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Glitoris
Glitoris 2019. Photograph by Damien Peck
Glitoris 2019. Photograph by Damien Peck
Background information
OriginCanberra, Australia
GenresPunk rock
Years active2014 (2014)–present (present)
LabelsButtercup Records
MembersKeven 007 - Vocals and guitar
Andrew - Lead guitar
Malcolm - Bass
Scott - Drums
Past membersBec Taylor (Tony)
Sophie Chapman

Glitoris are a four-piece punk rock band from Canberra ACT, Australia. The band is composed of Keven 007 (vocals and guitar), Malcolm (bass), Scott (drums) and Andrew (lead guitar).

Glitoris are known for their use of punk rock sounds and utilisation of humorous and political subject matter in their lyrics. The group occasionally incorporates multi-layered vocal harmonies into their sound and usually perform in vivid costumes and make up. Glitoris’ fans are known as the Gliterati.[1] The band are popular amongst the LGBTQI+ community and often speak out on matters of gender and sexual equality.

History

2014-2016: Formation and first EP

The band, initially comprising Tony (Drums), Sophie Chapman (Bass) and Keven 007 (vocals and guitar) began as a one-off protest band/gig in 2014 where they played in the local festival ‘You Are Here’ fully naked and covered in glitter.’[2] The show sold out and they decided to continue. In late 2014, they recruited Andrew on lead guitar.

In 2015, Glitoris recorded their 4-track debut ‘The Disgrace at Infidel Studios, Queanbeyan.[3] Sophie left Glitoris in 2015 and the band recruited Malcolm on bass.[citation needed]

In September 2016, the band signed to Buttercup Records and released The Disgrace.[4][5][6]

Later in 2016, the band headlined Art Not Apart's Sound and Fury show, were special guests on Regurgitator's Human Distribution tour[7] and in December 2016, they won Best Live Act (ACT) at the National Live Music Awards of 2016.[8]

2017-2019: "Trump Card" and The Policy

On 20 January 2017, Glitoris released a single "Trump Card" in protest at the inauguration of President Donald Trump.[9][10] The track featured Trump quotes from his campaign trail and was accompanied by a video depicting Glitoris performing the song in the studio. At the end of the video, the group sing in four-part harmony and are seen urinating on a picture of the president.[11]

In 2017, Glitoris performed at Thrashville festival,[12] shared bills with Frenzal Rhomb and Shonen Knife, as well as performing with Amanda Palmer at the National Carillon.[13]

At the National Live Music Awards of 2017: Best Live Act (ACT), Best Live Voice (ACT) and Best Hard Rock Act (National).[14][15]

In 2017, Andrew was endorsed by Vance Custom Guitars and Bareknuckle Pickups.[16][17] A custom guitar designed for female players, The Glitterbomb SB, was released by the company following a six-month collaboration.[18][19]

In January–March 2018, Glitoris recorded their debut album The Policy at The Pet Food Factory, Sydney, with Jason Whalley of punk band Frenzal Rhomb.[20] The band headlined Psych Fest, following up with an 8-night residency at the New Zealand Fringe Festival in Wellington.[21]

Glitoris performing live in Melbourne, Australia as part of Regurgitator's Life Support Tour (August 10, 2018)

In July 2018, Glitoris released the single "Spit Hood", a critique of failures in the youth criminal justice system and the over-representation of Aboriginal youth in detention.[22] The track was based on footage shown in the ABC Four Corners documentary Australia's Shame.[citation needed]

In October 2018 the band released the title track from their debut album The Policy and announced an Australian tour.[23] The Policy was released on 2 November 2018.[24][25][26]

In December 2018, Tony announced her departure from the band and Glitoris recruited Scott "ScoMo" on drums.[27][28]

The band returned in April 2019 to play a rousing set at Groovin' the Moo.[29]

After a year of successful shows, at the National Live Music Awards of 2019, Glitoris won Hard Rock Live Act of the Year.[30]

2020: "Slut Power"

In February 2020, Glitoris released "Slut Power"[31]- the fourth and final single from their debut album The Policy and announced a 17-date national tour. They performed 2 shows in the Northern Territory - one in Alice Springs and a sold out IWD show at the Railway Club in Darwin - before the rest of the tour was postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Discography

Albums

Title Details
The Policy
  • Released: 2 November 2018
  • Label: Buttercup Records
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming, vinyl

Extended Plays

Title Details
The Disgrace
  • Released: 28 October 2016[4]
  • Label: Buttercup Records (Butt 032)
  • Formats: CD, 12" LP, Digital download, streaming

Singles

Title Year Album
"Trump Card"[32] 2017 non album single
"Spit Hood"[33] 2018 The Policy
"The Policy"[34]
"Licks and Politics"[35] 2019
"Slut Power"[36] 2020

Awards and nominations

National Live Music Awards

The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse live industry, celebrating the success of the Australian live scene. The awards commenced in 2016.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
National Live Music Awards of 2016[37] themselves ACT Live Act of the Year Won
National Live Music Awards of 2017[38][39] themselves Live Hard Rock Act of the Year Nominated
National Live Music Awards of 2019[40][41] themselves Live Hard Rock Act of the Year Won

References

  1. ^ ""Music and politics are inextricable": Glitoris chat their debut album The Policy". Happy Mag. 29 October 2018. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  2. ^ "You Are Here Festival 2014". Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  3. ^ "Infidel Studios".
  4. ^ a b "Discography". BUTTERCUP RECORDS. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  5. ^ "The Disgrace EP, by Glitoris". Glitoris. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  6. ^ admin. "GLITORIS! The Disgrace EP At Radio Now (Buttercup Records)". RiSH Publicity | Recording Industry Servicing Hub. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  7. ^ "REGURGITATOR – human distribution tour 2016!". Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  8. ^ "2016 NOMINEES & WINNERS!". Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  9. ^ Bryant, Gareth. "All-Girl Punk Band Glitoris Release Donald Trump Protest Song". scenestr - Pop Culture & Entertainment. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  10. ^ "Triple J unearthed : Glitoris". Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  11. ^ "Trump Card".
  12. ^ "A Brand New Rock Festival, Thrashville, Is Coming In 2017". Brag Magazine. 19 October 2016. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  13. ^ "Glitoris - Trump Card (Live at The National Carillon with Amanda Palmer)". Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  14. ^ "Nominees – National Live Music Awards". Retrieved 24 January 2019.
  15. ^ Tencic, Nat (9 October 2017). "Female acts lead National Live Music Award nominations". triple j. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  16. ^ "Glitterbomb". Vance Custom Guitars. Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  17. ^ "These are the artists that use our Bare Knuckle products in order of music genre". Bare Knuckle. Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  18. ^ http://vancecustomguitars.com/product/glitterbomb/
  19. ^ "Heavy Glitter". Australian Guitar Magazine. Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  20. ^ "The Pet Food Factory". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  21. ^ "Glitoris share blistering new single and video 'Spit Hood' ahead of Regurgitator tour". The Rockpit. Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  22. ^ "Glitoris - Spit Hood".
  23. ^ "Glitoris - The Policy (Part II)". Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  24. ^ paulmaps (22 January 2019). "Track by Track: Glitoris on their debut Album The Policy". Joyzine. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  25. ^ "Merch from Glitoris". Glitoris. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  26. ^ "Interview: Glitoris (Canberra) talk The Policy debut album and the raw energy of their live shows". The AU Review.
  27. ^ "Glitoris on Instagram: "Hey guys, Tony here. This Friday is our final show of The Policy Album Tour, and it will be my last show with Glitoris. It has been a…"". Instagram. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  28. ^ "Glitoris on Instagram: "\*/ ATTENTION GLITERATI: PLEASE WELCOME SCOTT GLITORIS!!! A Ballarat gal and drummer extraordinaire, ScoMo has made all our Christmas…"". Instagram. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  29. ^ "/". The Music. Retrieved 28 May 2020.
  30. ^ "And the winners of the 2019 National Live Music Awards are..." National Live Music Awards. 4 December 2019. Retrieved 28 May 2020.
  31. ^ Glitoris - Slut Power, retrieved 28 May 2020
  32. ^ "Trump Card (Single)". Apple Music. January 2017. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  33. ^ "Spit Hood (Single)". Apple Music. 27 July 2018. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  34. ^ "The Policy (Single)". Apple Music. 5 October 2018. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  35. ^ "Licks and Politics (Single)". Apple Music. 12 April 2019. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  36. ^ "Slut Power(Single)". Apple Music. 14 February 2020. Retrieved 6 September 2020.
  37. ^ "Nominees 2016". NLMA. 2016. Retrieved 5 September 2020.
  38. ^ "NLMA reveal 2017 Nominees". NLMA. 9 October 2017. Retrieved 5 September 2020.
  39. ^ "Winners 2017". NLMA. December 2016. Retrieved 5 September 2020.
  40. ^ "HERE ARE YOUR 2019 NATIONAL LIVE MUSIC AWARDS NOMINEES!". NLMA. 22 October 2020. Retrieved 5 September 2020.
  41. ^ "AND THE WINNERS OF THE 2019 NATIONAL LIVE MUSIC AWARDS ARE…". NLMA. 5 December 2020. Retrieved 5 September 2020.
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