Nice House – New Release – Perfect Design
Nice House are your new-wave pop-rock neighbours in short shorts and sneakers, leaning over the scraggly fences of nipaluna/Hobart and asking the kind of questions that make you blush. A ten-legged dancing machine with undeniable vocal pizazz, the band leans heavily on synth—wobbling happily like a drunk, stilettoed aunty at a family barbecue.
If you’re craving a sonic journey that’s as colourful as it is dynamic, look no further than Nice House. This pop-rock ensemble effortlessly blends elements from across the genre spectrum to craft a sound that feels both familiar and unmistakably their own.
One of the most striking aspects of Nice House is their fearlessness when it comes to experimentation. Drawing inspiration from Talking Heads, David Bowie, and Roxy Music, the band folds nu-wave synth, psychedelia, and post-punk textures into a vibrant sonic tapestry. Their willingness to push boundaries keeps the music fresh and exciting, offering a constantly evolving experience with every track.
At the centre is singer, keyboardist, and primary songwriter Will Moon (Moonglue, Bianca Blackhall Band, Phil Smith), who takes aim at corporate and political egos polluting waterways and wrecking the housing market. His sharp-tongued commentary cuts through the groove with purpose and bite.
On guitars, Nick Milnes (Brenda, Bianca Blackhall, Phil Smith) and Tim ‘Bones’ Fogarty (Dead Wolves) deliver a harmonious dual attack, layering tasty dad-rock riffs over dance-floor-ready momentum. The engine room—Jess Fleming(bass flavour and backup-vox master) and Beau Leighton (tippy-tappy rhythm extraordinaire)—locks everything into a groove that’s impossible to ignore.
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