FEATURE: The Brave - Top 5 influential albums

Brisbane newcomers The Brave have a new label deal and single. 2016 already shapes as a significant year for the northerners.

With the band launching their new track, via a run of east coast shows, this April, Killyourstereo.com caught up with the boys recently to discuss their most influential albums.

Nate (Vocals):

Slipknot - 'Iowa'

For me that album was what really set me on the path of getting into heavy music. I remember listening to ['Iowa'] at the tender age of 13 from start to finish for the very first time and being left with my jaw in my hands and just thinking, "Yep, I want to scream and be a vocalist." I still listen to that album regularly and am never disappointed at how dark, heavy and yet catchy as hell, in some songs, that album is.

Dan (Bass):

Taken - 'Between Two Unseens'

This is one of those records that a friend showed me and I still listen to regularly and get goosebumps. I love the light and shade throughout the record and the way sections build then fall, five songs that feel like they truly cared about every word sung and every note played.

Brent (Drums):

Silverchair - 'Diorama'

This was the first band I saw live and it was the moment that made me want to play music and tour. I loved the groove that Ben had and set my kit up the same way he did and used to play along to this album.

Dave (Guitar):

While She Sleeps - 'This Is The Six'

These guys have always stood out from the crowd and really inspire me. Their energy and live performance is always amazing to see, but it's their lyrical content and overall message that I feel really resonates with a lot of people. I always have a lot of respect for bands and artists that speak their mind and challenge thoughts on various political issues - a lot of times it's easy to feel powerless to make a difference in a world that in a lot of ways is heading towards a darker future, and these guys always struck me as truly honest in their delivery.

I think it's that level of connection that a lot of bands can sometimes lack - letting people know they’re not alone in feeling a certain way can be a really empowering thing, and you can see that energy and purpose in everything they do.

Kurt (Guitar):

Emarosa - 'Self Titled'

This record had a massive impact on me. Very soulful and full of emotion. I loved everything about it, the lyrics, melodies, tones were all great.

Catch The Brave performing on the following dates (tickets available at the door):