QUICKIE WITH REIKA

Photography supplied by REIKA Explain the recording process of your debut EP Party Time. What were some of the biggest challenges faced? How did you overcome them? Our mate had access to a studio and asked if we were keen to record a few songs for free. So we headed into SAE studios and smashed out three songs in one night, which was definitely a challenge. It would be fair to say the vocals we recorded in the wee hours had to be re-recorded. We were stoked because we could track all the instruments at once — something we love doing because then it gives the recording a live energetic vibe. After the late night session we spent a month or two touching up the songs till we were happy and then released the EP to a heaving crowd at Revolver . How do you prepare for a live show? Beers, blast some rad tunes to get pumped and press repeat. Maybe a cheeky band dinner from the venue if we’re feeling rich. You guys have been known to pack out quite a venue — what type of promotion and publicity do you engage in before a gig? Hammer Facey, … Continue reading QUICKIE WITH REIKA