guitar through Boss effects, Peavey amp and a Marshall cabinet. Favourite Venue Played: The Espy Favourite Food: Pizza, Thai, Chicken Parmigiana Favourite Drink: Alcoholic - Bourbon & Coke. Non-alcoholic - Strawberry Big M Favourite TV Show: MythBusters, Seinfeld, Simpsons Ideal Job: Treasure Hunter Most embarrassing CD: Dances with Wolves soundtrack CD you're listening to at the moment: Cog – The New Normal Bad Habits: Getting sidetracked... What you would take on a deserted island: My own 7 Eleven. Final Word of Wisdom: "Ah, beer, my one weakness. My Achilles’ heel, if you will”. H. Simpson Dan Dan is best described as the rhythm keeper of gravitate, with a solid bass line punching through each tune, stemming from his fingertips. With a thumping bass rig, and a new effects set-up, Dan is able to provide a suitable bass line in whatever style the band expects of him. Dan will also occasionally throw in a backing vocal to strengthen the vocal melody along with Simon. Despite various setbacks throughout 2005, Dan has pulled through and regained his desire to rock venues as a key member of the band going into 2006.  55 seconds with Dan Name: Daniel Stone Nickname: Dan, Stoney Date of Birth: 20/08/79 Equipment: Fender basses through Eden bass amp and Labsystems speakers Favourite Venue Played: The Tote Favourite Food: Fettuccine Carbonara Favourite Drink: Alcoholic - Jamieson and coke. Non-alcoholic - Coke Favourite TV Show: Family Guy Ideal Job: Fighter Pilot Most embarrassing CD: East 17-Everything's Alright CD you're listening to at the moment: Brides of Destruction-Here Come the Brides Bad Habits: Swearing, trying to sing What you would take on a deserted island: MP3 player and a big supply of batteries. Ooh! And a couple of book to read Final Word of Wisdom: My mum says I'm cool!! Paul Paul is the beat master extraordinaire behind gravitate. Despite being at the back of the stage, there is no denying that Paul’s influence, whether it is his hard-edged drumming or song writing insight, is hard to go unnoticed. A style originating from gravitate's earlier songs, Paul is not afraid to mix things up, and totally change the feel of a track. This is quite apparent by the tribal beats embedded throughout 'Stained' opposed to the hypnotic beats in the much quieter '40 and I'. With an added input into song-writing, expect Paul’s rocking drum beats to be a key factor of the gravitate sound looking into the future.  55 seconds with Paul Name: Paul Farmer (pronounce fah-mi-eh) Nickname: Farmer Date of Birth: 18/10/1979 Equipment: Pearl Export drum kit which is decked out with Sabian cymbals Favourite Venue Played: The Armadale Favourite Food: Honey Chicken Favourite Drink: Alcoholic - Toblerone. Non-alcoholic - Ice Coffee Favourite TV Show: Angel…mmm, Cordy Ideal Job: Since dole bludging is more of a way of life, I will go… technical support officer at Vero Insurance Most embarrassing CD: Spice Girls - Spice CD you're listening to at the moment: POD - Satellite Bad Habits: Where do I start? Drinking, procrastinating… whatever, I'll get back to ya What you would take on a deserted island: Speedo's and an "idiots guide to Swimming". Final Word of Wisdom: A bit of pain never hurt anyone. |
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