Harum who? A quartet of Catholic schoolboys hailing from Sydney’s West. The boys have jammed together on and off for years. The early days saw them butcher many a Cream and Nirvana classic. Whilst hardly the stuff of rebels, the lads joined the college church band to talk their way out of Maths & Science classes.

Boothy enjoyed particularly close scrutiny at the hands of the clergy/ brothers due to his chocolate skin & uncanny Nate from Boyz II Men resemblance. The penny dropped and self-appointed “Band Leader”, Tokic, suggested that there was more to life than recycling covers of “Bad Moon Rising”. The boys began penning their own tracks, and soon after, Harum Cross was born.

A hybrid of sorts, HC represents a melting pot of influences: Tokic (Guitar, Bass, Backing Vocals) – Hard Rock & Funk Jimmy (Vocals, Guitar) – Blues & Psychadelia Boothy (Bass, Guitar, Keys, Backing Vocals) – Jazz & Hip Hop Kopes (Drums, Percussion) – anything cheesy, Christian or Progressive. The result is a driving, feel-good sound, one that threatens to whet the appetite of rock and pop enthusiasts alike.

Late 2004 saw the band record a demo collection of 8 tracks entitled “Soul Food Circus”. The Cross’ songs reveal a celebration of music in its most simple form. A passionate escape route from the daily grind. An honest account of the pressures, experiences, loves and hates that have crossed their paths. On face value, HC’s music is a performance of catchy riffs & choruses. Relatively new to (and hoping to make a mark on) Sydney’s pub scene, HC has thus far plied its trade from Balmain to Bondi, Stanmore to Surry Hills. Come and sample the recipe at a watering hole near you. Feel fine as you dine, you just might enjoy the taste!

Where’s Kopes? Original drummer Craig Kopacz is currently having a rest due to health issues with his kidneys. Craigs funky, jazz, 80s rock style has played a crucial role in songs like Flame, I’ll Be Gone and Soul Food Circus. Craig will be working with Harum Cross where possible.

To listen to the track Summer Song Click Here