Based on their promotional choices, bizarrely themed shows, and desire to tour almost as soon as they formed (unfortunately thwarted due to vehicular issues), I already assumed Five of the Eyes were an ambitious group of dudes. I had the pleasure of playing a pair of shows with the band a few weeks back which only confirmed that these guys mean business. Fortunately for them, this is actually quite the anomaly.

Based on my own observations, there are a shocking number of artists who are seemingly ashamed to actually push their music. Embarrassed by rejection perhaps, or maybe feeling like promoting is the local equivalent of selling out, it's refreshing to see an act who really believes in what they do and have no shame in shoving it in people's faces. This comfort and confidence also, thankfully, extends to the stage.