bernee

Bernee are different to almost all bands… THEY BREAK PIANOS. Their brand of piano pop is not unlike the blistering sounds of early Ben Folds Five and the wit and humor of The Whitlams, with a touch of Belle and Sebastian thrown in for good measure. Bernee’s EP, Late Night Show, is a six-track work that would accompany you on a sunny day or summer car ride, as it’s energy is mostly at a high throughout.
The “Piano Smashing Geek Rock” band from South Australia consists of front man Matt Goldberg on piano and vocals, Iain Peterken on bass guitar and vocals, Nicole Weepers on drums/percussion and vocals and Annabelle Drought on Violin.
Bernee finished recording their debut EP, “Late Night Show”, in January 2008. The EP was recorded and produced by ARIA nominated producer Matt Hills (Wolf & Cub, Darren Hanlon, The Lucksmiths) and truly demonstrates the diversity and versatility of the band. The opening track to the EP, "Where Do You Want To Go Today", was selected and included on the “Rock 4 Life International: Volume 4” benefit CD in early 2009, which has been distributed to hundreds of college and indie radio stations and labels all over the United States. Furthermore, this same track was given a Platinum Auddy Award by Hit Song Science. This means it has high hit potential and only 5% of songs submitted receive this honor. This service is so accurate, a lot of major record labels are now using it to aid them in eliminating songs that are unlikely to succeed.
Bernee have been gigging around Adelaide since 2005. They have been interviewed and had their music played on local radio numerous times. The piano smashing geek rockers are influenced by Ben Folds, The Whitlams, Coldplay, Fiona Apple and Foo Fighters to name a few.
The track "Don't Come Here Anymore" from Bernee's 2005 demo (Without A Trace) was featured in the play STRANGERS, performed at the Fairfax Theatre at the Melbourne Arts Centre as part of the 'Short & Sweet International Play Festival' in late 2007. The same track also featured in the play PERFIDY, which sold out at the Melbourne Comedy Festival in late 2008 at Dantes theatre. The tracks "Man" and "Where Do You Want To Go Today" from Bernee's 2008 EP (Late Night Show) featured in the play SUBURBIA as part of the 2009 'Short & Sweet International Play Festival' at the world famous 'Chapel Off Chapel'.
For 2010, Bernee have set themselves the challenge of writing, recording and producing their debut full length album. The first track from this yet to be named release is “Why Won’t You?” and really sets the scene for the rest of the album.
Bernee have played in many of the finest live venues around Adelaide, including The Prince Albert Hotel, The Grace Emily, The Governor Hindmarsh Hotel, Fad Bar, Jive, Fowlers Live and Skycity Adelaide Casino. Bernee have also played various festivals including the Gawler Food, Wine and Music Festival and Emergenza (a world wide emerging artist’s festival). Whilst playing the Emergenza Festival, Bernee were asked back to showcase their works with nine of South Australia's top bands at Fowlers Live.
Bernee are fast earning a reputation of dynamic, high energy shows and winning fans over with every gig. They are fast building a dedicated fan base and are always willing to get naked (conditions apply).



Check out the kind words these guys wrote about us and our EP, Late Night Show.



Late Night Show EP - Part 1



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