The Thousands

The Zelda references have been flowing thick and fast since the genesis of young super-talented and ultra-motivated Perth young ones Wind Waker. Indeed, there’s still something to be said for this band’s dedication to their conceptual motifs. The cover of their album features an implement that controls the wind. Add the DIY aspect of the band’s continued presence in the lounge rooms and bowls clubs of our coastal sprawl, plus the computers of most bored suburban teenagers and you’re coming close to what this prog-y surf rock three-piece sounds like. 

Imagine front woman Clancey Williams’ immense voice as the household fan generating the gust on which the two brothers Hooper (Will and Louis)’s rhythmic sailboat glides. Where Williams’ vocal range no doubt reaches frequencies imperceptible to the human ear, repetitious guitar/ bass harmonies and a ‘to record only’ development of synthesised sound additions all make for one sweet audio game.