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Mister Unit - MNZ Interview: The AUX Return 008: Mister Unit

22 Jan 2024 // An interview by Nicholas Clark



The AUX Return sat down with vocalist Andrew and rhythm guitarist Simon of Mister Unit behind the infamous Valhalla to discuss their latest album, There’s Always Someone With A Bigger Schtick.

We chatted about the recent passing of their bassist Gareth Smith who features on the album, punk music traditions and the frustrations (and hilarity) of writing music in a group.

 

About Mister Unit

From the fiery depths of Sonic mayhem, the dirty old rock’n roll band Mister Unit present themselves for your entertainment with boundless energy and songs that drift across time, space and style. We are Andrew, Gaz, Mishy, Simon and Pete.




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Releases

Wake Me When We Get To Utopia
Year: 2022
Type: Album

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