Thanks for that. Just out of curiosity, what's the preferred place to link to with songs on here? YouTube or Spotify or some other site? Happy to go with whatever the group prefers. I like how Spotify links automatically generate a thumbnail, whereas YouTube just creates a generic link.

Also anything I share will usually be because I like the entire album, and Spotify is good for that as well. Any other album enjoyers around here?

The Fumes were playing their first gig in years earlier in the year, but it was in Northern NSW at a local pub and about 250km each way for me. I regret not going to the gig, but I don't regret not driving that far for it.

[–] jimmydoreisalefty@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Just out of curiosity, what’s the preferred place to link to with songs on here?

YT links, but post what you prefer!

The Fumes were playing their first gig in years earlier in the year, but it was in Northern NSW at a local pub and about 250km each way for me. I regret not going to the gig, but I don’t regret not driving that far for it.

Wow. You might have to plan it as a mini-vacation trip so as to enjoy the event if the occasion arises or until they have a gig closer to your area.

Some bands are very limited in their tours, so if possible, we have to go to their closest gig.

[–] Almacca@aussie.zone 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

They even offered free camping for the gig, but laziness won out in the end.

[–] jimmydoreisalefty@lemmy.world 2 points 13 hours ago (1 children)

All is well; no need to force ourselves unless we want to, hahaha.

Camping is cool, but it is a hassle, and you need to prep and plan ahead to have an enjoyable experience if it has been a while since you have gone camping.

Vacations need planning, or it can also be just a last-minute thing, but be prepared to go with the flow of an adventure, hahaha.

[–] Almacca@aussie.zone 2 points 12 hours ago* (last edited 12 hours ago) (1 children)

I didn't have a problem with the camping. Only really needed a tent and sleeping bag to crash in after the gig, which I have. I'm not sure my spine could have handled it any more though.

Their only online presence is Facebook, though, which I have since permanently deleted, so I don't have any way to know about future gigs, which is annoying.

[–] jimmydoreisalefty@lemmy.world 2 points 9 hours ago

I'm not sure my spine could have handled it any more though.

That is a big factor; back pain sucks! You would need extra support to enjoy the trip!

Their only online presence is Facebook, though, which I have since permanently deleted, so I don’t have any way to know about future gigs, which is annoying.

Damn, that does make it difficult!

I found this: https://www.songkick.com/artists/96264-fumes/gigography

Yeah, it seems they have limited tours.

Wednesday 17 July 2024

The Fumes with Amber Lawrence

Robertson Public House & Kitchen, Robertson, NSW, Australia