Arrows (Australian band)
| Company type | Musical group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1 August 2006 |
| Headquarters | Brisbane , Australia |
| Products | Music albums, EPs, singles |
Arrows was a musical group originating from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, established in August 2006. Their discography includes two full-length albums, an extended play, and a pair of split releases. The band’s members were Anthony Morgan (guitar, keyboard, vocals), Carl Burnett (bass), Anders Cairns (drums), and Scott Merillo (guitar).
They were affiliated with Hobbledehoy Record Co, an independent Australian record label that also represents artists such as Owen, Blueline Medic, This Will Destroy You, Eleventh He Reaches London, and Caspian.
Don't Write Poetry
During the spring of 2006, Arrows independently produced their first EP titled Don't Write Poetry, which was released in limited quantities through Burnett’s own label, Indoor Children. The EP’s title draws inspiration from selected passages by Charles Bukowski.
Track listing
1. Untitled
2. Don't Bullshit a Bullshitter
3. The Next Sound You Hear
4. Sleep? I Do Not, Miss
5. My Verses Versus Your Lyrics
6. 10 August 2006
7. Clever
Split 12" – These Hands Could Separate the Sky
After touring alongside These Hands Could Separate the Sky, the two bands collaborated on a split 12" record released in October 2007 through Indoor Children. This release was subsequently reissued on CD and digital formats by Hobbledehoy Record Co.
Track listing
Arrows
1. Let the Marketing Onslaught Begin
2. You Can Take the Neighbourhood Out of the Boy (But You Can't Take the Boy Out of the Neighbourhood)
3. Don't Interrupt me While I'm Working
These Hands Could Separate the Sky
4. Sedna
5. Sirens (Good Morning Captain)
Modern Art & Politics
November 2008 saw the release of Arrows’ first full album, Modern Art & Politics, through Hobbledehoy Record Co. The recording sessions took place at Via Studios as well as various apartments around Brisbane. Mixing was handled by Samuel Johnson, with mastering completed by Doug van Sloun, noted for his work with Bright Eyes and Cursive. The album was met with extensive critical praise and secured spots on numerous year-end "Best of 2008" compilations.
In July 2012, their song Whores Will Have Their Trinkets was featured on the Parkway Drive DVD Home is for the Heartless, which debuted at number one on the ARIA Music DVD charts, achieving Gold certification within its first week and ultimately reaching Platinum status.
Track listing
1. We Only Speak on Weekends
2. Whores Will Have Their Trinkets
3. Someone You Knew But You've Hardly Met
4. Clean Sheets Aren't Just For Keepers
5. Surely Not? Afraid So
6. I Can Hear Your Lungs Rattling
7. She Wore a Cabernet Smile
8. Some Novel I'm Writing
9. May Your Beer and Chin Always Be Held High
10. Pour Me into a Taxi
Try & Stay Upright
In winter 2010, Arrows entered the studio to record Try & Stay Upright, collaborating with David Williams, Samuel Johnson, and Doug van Sloun for recording, mixing, and mastering duties respectively. The album was released on 20 September 2010 via Hobbledehoy Record Co across several formats.
This release garnered favorable critiques both domestically and internationally, further solidifying Arrows’ standing within the indie music scene.
Track listing
1. What Happens at a Gifthorse Show 2. Calling Your Sponsor 3. Try and Stay Upright 4. Always With the Leaving 5. Of Bordeaux and Burgundy 6. No Prizes for Pioneering
Split 7" – Empire! Empire!
On September 4, 2012, Arrows partnered with the North American outfit Empire! Empire! (I Was a Lonely Estate) to release a Split 7" through their established labels Hobbledehoy Record Co and Count Your Lucky Stars Records. This collaboration, representing Arrows' fifth official release, was the result of a longstanding relationship between the two groups.
The artwork on the cover showcases Bodhi Thomas, an animal closely associated with the band's inner circle.
Track listing
Arrows 1. All Passwords Are Brisbane
Empire! Empire! (I Was a Lonely Estate) 4. Turbo Stasis 5. We Did Not Need to Open It to Know It Was There
Disbandment
After an initial announcement of their split, Arrows came back together to join emo pioneers Mineral on their nationwide Australian tour. This series of shows ultimately became the band's concluding set of performances.