here is the NFO file from Indietorrents
Original Release / Comfort 35
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01 Creggan Shops
02 Captain Hindsight
03 Tel Aviv
04 ~~~~~~
05 Algeria
06 The American Attitude to Law
07 Benedictine Man
08 Colour Me In
09 Stuck in the Middle
Downloaded flac from Bandcamp, normalized files, converted to mp3.
Friday Five: May 8rd 2015
Album info
One of my favorite releases so far this year. The original download from Bandcamp wasn’t normalized. I know the people who run the label and they’re admittedly lazy w/ their uploads. I downloaded the flac, normalized the files, and converted them to mp3. This upload is much louder than the 192 version that’s on what.cd, as well as the files sourced from Bandcamp. Aside from normalizing the audio, I did no other editing.
Interview below from VICE!!!!!!!!!, of which Rupert Murdoch owns somewhere between 5 and 75%. I forget the exact number:
You may not know of the Shifters yet. We emphasis yet because the five piece are making some refreshing sounds within a scene that at times can seem flooded, and because we booked them for NOISEY’s upcoming Melbourne party at the Grace Darling next Thursday February 26. It’s free entry but you need to RSVP here.
Of course those invested in Melbourne’s local garage scene will already be familar with the band as they’ve killed on stage with Twerps, Gold Class and Eastlink.
So in honour of the amount of shows the Shifters have played in such a short time, we quizzed them on everything about their live performance.
Noisey: How would you describe the Melbourne live scene for a band like the Shifters?
Miles Jansen: The Melbourne scene is thriving, within our sphere anyway. Not quite sure how strong the jazz or blues folk circles are going ;) But we feel that the Shifters have been rather fortunate to be mates with many great groups and play within a strong community where we can play with bands we like.
Is there a community of artists within Melbourne you’re close with?
Not one specifically. Between the five of us, because of our different ages, we are close with a few different musical communities – which is great.
Who are your favourite bands to play with?
So far Mad Nanna, Bent, Kitchens Floor, EXEK, Twerps, Eastlink, School Damage and look forward to playing with Constant Mongrel next month.
Have you found many differences between Melbourne and other cities you’ve played in?
The only other city we have played is Brisbane so far, and it’s rather similar really, just on a smaller scale. There are some great bands and some very supportive people, though, it’s sweaty on a whole different level.
What are the best venues you’ve played in?
Our favourite have been; the house shows, Grace Darling basement, Swampland basement on The Avenue in Coburg (more shows soon), Real Bad Music and the John Curtin.
What makes a venue great to play in?
A sound person that understands that we don’t want to sound like U2 or Rancid, and a rider consisting of more than two pots.
Is there an emphasis on live performances when you’re writing and recording?
When writing, no. We are just trying to make a cool/fun song to play. When recording, yes, because there is a strong element of improvisation in our songs and we record better live.
Is the live performance integral to a band’s progression?
It has been for us, we have been shaped by playing shows. Being put under a bit of pressure via faulty/non-existent gear, or too much drink or whatever is great and makes you more versatile. Playing loads is great for being more able at reading one another too.
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Sold out from the source: https://comfort35.bandcamp.com/album/the-shifters
Eternal Soundcheck is sold out of their initial stock, but I believe they have more coming soon: http://www.eternalsoundcheck.com/products/the-shifters-s-t-cs
Polyester Records has a batch coming as well: http://www.polyesterrecords.com
I have a feeling that a specific well-known US label is looking to reissue this on vinyl, but it’s only a hunch. I have no proof that they’ve worked something out. Considering the tape press was initially 35 copies, I’d imagine it’s going to get a reissue in some form eventually.
You can also download their 2014 demo for free on Bandcamp: https://breakermorant.bandcamp.com/