The WBC are a Ska-fusion band from Auckland, well known for their high energy music.
History
If you're looking to define The WBC, well, don't. Yup, their roots are in ska. But their influences also range from dub and reggae, through to rock, metal and drum and bass.
Now imagine those elements put together coherently by an eight-piece machine combining a stonking rhythm section and full horn line-up, and you're getting close to the picture.
In short, The WBC are unique. They don't want to be tied to a genre, and why should they - they're creating their own.
With an all-original repertoire and a reputation for infectious, energetic live shows, The WBC have featured at many of the country's top festivals, including every Rhythm and Vines (Festival), Queenstown Winter Fest (Festival) (2001 - 2003), Beach Day Out (2003, 2004) and the Grey Lynn Festival (2004). They have also performed alongside a range of high profile acts - think Bad Manners, Reel Big Fish and Coolie Ranx for starters.
The WBC have been in-demand in the studio too, most recently lending their talents to the latest Nesian Mystik and Chong Nee albums.
The WBC's second independent EP. Recorded @ York Street Studios by Tui Award winning engineer, Clint Murphy, the "Ease Ya Mind EP" contains 5 tracks which encompass the The WBC's diverse range of styles fusing ska, rock and reggae elements.
Now, after years of touring and building a loyal fan base, it is their own debut album which is the focus, The WBC released Hi Fidelity Offbeat on 1 June 2003.
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Trivia
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Members
Matiu Sadd
Andy Pearce
Ant Davies
Stu Preece
Rob Sharp
Olly Harris
Mike Clarkin
Oliver Emmitt
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Discography
Albums
EP's
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Jan 2001
