Icky Sitch - the band with a name as cathcy as their music

Icky Sitch are a fresh new name on the Melbourne music scene. The band’s four talented members – Bon Short on drums, Finn Swayn on bass and vocals, Dylan Walker on keyboard and vocals, and Jimmy Nougher on guitar – all hail from Rosebud and draw inspiration from the greats of ’60s and ’70s rock, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Led Zeppelin.

Despite only forming in 2017, Icky Sitch have already made waves with their electrifying live performances and catchy, nostalgia-inducing tracks. Now they're on the verge of releasing their debut album, which promises to deliver more of the same high-energy rock that has won them fans across the Mornington Peninsula.

The band's origin is a classic tale of school friends who got together and started jamming on the weekends. The band – originally called The Stokers – formed in 2017 when Finn and Bon were in high school and began playing gigs with a few of their friends. Jimmy joined a year later and Dylan completed the line-up in 2020 once they had finished high school, when they renamed the band Icky Sitch for a bit of a freshen up. The name came about from a conversation at a party where someone described themselves as being in “a really icky situation”.

The album explores various themes, including growing up, relationships, and personal experiences. With its mix of catchy hooks, raw energy, and heartfelt lyrics, it's the perfect soundtrack for anyone who's ever been in love, felt lost, or just needed a good pick-me-up. Finn and Dylan both wrote the songs for the album, drawing inspiration from their own experiences and the world around them. And with everyone in the band contributing to the songwriting process, the result is a cohesive, well-crafted album that's sure to please even the most discerning rock fan.

Of course, making an album is never easy, and Icky Sitch faced their fair share of challenges along the way. Between juggling day jobs and navigating the pandemic, finding time to write and record was no easy feat. But the band are nothing if not dedicated, and they persevered through it all. For high school kids looking to start their own bands, Icky Sitch’s advice is to "just give it a crack" and play music you enjoy, rather than trying to play what's cool or popular.

The album was recorded at Capel Sound Studios and is ready for release. Icky Sitch are eager to take their music on the road, looking to play more gigs both in their home town and beyond, and connecting with music lovers all over the state.

To stay updated on Icky Sitch's album release and future shows, follow them on Facebook and Instagram @ickysitch or call them on 0422 840 248 for bookings.