Though not technically together on the same continent, Ingredients sees the return of Kris Schroeder, Tim Heath, and Wally De Backer as The Basics with a broad and bold mixed bag of tunes marking almost ten years since the Melbourne outfit’s formation.
With popular hits ‘With this Ship’ and ‘Looking Over My Shoulder’ settled among an impressive back catalogue of the band’s history, the record uncovers a rich and eclectic celebration of The Basics that is suitably well timed.
The record complies the best and most popular releases from the group’s history which draws its influences from 60s rock and roll to country and ska.
‘Better’ off of 2010’s confusingly titled live album /ðəˈbæzɪtʃ/ shows off De Backer’s impressive lung capacity and drumming abilities with a catchy yet sweet hook.
Crowd favourite ‘Just Hold On’ still sits as the group’s strongest pop track, reeling in the early rock influences for a building yet bittersweet number.
Ingredients is a great collection of eclectic songs that demonstrations the range and ability of the hard working band over their career.
The group are set to release Leftovers, a new collection of rarities which includes alternate versions, demos, and unreleased tracks, which will surely be eaten up by fans.
