Interview by Kris Peters
Emerging Northern NSW rock/grunge outfit Eyesite took the next natural step in their musical progression towards the end of last year when the four young members finally traded their school books in for more practice in a field that while maybe not being recognised on most high school education curriculum holds much more credence for those who bare their soul for rock.
With a steady procession of singles and some local gigs scattered here and there in close proximity to home and schooling, Eyesite had already established themselves as a star on the rise while still restrained by the confines of a "proper" education.
The boys had already set their sights on turning music into more than a hobby and suddenly, armed with a cavalcade of spare time to dedicate to their art, found themselves immersed in their youthful dream and competing with much older and established bands for a chance to open for The Smashing Pumpkins.
While that wasn't to be - yet - in the space of less than six months Eyesite have managed to maximise their creative output and take their music to a wider audience, culminating in their latest single In Your Blood which will be released on May 20.
A harder edged and rockier number that still has its genesis in the grunge tendencies Eyesite offer up as a template, In Your Blood is sonic proof that these four young boys have the skills to match their dedication which, coupled with a raw aggression and maturity beyond their years augers extremely well for the future.
HEAVY caught up with drummer Flynn and vocalist/rhythm guitarist Harris to find out more.
"I think it's a lot of the same, but still a fresh direction again from what we've taken before," Harris offered in regards to In Your Blood. "Our last EP was very grunge inspired, but this song takes a step away from that a little bit for a fresh, new rock sound."
In the full interview Harris and Flynn talk more about the shift in musical direction, the inspiration for the track, following up their last EP In My Head quickly, having the freedom to dedicate to music, what they have learnt about themselves and their music since finishing High School, the Battle of the Bands and what they took out of it, upcoming shows and more.