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The band Spotify has dubbed “the wildest in America” will play at the Leigh Sawmill Café on Friday, February 21.
Promoter John Baker says the San Diego-based trio Schizophonics “blew minds everywhere” on their first visit to New Zealand in May.
Levitational frontman Pat Beers dazzled audiences with an array of acrobatic stunts including splits and spins that at times had the guitarist playing with his head on the ground and feet kicking in the air.
Pat is joined by wife Lety on drums and New Zealander Takumi McIntyre, formerly of The Cavemen, on bass. Mr Baker says the Schizophonics’ influences include James Brown, the Stooges and Jimi Hendrix and they have “sonic attack and attitude of MC5”.
“It’s a blend of rock and soul with the sweatiest showmanship you’re going to see in a long time,” he says.
The band formed in 2009 and, in 2013, was recruited as the opening band for El Vez, which helped it make a name for itself in Europe.
They have also played on the same bill as numerous other acts, including Rocket from the Crypt, Little Barrie, and The Woggles.
The band’s latest album People in the Sky was released last October.
Doors open at 7.30pm and The Schizophonics take to the stage at 9.45pm. Tickets: undertheradar.co.nz.
