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Since the release of their debut self-titled EP back in 1999, Adelaide based quartet Tidal have experienced a few line-up changes and sound alterations, on the pathway to becoming the exceptional musicians they are known as today. Lead guitarist/vocalist Joe Binetti, explained what listeners should be expecting to hear from their latest EP release; ‘ultraviolet’. “Our first release was very, very different to the sound which we have now. It was very commercial, similar to Tool for instance, very power-pop is how we would describe it. ‘Ultraviolet’ is nothing like this in comparison, as our musical tastes within the group has helped shaped our sound into something completely different. Paul comes from the death/hardcore metal scene, my brother (Adam) is into hip-hop, Rory follows the more commercial music, whereas I like the more ‘eighties metal, with the combination of all four of us giving us that unique Tidal sound. Despite the fact the EP has only been out there for two weeks at the moment, the feedback via the internet has been already been unreal.” The ‘Ultraviolet’ EP was recorded at Back Beach Studios in Victoria by Superheist’s D.W.Norton. Arguably this marks a pivotal point in Tidal’s career, as Norton is predominantly recognised for the high quality artists and recordings with which he works. Binetti has similar thoughts toward their producer also, which somewhat prompted their final decision to record ‘ultraviolet’ through Back Beach Studios. “It was based on his guitar sound to a certain degree, and after hearing Clone-B’s recording and a few others which have come out of that studio, there was just nowhere else which could achieve what we wanted done with our particular sound. Basically this was the bottom line; Norton had to produce it, and although we had to wait for four months to get him, we believe that the final product was indeed well worth the wait.” It’s accurate to assert that the group is more than proud of their creation, with the whole process of recording this time around with Norton acting, in part, as a learning experience, which will be carried through to Tidal’s next endeavour. Binetti explains, “We learnt a whole bunch of tricks this time around. There was a whole lot of stuff, especially with things like song writing concepts which Norton put across to us that we hadn’t really grasped as yet. We managed to learn a lot there. In retrospect we also learnt a lot through Mark Brandon who’s managing us, who explains everything to us regarding management and promotion. Basically it’s safe to say that over the last year we have all learnt a lot of new tricks.” For those who have been denied the pleasure of seeing the band perform live, they possess quite a confident, yet enigmatic stage presence. Perhaps one of the most readily associated characteristics attached to the group, is the incorporation of UV lighting in their stage performance. Given that very few bands take that extra time to add extra visual stimulation to their set, I was interested to understand the driving force behind their creation. “My brother (Adam) and I have been involved in the entertainment industry since we were about 4 or 5 years old, so for us a show or performance means to entertain from start to finish. I guess it’s like if you go and see a lineup of ten bands, and even though they’re all great bands, it gets a bit monotonous after a while if you don’t have that edge. In saying that though, its not to suggest that our music can’t carry its weight by itself. We don’t really need to do that, but between the music and the show it’s what gives us that added dynamic; one without the other wouldn’t really work and that’s why we combined it the way we have.” It appears as though Tidal have many ripples beginning to stir in their somewhat tranquil waters, with plans for the group to begin performing interstate next year, and future aspirations to represent the Australian metal scene on the international market. Based on the level of positive feedback the band has received to date, it appears that such dreams are within reach, although nothing is etched in stone as yet. “Obviously we’re aiming for Big Day Out and things like that, but at the moment we’re just striving to get interstate to promote ‘ultraviolet’ over there,and hopefully widen up the market a little bit for us. Like I mentioned earlier we have a few things on the drawing board at the moment, but we definitely have a lot of planning to do. We are still waiting to see the response to this release before we decide to do anything.” It is a safe assumption to say that Tidal are definitely a group who will not forget their roots, and the people who have stood by them throughout their musical career to date. Binetti was more than eager to thank some of the main support units for the group thus far. “A special thanks to Clone-B for all their help, not to mention Ungkas for all their help as well. A big thanks to Diatribe and a goodluck for the release of their CD, and we hope everything works out well for all those bands, and those who have been there for us, and supported us every step of the way in what we have done.” Adam Hood
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