THE LATE SHOW (1AM SLOT): DZ

Like the band title, DZ consists of only two parts, that being Shane Parsons and Simon Ridley. For some people, it is hard to comprehend a mere two piece with the ability to create wall of sound, yet this is a feat which DZ have been able to conquer with results fashioned from a statically charged mix of Death From Above 1979, Daft Punk, No Age, The Bronx, Justice, MSTRKRFT, Sunn 0)) and Lightning Bolt. With this combination of influences as ammunition they create a blend of driving monster beats firing over an avalanche of guitar similar to a squadron of attacking Panzer tanks.

After 10 months of playing consistent energetic shows from trashed lounge rooms to warehouse parties, DZ found themselves playing sold out shows all around Australia after being personally selected for the entire national support slot by world renowned electro indie punk outfit, Crystal Castles. After just one year since they began writing, DZ have had the honour of being able to share the stage with many highly revered acts such as Tame Impala, British India, I Heart Hiroshima, Die!Die!Die! (NZ), Cut Off Your Hands (NZ), and The Temper Trap.

Originally a band designed for playing drunken house parties, DZ may be moving on to larger prospects, but their refreshingly palatable gritty-indie sound that they own still prevails. Armed with the additional blinding flashes of strobe lighting, the smell of sweat and alcohol and with the taste for mayhem and carnage, their live shows are a treat for all of the senses.

“Brisbane newcomers DZ whip up a storm of frenzied grooves powerful enough to rattle the teeth of the throng of punters already amassed front of the stage. Front man ‘Z’ wrenches a monstrous racket from his Fender Tele, backed by ‘D’ who absolutely pummels his kit as only an angsty skinny kid can.” Dan Simmons - Time Off Magazine

“Local boys DZ open proceedings tonight, their sharp, shouty rock tinged with psych elements unusual in a two-piece. There’s an intensity to them similar to Melbourne’s Eddy Current Suppression Ring minus the bucket loads of hype…” Topher Healy - Rave Magazine

“…they kept each song grounded and forever driving in rich and textured riffs, thunderous low tones and high impact percussion. All in all a confident ride into refreshing somewhat-new territory.” Jessica_Kill – Faster Louder

“… loved every minute of them. Very energetic performance, great stage presence, thundering drumming and howling guitar (though they could go a little easier on the strobe lighting). Definitely a band to look out for.” http://realtopekapeople.com.au/