The Thousands

We’re all back in Sydney and thank God all that holiday crap is over with. You know how you can celebrate? Danimals!

One of the most exciting Aussie acts around, Danimals make music that twists, turns and sputters with life. They kinda sound like Flying Lotus making beats for Animal Collective (and their antecedent Beach Boys), with playful melodies, lo-fi, shambling production and a sunny disposition.**But while their sound echoes other maestros, and key members have had previous musical fame, Danimals are truly on their own trip. I’m obviously not the only one who likes what they do; they just returned from time spent in NYC working with Mark Ronson, Santigold and Sean Lennon.  

See Danimals live this Friday at Spectrum launching their new double-A side single, along with Fashion Launches Rocket Launches. And when you see your mates there, be grateful that you can officially stop saying "Happy New Year".