The Fauves Share New Single ‘un-Australians’

The Aussie rockers are readying the release of their 13th album, Tropical Strength.

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Ahead of the release of their upcoming 13th album Tropical Strength, The Fauves have dropped the record’s first single, ‘un-Australians’.

A social commentary on what it means to be Australian, ‘un-Australians’ is a great teaser of what to expect from The Fauves’ new album, which arrives November 1 on Valve via MGM (pre-order here).

The song is accompanied by a music video made up of footage the band shot on tour during the 90s. The Fauves had this to say about the clip: “We have made a videotape recording for our new song, ‘un-Australians’. Don’t worry too much about the technology – it’s too complicated to explain here. There are magnets and tape and electricity, and people who say, ‘Let’s take 5,’ although the mandated 5-minute rest period is rarely adhered to and can often extend out as far as half an hour.

“This video was filmed in 1997 when we toured the Northern Territory by light plane. We played shows at places like Nhulunbuy and Katherine, often* to small crowds and very poor receptions. We videoed the tour on handycam, put it on VCR and let it sit in a cupboard for 27 years. That’s why the resolution is so good. Contrary to popular opinion, VCR tapes age like fine wine and generally take at least 20 years of cellaring to look their best.”

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Along with dropping a new album, The Fauves are heading out on the road with Custard and The Streets of Leisure throughout November and December.

The tour takes in 12 dates across the country and includes stops in capital cities like Sydney, Hobart and Melbourne and regional centres such as Gippsland, Ulladulla and Townsville. The good news for Adelaide fans is The Fauves are performing at The Gov in November, with tickets for all shows on sale now via The Fauves’ website.

Catch The Fauves at The Gove on Saturday, November 16. Tickets on sale now via Oztix. Tropical Strength is out November 1 on Valve via MGM (pre-order here).

The Favues Australian Tour Dates

Saturday, November 9 – Crowbar, Sydney

Friday, November 15 – Republic Café, Hobart

Saturday, November 16 – The Gov, Adelaide

Friday, November 22 – The Prince, Melbourne

Saturday, November 23 – Live At The Bundy, Gippsland

Sunday, November 24 – Theatre Royal, Castlemaine

Friday, November 29 – The Baso, Canberra

Saturday, November 30 – The Marlin, Ulladulla

Friday, December 6 – Milk Bar, Perth

Saturday, November 7 – Mojos, Fremantle

Friday, December 20 – Miami Marketta, Gold Coast

Saturday, December 21 – The Princess, Brisbane

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