When did The Sunday League first come together and how did it happen?
Back in 2016, James (Woodberry) was writing songs in Hobart and looking for a likeminded musician to play jangly guitar with. Hamish (Cruickshank) joined and bass player, Ian (Stolp) was looking to one up fill in drummer at the time Sam, so he joined. Alex (Raw) then joined soon after on drums.
Tell us about your new single, ‘Mother’s Son’. What is the story behind it? What inspired it?
‘Mother’s Son’ was written by Ian and tells a story of a boy and his experience of divorce and the legacy it holds. He brought the song to practice one day and Hamish wrote the main guitar line.
How would you describe your sound and how did you come to it?
I would say we fit into the vastness of early ‘90s America and the quintessential aesthetic of mid to late ‘80s Australia.
Are there any bands or musicians that stand out as particular influences for the band?
Our first, self-titled album was written off the back of James listening to a lot of Johnny Marr and The Smiths in sleepy old Hobart. Other influences include R.E.M, The Mountain Goats, Jackson Browne, Phoebe Bridgers and Wilco, to name a few.
Any upcoming shows or new music on the horizon that Sunday League fans should keep an eye out for?
Yes! We are releasing our brand new album Make It What You Want in late October so stay tuned for that.
Check out The Sunday League’s new single, ‘Mother’s Son’, via streaming services. They’ll be playing The Night Heron in Footscray with Juan Nathan and Tinks on Thursday September 26 (Grand Final Public Holiday Eve). It’s all free.
