The Necks are one of the world’s great cult bands. Chris Abrahams (piano), Tony Buck (drums/percussion), and Lloyd Swanton (bass) conjure a chemistry together that defies description in orthodox terms. Featuring lengthy pieces which slowly unravel in a mesmerising fashion, frequently underpinned by an insistent deep groove, The Necks are not entirely avant-garde, nor minimalist, nor ambient, nor jazz – their music is unique in the world today.
After one of their busiest years yet in 2017 – which featured the release of their acclaimed double LP Unfold, opening for Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds on their Australian tour, a successful tour of the US, three European tours, and a huge feature article in the The New York Times describing them as ‘the greatest trio on earth’ – The Necks, Australia’s legendary artists-in-resonance, return in February to perform a run of east coast dates and mix their new album which will be released later in the year.
From unlikely beginnings in Sydney in 1987 as a band experimenting privately with no intention of ever performing in public, The Necks have gone on to achieve worldwide acclaim for their unique way of making music. Masters of their own musical language of long-form improvisation, each night they step onto the stage not knowing what they will play – they and the audience will go on a sonic journey that is created in the moment and in that room. The almost telepathic rapport between Chris Abrahams, Lloyd Swanton and Tony Buck creates “…one of the greatest musical experiences currently available on the planet.” (The New York Times, 2017)
In contrast to the sustained improvisations that are their live performances, The Necks’ studio albums take shape by way of intricate crafting brought to bear throughout the entire recording and mixing process. The Necks are in Australia to complete work on their 16th studio album that will be released later this year – don’t miss the opportunity to experience one of their live shows while they are here.
THE NECKS – 2018 AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES
Feb 3, Saturday 7:30pm
Music By The Sea, Sandgate Town Hall, Sandgate BRISBANE QLD
Feb 4, Sunday 3pm
Parramatta Riverside Theatres, Parramatta SYDNEY NSW
Feb 9, Friday 7:30pm
Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank MELBOURNE VIC
Feb 23, Friday 7:30pm
The Music Lounge, Wollongong Town Hall, WOLLONGONG NSW
Feb 25, Sunday 8pm
Camelot Lounge, Marrickville SYDNEY NSW
March 1, Thursday 9pm
Lizotte’s Newcastle, NEWCASTLE NSW
March 2, Friday 8pm
Blue Mountains Theatre, SPRINGWOOD NSW
March 3, Saturday 8pm
Camelot Lounge, Marrickville SYDNEY NSW (SOLD OUT)