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Curlys Jewels - MNZ Interview: The AUX Return 007: Curlys Jewels

22 Nov 2023 // An interview by Nicholas Clark



At their usual haunt, the much loved and infamous Lovelands venue, Curlys Jewels sat down with The AUX Return to chat about their new self titled album.

They discussed how they had grown up from a baby band, working with producer Greg Haver, their stripped down sound, who would replace them if they had access to any musician living or dead, and when they would time-travel to in New Zealand's rich history of rock music.

But are they just rock though? Or if there something more burbling beneath the surface? Check out this interview which begins with the bizarre news that Corey broke his week-old wedding ring at soundcheck the day beforehand...

 

About Curlys Jewels

Curlys Jewels are a rock band from Wellington NZ. Their sound has been described as grungy yet powerfully emotive, pinned together with soaring vocals, dark guitar undertones and a punching rhythm section. The charismatic, colourful and instantly likeable front person, Jel Pollock, draws listeners in with her delightfully unique stage presence and sensational vocal range. Aaron Ludlow (guitar), Andy van der Heyden (bass) and Corey Bell (drums), provide the energetic foundations complimenting Jel, with all members lighting up the stage.

The band has released a number or records over the years enjoying success on the Official NZ Top 40 Charts. The past 3 Curlys Jewels singles were recorded at Roundhead Studios with the legendary producer Greg Haver (Manic Street Preachers) and mixed by Clint Murphy (Devilskin).

Curlys Jewels have supported several heavy weight New Zealand bands such as Head Like a Hole, Devilskin, and toured with The Feelers. They also supported international rock stars Living Colour at their Wellington concert.

Visit the muzic.net.nz Profile for Curlys Jewels

Releases

Curlys Jewels
Year: 2023
Type: Album
Absentee
Year: 2019
Type: EP
The Skin We Shed
Year: 2017
Type: EP
No Apostrophe
Year: 2014
Type: Album

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