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The Cubs are an acoustic duo comprising of Shannon McConnell and Tony Clay. Formed in mid 2011 and hailing from the Great Lakes, these two friends packed up and headed for Newcastle in search of broader horizons. Influenced by their surfing and skateboarding this sun-loving duo began writing songs together in early 2008 and are enjoying developing their style and songwriting craft. This dynamic duo are proud of their unique musical backgrounds transcend The Cubs from current trends… and with influences such as J. Mascis and the Middle East they have formed their own distinctive blend of laid back rhythms and gentle, breezy lyrics matched with a depth, reminiscent of warm and inviting pacific waters. With almost 2 years of live performances behind them, The Cubs are growing a dedicated fan-base and have clocked up hundreds of views over digital media platforms including Soundcloud as well as Facebook The two are currently planning a tour of the East Coast of Australia, and recording

Perth band, Cubs alternate between songs that feel like warm embraces soaked in pumpkin soup, to ditties about lovelorn moments that stick to your shoe like chewing gum. With catchy guitar hooks, heartfelt vocals and sweet harmonies, Cubs are a must see. Since forming in late 2015, Cubs have played a range of festivals including Nannup Music festival, HyperFest, WAM festival, Beauvine and Mount Hawthorn Streets and Laneways Festival. In late 2016 they recorded their debut ep 'Stars" at Blackbird studio with Dave Parkin. 'Stars' is set to be unleashed onto the world in March 2017. Listen to IS THIS LOVE Out now on Blue Grey Pink.