Hulahoop - The Preytells

The Preytells

14 Jun 2008    The Preytells - Juicbox Birthday Celebrations @ The Bakery, Perth
19 Jul 2008    The Preytells w/Sister Jane+Astral Kaleidescope @ The Hopetoun Hotel, Sydney
20 Jul 2008    The Preytells w/The Laurels+Astral Kaleidescop @ The Excelsior Hotel, Sydney

The Preytells 'Shout/I'm So Sorry' - Single Out Now
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"The Preytells to become the next big thing" - Mike Wafer, X-Press Magazine

"With a classic 1960's pop sensibility, a dapper image, and the modern rock ability to see it through" - Julian Tompkin - The West Australian

Without trying to sound fatalistic The Preytells played the set everybody came to see them play. In short: they were brilliant. The aftermath of their Campus Bands win has clearly matured the talented group, who sounded as tight and professional as they have ever been. Wasting little time on between-song banter The Preytells aced radio favourites 'Don't Leave Me Alone' and 'Could I Change Your Mind' (the former featuring a deliriously manic guitar solo from Will Tell). They dabbled in less catchy, moodier numbers like 'Books' but their strength lies in hook-driven pop numbers like 'Nowhere to Run' - whose sweet boy/girl harmonies and lively rhythm made it the highlight of an exceptional set.

Jaclyn Pearson and Cameron Stewart were solid on drums and bass respectively; yet it is apparent that Will and Audrey Tell are the focal points of the band: from their matching outfits and harmonies to their shared nom de plume. Will fits easily into the role of the singer-songwriter: playing and singing with confidence; as much inside the music as outside it; and as much for himself as for the audience. It was also great to see The Preytells genuinely appreciative of the support from both the audience and the other bands on the bill.

Perhaps the greatest compliment you could pay The Preytells is to say that they were fun. Surely it is only a matter of time before they enter the national consciousness. Based on this performance, they are one of the brightest young prospects on the Perth music scene; and worth keeping an eye on.

“Every so often you hear a record you just know you are hearing the beginning of something really special, this is one of those records, its just the complete package…the whole thing sussed, without an ounce of pretension.” – “Could I Change Your Mind EP” review, courtesy of Drum Media Sydney

Will Tell - Vocals/Guitar

Audrey Tell - Harmonies/Guitar

Cam Stuart - Bass

Jaclyn Pearson - Drums