Chicks Incorporated
| Company type | Music group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1977 |
| Headquarters | Brisbane , Australia |
| Products | Dance rock music |
Chicks Incorporated was a dance rock ensemble originating from Brisbane, Queensland, established in 1977. Their musical style fused elements of American soul, funk, pop, rock, and disco genres. The group initially featured predominantly female musicians, with guitarist Chris Mitchell as the sole male participant, and was fronted by drummer Miriam Curtis, who took on production responsibilities for their only album, Security, released in 1980. They attracted local recognition due to their daring image and dynamic stage presence.
Their first single, "Jive To Stay Alive," came out under RCA Records and was included on disco collections such as Dats Disco. The majority of their songs were penned by Brisbane-based writers Laurie Stone and Peter Moscos, alongside keyboardist David Bentley—formerly of Python Lee Jackson—who was known for the hit "In A Broken Dream" featuring Rod Stewart.
By 1979, the band abbreviated their name to "Chicks." Although signed with a major label, they faced challenges with frequent lineup changes. Their last recorded song, "Stormy Nights," was featured on the compilation That's Queensland released by radio station 4IP, highlighting a transition toward early 1980s electro-pop before the group dissolved.
Bass guitarist Sue Neilson continues to participate in Brisbane’s corporate rock circuit. Miriam Curtis died in 2012; her spouse Barry Petrel oversees the Baby Boomers Website and intends to create a tribute dedicated to her legacy. Saxophonist Pamela Withnell later became part of Sydney’s The Party Girls and currently performs jazz music.
Discography
Singles
- 1977 Jive To Stay Alive/Do It (RCA) 103040
- 1978 Inside Information/Let Me Take You There (RCA) 103262
- 1979 I'm On Fire/B Side The C Side (RCA) 103476
- 1980 Movie Star/Can't Take It With Me (RCA) 103685
Albums
- 1980 Security (RCA)