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Violent Soho were an Australian alternative rock band that was formed in 2004 in the Brisbane suburb of Mansfield, Queensland, originally under the name of "showroom".[4] For the majority of the band's existence, the line-up was composed of Luke Boerdam (lead vocals, guitar), James Tidswell (guitar, backing vocals), Luke Henery (bass, backing vocals) and Michael Richards (drums, backing vocals). Their sound has been compared to that of 1980s and 1990s alternative rock[5] bands such as the Pixies, Mudhoney, Smashing Pumpkins, and Nirvana. Although being largely described as grunge, the band self described themselves as a "stoner pop" band.[6] The band's third studio album, Hungry Ghost, was certified Gold in Australia in September 2014. Their fourth album, Waco, debuted at number 1 on the Australian ARIA Charts in 2016. The band's fifth album, Everything Is A-OK, was released on 3 April 2020 and also debuted at number 1 on the ARIA charts.[7]

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History

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Early years

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The band members all attended Citipointe Christian College in Mansfield together,[8][9] and as of 2008 continued to reside there.[10] The postcode of the suburb, "4122", appears in the band's merchandise artwork and frequently appears in band-related images.[11][12][13][14]

In an interview with Tidswell and Boerdam at the 2013 Push Over event in Melbourne, Victoria, both members explained that they attended a religious youth group as children, while Boerdam was in a chapel band with drummer Richards.[15] Tidswell revealed in 2014 that he is originally from New Zealand, explaining: "In New Zealand I had to ride a bike to school in the rain every morning when I was four years old, and now I live in Queensland and I never wear a raincoat".[16]

The band named themselves after the Rancid song "Ruby Soho"[17] and Tidswell's wishes to be named "Violent"; the two names were "married".[18]

2006–2008: Pigs & T.V. EP, We Don't Belong Here

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Their debut EP, Pigs & T.V., was released in 2006. Consisting of songs written by Boerdam at 14 years of age, the recording was funded by the sale of Tidswell's car. The EP was produced by Bryce Moorhead, a Brisbane-based producer and sound engineer who the band discovered through early shows they performed with Brisbane punk bands Eat Laser Scumbag! and Gazoonga Attack.[19]

The EP received a positive review in Blunt Magazine—the reviewer gave it an "8" rating (out of 10), writing: "Sounding like The Vines fed on raw meat and produced on a fraction of the budget, Violent Soho are a boisterous pop rock combo from Brissyland reviving the spirit of the grunge era."[20] Writing for the Mess+Noise music website, Jo Nilson described the EP as "both tuneful and snottily defiant", and "an amazing effort, considering their [the band] bawdy pop sensibilities". Liam McGinniss, a reviewer for the Faster Louder website, wrote a positive review of the EP, concluding:

While Violent Soho occasionally reflect their obvious influences (Nirvana, The Vines, et al.) a little too closely, it's refreshing to see a band with such a clear vision, as well as deft skill and power with their instruments. A slick and polished effort in a time when many debuts are too rough around the edges to take seriously, Pigs And TV is an excellent snapshot of a band with unlimited potential, and the skill and ambition to fulfill it.[21]

Following the release of their debut EP, the band continued to play shows in and around Brisbane as well as several shows in Sydney, Melbourne and elsewhere on the east coast of Australia. During this period, Magic Dirt's Dean Turner—who died in April 2009—commenced managing the band.[22] Violent Soho toured with fellow Queensland band The Grates in 2007[19] and were included in the lineup of the 2008 St Jerome's Laneway Festival, playing with the event in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney of that year.[23]

Violent Soho toured with Faker and Grafton Primary in May 2008,[24] playing songs from their first full-length album, We Don't Belong Here. The album was released on 7 June 2008 on the Emergency Music label, an independent imprint run by Turmer's band Magic Dirt, who were also friends at the time.[25] Following the release of the inaugural studio album, the band toured throughout Australia, followed by shows during November 2008 in New York, Los Angeles and London.[26] Upon their return home, Violent Soho played more shows and festivals held during the southern summer—late 2008/early 2009—including Homebake,[27] Meredith Music Festival,[28] Falls Festival[29] and Southbound Festival.[30]

2009–2011: Ecstatic Peace! signing, relocation to US, Violent Soho

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On 20 February 2009, Violent Soho announced on their MySpace page that they had signed an "overwhelmingly exciting" deal with Ecstatic Peace! Records, a record company headed by Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore, a hero of the band. They also signaled their intention to spend much of 2009 touring Australia, touring and recording in the US, and mentioned that a new album that "elaborated" on the material recorded for We Don't Belong Here was due for worldwide release in the third quarter of 2009.[31]

In mid-2009, the band recorded their self-titled second album with producer Gil Norton at Rockfield Studios in Wales. Moore presented the band with several options, including Butch Vig and John Agnello, but the band selected Norton as they wanted someone who would be "a bit pushy". After a conversation between Moore and Norton, the producer rearranged his schedule to accommodate the band, as he liked the demo recordings he was sent. Violent Soho worked with Norton for five weeks at the Rockfield complex, where the band lived in an on-site apartment for the entire duration of recording, and Boerdam described the experience following their return to Brisbane afterwards:

We all got to stay together in the same spot for five weeks. I think that was great for the band. It wasn't like tour, where everyday you're going somewhere, you're worried about how you're going to pay for petrol. It was the opposite. It was in the middle of the countryside, really quiet, 30 minutes walk from the nearest town. So really we got to focus on just doing the album, putting the songs to rest ... Gil [Norton] has the whole Lovetone [analog] pedal range. They're pedals from the UK that aren't made anymore … I spent hours with them, experimenting with sounds. When we recorded the first album, there was no experimentation.[32]

The band relocated to the US prior to the early 2010 release of Violent Soho and shared an apartment in the "poorer parts of Brooklyn" in New York City. However, due to a hectic touring schedule, the band was rarely at home and played five-to-six nights each week.[33] While in the US, the band released a limited-edition, vinyl 7-inch EP—consisting of re-recorded versions of "Bombs Over Broadway" and "Son of Sam"—in 2009 that was only sold during a 2010 US tour.[34][35]

Violent Soho lead guitarist
James Tidswell performing at Summerfest

On 9 March 2010, Violent Soho released their second, self-titled album on Ecstatic Peace! that consisted of some reworked selections from We Don't Belong Here. "Jesus Stole My Girlfriend" was the first single release from the album.[36] The single was also re-recorded with new vocals by Boerdam in Simlish for The Sims 3: Ambitions soundtrack.[37] The band would part ways with Moore's label following the album's release and returned to Australia in 2011 after more than a year in the US. In 2013 Boerdam stated:

Being on Thurston Moore's label doesn't happen that often for an Australian band. It gave us a great sense of validation as a band. Just being able to quit your day job and tour for 18 months made us better. Whether it results in Facebook likes or record sales I don't care, the real impact was more personal.[5]

2011–2016: Return to Australia, I Oh You signing, Hungry Ghost

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Violent Soho performed at the 2011 Laneway Festival, followed by an Australian tour supporting Australian alternative rock band Jebediah in mid-2011.[38] The band was then chosen by Les Savy Fav to perform at the ATP Nightmare Before Christmas festival that the latter co-curated—together with Caribou and Battles—in December 2011 in Minehead, England, UK.[39] The band toured Australia with English band Arctic Monkeys in early 2012.[40]

Violent Soho was nominated for an ARIA Award in 2012 and Tidswell revealed in an October 2013 interview that he received congratulations from friends while on his way to seek employment at a local McDonald's store, as the band was no longer signed to a label and was without any financial support at the time.[5] The band also needed to restart the songwriting process, and Boerdam explained that "we had a hell of a lot of work on our hands."[41]

The band then signed to the Melbourne-based Australian independent record label "I OH YOU" and released a new single called "Tinderbox" on 27 August 2012.[42] In November 2012, an Australian tour coincided with the release of the double-single "Tinderbox"/"Neighbour Neighbour" and a music video was produced for "Neighbour Neighbour".[43][44] Boerdam stated in March 2013 that the relationship with I OH YOU was a beneficial one, as the label head, who Boerdam described as a "legend", understands the perspective of the band and the band never feels like they are asking too much of the label, "which is always good for our band".[15]

In a January 2014 interview, Boerdam reflected on the attitude that the band adopted following their return to Australia:

This time we had all the time in the world. We were thinking, "we do it our way or we don't do it." We were sick of listening to how bands were meant to do it. That was the big difference in the album: time. Doing it at home, doing it down the road from where we all live, taking our time and delivering a sound and a record that we particularly wanted to do.[41]

In April 2013, the band revealed via their Facebook account that they were in the process of recording their next full-length album. The album was produced by Moorhead, described by Boerdam as "Brisbane's version of Steve Albini" (Moorhead's main form of employment is tree lopping[45]),[46] and recorded at Darek Mudge's Shed Studios.[5] Boerdam stated that the band was judicious with the songs that they agreed to record for the album and did not hesitate to discard substandard material: "It was just about being willing to throw away things that didn't make the cut ... You have to be willing to do that. It took us [nearly] two years to work out what was good."[41]

In July 2013, Violent Soho announced that their next album is entitled Hungry Ghost and will be released on the I Oh You label on 6 September 2013—the first single, "In The Aisle", was released on 8 July 2013. Regarding the sound of the album, Boerdam asserted in an October 2013 interview: "There's no reason to lock the band down to that grunge label which we were constantly given, despite us never using that word. We realised that we didn't care, as long as we were happy with the music we were making."[5]

A video for the song "In The Aisle" was released on 16 July 2013. Directed by Tristan Houghton, the video documents a nude cyclist riding around Brisbane distributing flyers for an actual nude bike ride event. Tidswell and Boerdam explained in August 2013 that the video features Brisbane musician and local nudist activist Dario Western, who received nationwide attention for his nudist event through morning television programs. Dario was involved with the filming of the "Neighbour Neighbour" music video, but he did not appear in the final version, so the band asked him to appear as the sole actor in "In The Aisle". Boerdam stated that the attention received by Dario eclipsed the publicity experienced by Violent Soho.[45]

A video for the song "Covered in Chrome", filmed in Henery's house, was released on 16 October 2013 and concludes with a person setting fire to items on a clothesline in the backyard.[47] In response to a question about concerns regarding the potential for damage to Henery's residence, caused by the music video concept, Boerdam stated: "... it was his [Henery] problem … It’s a rental, so we just said 'Do you have a lease? Yeah, cool, let’s do it'".[16] Ideas and imagery in the lyrics for the song were informed by a Wikipedia article about the Hungarian uprising in 1956 which Boerdam had been reading.[22]

The album title was inspired by the Kalle Lasn book Culture Jam. As Boerdam explained in a September 2013 online article, "From memory the term went something like this: 'We sit around on couches, buying what we think makes us who we are, like a hungry ghost'. I looked up hungry ghost and it actually comes from traditional Chinese Buddhism. It means to have a non-shakable addiction/desire, and you lose yourself to that desire, you lose your identity." Regarding the general themes of the album's lyrics, Boerdam said: "Throughout the record I play with the idea of escaping a masked reality. I like to explore this concept that we live in a form of hyper-consumer reality and we lack an authentic human experience. In a few songs I try and focus on outsider suburban characters that are usually hidden and outcast by society, reenacting tapping into their reality and what they view as normal".[22]

Hungry Ghost was identified by the Faster Louder online publication as the fourth-best album of 2013. A reference is made to Faster Louder's September review of the album, in which it wrote that the "fingerprints of Shihad, Japandroids, Wavves, Bleeding Knees Club, Blink-182 and Children Collide" appear on the album.[48]

The band toured with the Australian Big Day Out festival in January 2014 and during a backstage interview at the Sydney leg, Tidswell explained:

We grew up going to Big Days Out on the Gold Coast… Luke [Boerdam] bought a ticket when he was 16 and his parents wouldn't let him go so he pegged a cereal bowl at the wall and said "Fuck you", ran away and went to Big Day Out. I got to see my favourite band in the year 2000, Blink-182, that was sick. So we're stoked to be on Big Day Out ...[16]

During the 2014 Big Day Out tour, Boerdam stated that his favourite songs to play live at the time were "Dope Calypso" and "OK Cathedral", while Tidswell identified "OK Cathedral" and "Lowbrow".[49]

"Covered in Chrome" was voted into the fourteenth position on the Triple J Hottest 100, 2013.[50] The band stated in an early January 2014 interview that they were not confident of ranking in the top 20 for the poll.[51] However, the Triple J Hottest 100 of the 2010s saw "Covered in Chrome" place fourth.

In March 2014, the band was selected by triple J for its annual "One Night Stand" event, a free regional festival that celebrated its tenth anniversary in 2013. Alongside artists such as Illy and Dan Sultan, the band will play in the rural city of Mildura, Victoria.[52] The "Saramona Said" music video, in which a group of four young friends drive to a Violent Soho performance, was uploaded to the I OH YOU YouTube channel on 8 April 2014. The band collaborated with director Dan Graetz on the video, and the cast consists of Mikey Wulff, Hannah Wagner, Tom Butler and Cole Orr.[53] In June 2014, the band signed a record deal with US label SideOneDummy Records for an American release of Hungry Ghost in September.[54]

In late June 2014, New Noise Magazine reported that Hungry Ghost had reached the sixth position on the Australian album chart and the band had signed with American record label SideOneDummy for a September 2014 release of the album in the US.[55] In a July 2014 interview, Boerdam replied to a question about the follow-up to Hungry Ghost:

I haven't listened to Hungry Ghost in eight months, and I don't intend to listen to it again for a long time. I play it live enough. I've already started writing. Obviously the next thing is another record. I think the approach to Hungry Ghost was good for our band, so we won't start recording it till it's ready to go. I don't think you have to change your sound every record and be fucking Radiohead going from OK Computer to Kid A or anything like that. But I do think progression is healthy ... The writing's started. When that progresses into a whole album and when it's released, I have no idea. I'm just gonna keep writing until I strike songs where I think "fuck, this is great" and I'm personally pleased. Until I feel good about it, we won't bother to hit a studio.[33]

Boerdam also stated that the band is open to gaining international exposure in locations such as Europe and the US.[33]

The band attained "gold" status for Hungry Ghost in September 2014, after 30,000 units of the album were sold in Australia. The owner of the band's record label said to the media: "We couldn't be more proud of the guys or feel more honoured to have played a small part in the band’s life over the last few years… and we certainly couldn't be anymore psyched to see what the future holds." Violent Soho announced the "No Sleep Til Mansfield" national Australian tour, scheduled for November–December 2014, to commemorate the achievement.[56] Prior to the commencement of the tour, a music video for the Hungry Ghost song "Eightfold" was premiered on 27 October 2014.[57] The album was placed at number 60 on the ARIA Year-End Albums Chart of 2014.[58]

In October 2015, the band released a Split 7-inch Vinyl with the American punk rock band Spraynard. It included two new songs from Violent Soho (Domestic Lala/ Home haircut), as well a new song from Spraynard.[59]

2016–2019: Waco

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On 3 February 2016, the band announced the release date of their fourth studio album, titled Waco, as 18 March 2016, and a promotional single, "Viceroy", was subsequently released on YouTube.[60] After Waco was chosen as the 'Feature Album' by triple j for the week beginning 14 March 2016,[61] it placed in the number 1 position on the Australian iTunes albums chart, while seven shows of the May 2016 album tour had sold out.[62] The album debuted at number 1 on the ARIA Charts.

The band headlined the 2017 edition of the regional Groovin the Moo festival, which were the band's last official shows before taking an extended break.[63]

During the band's break, Henery formed a new band, Total Pace.[64] Tidswell served as producer on Dune Rats' third studio album, Hurry Up and Wait,[65] while Richards played sets as a fill-in drummer for WAAX[66] and Tired Lion.

2019–2022: Everything is A-OK and hiatus

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On 14 November 2019, the band released a new song called "A-OK," following a series of teaser posters and billboards being posted around Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.[67] A week later, they released a second single, entitled "Vacation Forever".[68] The song saw the band place in the Triple J Hottest 100 of 2019, placing 69th.[69]

In December 2019, the band performed their first live shows since 2017 at the Good Things Festival in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.[70] A music video for "Vacation Forever" was released, compiled of footage from these performances.[71]

In early February 2020, the band subtly announced that they would be playing three intimate headlining shows the following week in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Instead of making an official announcement, the band sent out paper flyers promoting the shows. Access to tickets was made available only via in-person purchase at either Red Eye Records in Sydney, Oh! Jean Records in Melbourne or Rocking Horse Records in Brisbane.[72] At the record stores, it was revealed that the band's new album was titled Everything is A-OK, and was set for release on 3 April 2020.[73]

In July 2022, the band announced an indefinite hiatus. They shared the following statement on social media:

After nearly 20 years in Violent Soho we've experienced so much as a band - It's been incredible and life-defining. We feel so grateful to have experienced the journey and to all the people that believed in our music and showed us so much support. However, as individuals we've found ourselves in different places over the last few years and so we've decided it's time to take a break and lay low for a bit. This isn't the end of the band, but we are looking forward to giving ourselves some space, focusing on our families, and giving back to the community which fostered and carried us.

With the announcement also came the release of a new single, "Kamikaze",[74] which was later released on 7'' vinyl alongside single "Better Homes and Gardens".

The band played their final shows on September 9 and 10, 2022, at Brisbane's Fortitude Music Hall.

Cover versions

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As part of the triple J radio station's segment "Like a Version", the band Northeast Party House performed a live-to-air cover version of "Covered in Chrome" on 15 July 2014. The version incorporated an electro influence as well as a Lorde reference.[75]

On 21 May 2015, Violent Soho were again covered on the "Like a Version" program by Perth band Tired Lion. The cover was performed live in conjunction with a verse of The Smashing Pumpkins' song, "1979".[76]

On 14 April 2016, Modern Baseball performed a faithful rendition of the Violent Soho track "Dope Calypso" for the "Like a Version" program.[77][78]

Perspectives

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Tidswell appeared in a short documentary film directed by Dan Graetz, who directed the "Covered in Chrome" music video, in which he spoke about the business of music from an artist's perspective. Sponsored by the Jack Daniel's alcohol manufacturer,[79] Graetz filmed Tidswell alongside other musicians such as Kate Miller-Heidke to gain insight into the state of the Australian music industry and published the documentary—called "The Truth About Money in Music" and just under ten minutes in length—on 20 July 2014. Tidswell spoke about the concept of "selling out" as part of his contribution:

People, you know, they put the big deal on, you know, "selling out" and that sort of thing, and, in all honesty, there is not much difference between taking money from, you know, some brand and some record label. I mean, it's pretty similar stuff. In some ways, it's better to take it from the brand because you don't have to pay the money back.[80]

Personal lives

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The band members explained during a January 2014 interview that they are all employed, in addition to their roles in the band.[81] In January 2014, Tidswell explained that he treats every night like a New Year's Eve party, while the rest of the band adopt a similar approach when they are together. However, Tidswell and Boerdam admitted that close friends the DZ Deathrays have a greater capacity in terms of a party lifestyle, and consistently outlast the members of Violent Soho, who are typically unable to continue beyond midnight.[49] In August 2013, Tidswell explained that an adoption of the Brisbane mindset means to "get high and play music".[45]

Boerdam explained in July 2014 that the history of the band is one in which members have prioritised personal concerns: "We put a lot of things in our personal lives first, above the band ... I've seen other bands treat it so seriously ... Sometimes that can be a band's undoing, when they start talking to each other as if they're employees". In the same interview, Boerdam revealed that he had recently become a husband, with a European honeymoon scheduled for September 2014, while both Henery and Tidswell are fathers.[33]

Members

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  • Luke Boerdam – lead vocals, guitar (2004–2022)
  • James Tidswell – guitar, backing vocals (2004–2022)
  • Luke Henery – bass guitar, backing vocals (2004–2022)
  • Michael Richards – drums, percussion, backing vocals (2004–2021)

Live substitutes

  • Raul Sanchez – guitar, backing vocals (2013)
  • Michael Hardy – drums, percussion, backing vocals (2021–2022)
  • Sophie Hopes – guitar, backing vocals (2021)
  • Tim Maxwell – guitar, backing vocals (2022)

Discography

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Main article: Violent Soho discography

Awards and nominations

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AIR Awards

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The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2014 Violent Soho Best Independent Artist Nominated [82]
Hungry Ghost Best Independent Album[83] Won [83]
Best Independent Hard Rock/Punk Album Won
"Covered in Chrome" Best Independent Single or EP Nominated
2017 WACO Best Independent Hard Rock, Heavey or Punk Album Won [84]
2021 Everything Is A-OK Best Independent Punk Album or EP Nominated [85][86]

APRA Awards

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The APRA Awards are presented annually from 1982 by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA).[87]

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2014 "Covered in Chrome" Song of the Year Shortlisted [88]
2015 "Saramona Said" Song of the Year Shortlisted [89]
2017 "Viceroy" Song of the Year Shortlisted [90]

ARIA Music Awards

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The ARIA Music Awards is an annual awards ceremony that recognises excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of Australian music.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2010 Violent Soho Best Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Album Nominated [91]
2014 "Saramona Said" Best Group Nominated [92]
Best Independent Release Nominated
Dan Graetz for "Covered in Chrome" Best Video Nominated
National Tour Best Australian Live Act Nominated
2016 Waco Best Group Won [93]
Best Independent Release Nominated
Best Rock Album Won
Dan Graetz for "Like Soda" Best Video Nominated
The WACO Tour Best Australian Live Act Nominated
2017 Violent Soho with Special Guests the Bronx Best Australian Live Act Nominated [94]
2020 Everything Is A-OK Best Rock Album Nominated [95]
"Pick It Up Again" Best Video Nominated
Greg Wales for Everything Is A-OK Producer of the Year Nominated
Luke Henery for Everything Is A-OK Best Cover Art Nominated

J Award

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The J Awards are an annual series of Australian music awards that were established by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's youth-focused radio station Triple J. They commenced in 2005.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2016 WACO Australian Album of the Year Nominated [96]
2020 Violent Soho - "Pick It Up Again" Australian Video of the Year Nominated [97][98]

National Live Music Awards

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The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse live industry, celebrating the success of the Australian live scene. The awards commenced in 2016.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2016 themselves Live Act of the Year Nominated [99]
Live Hard Rock Act of the Year Won
Queensland Live Act of the Year Won
2017 themselves Queensland Live Act of the Year Won [100][101]
2020 themselves Queensland Live Act of the Year Nominated [102]
Luke Henery (Violent Soho) Live Bassist of the Year Nominated
James Tidswell (Violent Soho) Live Guitarist of the Year Nominated

Queensland Music Awards

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The Queensland Music Awards (previously known as Q Song Awards) are annual awards celebrating Queensland, Australia's brightest emerging artists and established legends. They commenced in 2006.[103]

Year Nominee / work Award Result (wins only)
2015[104][105][106] Hungry Ghost Album of the Year Won
2016[107] "Like Soda" Song of the Year Won
Rock Song of the Year Won
2017[108] WACO Album of the Year Won

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Violent Soho is an Australian band formed in 2004 in the suburb of , . The band consists of Luke Boerdam on vocals and guitar, James Tidswell on guitar, Luke Henery on bass, and on drums; the members, who attended school together and share a background from the local , initially came together after jamming at a friend's birthday party. Known for their raw, fuzzed-out grunge and punk rock sound—influenced by 1990s acts such as Nirvana, Weezer, Radiohead, and Dinosaur Jr.—Violent Soho's lyrics often explore themes of suburban ennui, personal struggles, and youthful angst. They gained early international attention after signing to Thurston Moore's Ecstatic Peace! label in 2009, but broke through domestically with their debut self-titled album in 2010 and the breakthrough third album Hungry Ghost (2013), which sold over 35,000 copies to earn gold certification in Australia and featured the Triple J Hottest 100 singles "Covered in Chrome" (peaking at #14) and "Viceroy." Subsequent releases included WACO (2016) and Everything Is A-OK (2020), both of which topped the ARIA Albums Chart, alongside EPs like Pigs & T.V. (2006) and We Don't Belong Here (2008). Violent Soho's achievements include two ARIA Awards in 2016 for Best Rock Album (WACO) and Best Group, four ARIA nominations for Hungry Ghost, and multiple Queensland Music Awards, such as Album of the Year in 2015 and Song of the Year/Rock Award for "Like Soda" in 2016. After nearly two decades of activity, including extensive U.S. and Australian tours, the band announced an indefinite hiatus in July 2022 to focus on personal lives. As of 2025, the band remains on hiatus, though they released the archival single "Domestic La La" in 2023 alongside a 10th anniversary reissue of Hungry Ghost.

History

Formation and early years (2004–2005)

Violent Soho was formed in 2004 in the suburb of , , by school friends Luke Boerdam (vocals/guitar), Luke Henery (bass), James Tidswell (guitar), and (drums). The group initially operated under the name and focused on developing their sound through informal rehearsals among the members, who had known each other since childhood. In 2005, the band changed their name to Violent Soho, a compromise between suggestions inspired by Rancid's song "Ruby Soho" and James Tidswell's preference for "The Violent." This rebranding solidified their identity as a four-piece , shifting away from their initial moniker while retaining the core lineup. During these early years, Violent Soho began playing local gigs in , including their first performance at a friend's birthday party in 2004, where they tested material that would evolve into their signature grunge-influenced style characterized by heavy riffs and raw energy. These pre-debut activities helped refine their songwriting and stage presence without any formal releases, laying the groundwork for their transition to a more professional trajectory.

Pigs & T.V. EP and We Don't Belong Here (2006–2008)

In 2006, Violent Soho released their debut EP, Pigs & T.V., through the independent label Victim Records, limited to 1,000 copies. The five-track release showcased the band's raw, lo-fi sound, with standout tracks like "Material Boy" and "Bombs Over Broadway" drawing comparisons to 1990s acts for their distorted guitars and energetic delivery. Produced by Bryce Moorhouse, the EP captured the youthful angst of the , quartet and quickly gained traction in local indie circles. Building on the EP's momentum, the band signed with Emergency Music, an independent imprint associated with the established Australian rock group Magic Dirt, for their full-length debut. We Don't Belong Here, released on 7 June 2008 and also produced by Moorhouse alongside Magic Dirt's Dean Turner, expanded on the EP's aesthetic with 10 songs exploring themes of suburban alienation and disillusionment. Tracks such as "Jesus Stole My Girlfriend" and "Son of Sam" highlighted the band's fuzzy, unpolished production and emotional rawness, blending influences with punk abrasiveness to evoke the ennui of small-town Australian youth. The album was distributed nationally by MGM Distribution, aiding its reach beyond . During this period, Violent Soho undertook extensive early Australian tours, performing in small venues and supporting established acts to cultivate a dedicated following in the underground scene. These shows helped solidify their reputation among fans of raw, guitar-driven music, fostering a cult-like devotion in cities like and . Critics praised the lo-fi grit and thematic depth of both releases, with Pigs & T.V. earning acclaim from outlets like Blunt Magazine for its "boisterous" Vines-esque energy, while We Don't Belong Here was lauded for channeling suburban discontent into melodic hooks. This foundational work marked the band's breakthrough in the Australian indie landscape, setting the stage for broader recognition.

Signing with Ecstatic Peace!, US relocation, and self-titled album (2009–2011)

In early 2009, Violent Soho signed a deal with Ecstatic Peace!, the independent label founded by Sonic Youth's , following growing interest from their performances in the . The signing came after the band had built a reputation through their raw, grunge-influenced , which resonated with American audiences and caught the attention of Moore, a key figure in . This partnership marked their entry into the international market, providing distribution through Universal and opportunities for broader exposure beyond . Seeking to capitalize on the deal, the band relocated to Brooklyn, New York, in late 2009, committing to a 10-month stay as part of their contract obligations. The move to the United States aimed to immerse them in the alt-rock scene and facilitate album promotion, but it brought significant challenges, including financial strain from low tour earnings—bassist Luke Henery once survived on 60-cent burgers—and cultural adjustments to the competitive New York music environment. Living in a cramped apartment with their partners, the members faced isolation and industry pressures, such as mandatory radio appearances and in-store signings, which contributed to burnout during this period. The band's self-titled second album, Violent Soho, was released on March 9, 2010, via Ecstatic Peace! and produced by veteran Gil Norton at Rockfield Studios in Wales. The record featured a more polished sound compared to their debut and included re-recorded versions of several tracks from We Don't Belong Here, such as "Jesus Stole My Girlfriend", alongside new songs, while retaining their noisy, alternative rock edge. To promote it, Violent Soho embarked on U.S. tours, including support slots opening for Dinosaur Jr. and Built to Spill, which helped solidify their presence in the alternative rock circuit. Despite earning critical nods for their energetic live shows and grunge revival style, the album achieved limited commercial success internationally, with modest sales and no major chart breakthroughs abroad.

Return to Australia, I Oh You signing, and Hungry Ghost (2011–2016)

Following their challenging experiences in the United States, where extensive touring led to burnout and uncertainty about the band's future, Violent Soho returned to Brisbane in early 2011 without a record label. The relocation allowed the members to regroup and refocus on writing new material in a familiar environment, marking a shift back to their Australian roots after over a year abroad. In August 2012, the band signed with the independent Australian label I Oh You Records, a move that provided creative freedom and strong domestic support. This partnership enabled them to record their third studio album, , which was produced by Bryce Moorhead at The Shed Studios in and mixed by John Agnello. Released on September 6, 2013, the album debuted at number 6 on the ARIA Albums Chart and later achieved gold certification in in September 2014, signifying sales of over 35,000 copies. Standout tracks such as "Covered in Chrome" and "Saramona Said" gained significant radio play and fan acclaim, contributing to the record's breakthrough success and highlighting the band's raw, grunge-infused sound. The release of propelled Violent Soho into increased mainstream visibility in , with lyrics exploring themes of addiction, insatiable desire, and personal loss—drawing from Buddhist concepts of "" as metaphors for unrelenting cravings. To capitalize on this momentum, the band undertook extensive touring, including headline shows across , slots at major festivals like in 2014 and Laneway Festival in 2016, and international dates supporting the album's North American release. These performances solidified their reputation as a live force, blending high-energy sets with introspective songwriting that resonated with audiences navigating similar struggles of youth and excess.

Waco (2016–2019)

Following the success of their previous album Hungry Ghost, Violent Soho began recording their fourth studio album, Waco, in 2015 at The Shed Studios in , , with production, recording, and mixing handled by Bryce Moorhead. The sessions emphasized the band's evolving sound, incorporating tracks such as "" and "," which featured prominent, riff-driven structures. This marked a continuation of their collaborative approach with Moorhead, who had also worked on Hungry Ghost. Waco was released on 18 March 2016 through I Oh You Records, debuting at number one on the Albums Chart and becoming the band's first album to achieve this milestone. The record's lead singles, including "Like Soda" and "Viceroy," helped build anticipation, contributing to its immediate commercial impact in . In support of Waco, the band undertook extensive headlining tours across in May and October–November 2016, including sold-out shows at venues like the in , often supported by acts such as DZ Deathrays and . They also returned to for their first headline run in six years starting in August 2016, performing in cities like and New York. International dates extended to in 2017, with appearances at festivals and clubs in the UK and beyond. Critics praised Waco for its heavier guitar riffs and more mature songwriting, noting how tracks like "So Sentimental" balanced raw energy with emotional depth, further establishing the band's prominence in the genre. Reviews highlighted the album's anthemic quality and production polish, with outlets describing it as a "loud and proud collection of riff-heavy rockers" that refined their grunge-influenced style.

Everything Is A-OK, final activities, and indefinite hiatus (2019–2022)

Violent Soho released their fifth studio , Everything Is A-OK, on April 3, 2020, through I Oh You and Pure Noise Records. The record debuted at number one on the Albums Chart, marking the band's second consecutive chart-topping release. Preceded by singles including "A-OK" in late 2019, the featured tracks like "Sleep Year" and "Vacation Forever," blending the band's signature grunge-infused with introspective lyrics. However, the global significantly disrupted promotional plans, postponing tours and live performances that were intended to support the release. Following a period of limited activity amid ongoing restrictions, Violent Soho returned in 2022 with their final single, "," released on July 12. The track, a raw grunge-style song evoking their earlier work, accompanied the band's announcement of an indefinite hiatus after 18 years together. In a statement, the group explained the decision stemmed from members being in different personal places, requiring space to focus on family and community contributions, while assuring fans it was not a permanent end. To mark the occasion, Violent Soho embarked on a brief "Until Next Time" farewell run, including a performance at on July 23 and culminating in a headline homecoming show at Brisbane's Fortitude on September 10, supported by DZ Deathrays and Loser. The event served as an emotional send-off, featuring a setlist spanning their career highlights. Since the conclusion of these activities in late 2022, the band has remained inactive, with no new releases or tours as of 2025.

Musical style and influences

Musical style

Violent Soho's music is primarily rooted in , infused with elements that evoke the raw energy of early , featuring heavily distorted guitars, sludgy riffs, and explosive anthemic choruses designed for communal sing-alongs. This sound is marked by intense, gritty instrumentation that blends punk's abrasiveness with 's emotional depth, creating tracks that feel both visceral and cathartic. While influences appear in the chaotic, feedback-laden textures of their earlier recordings, and subtle shoegaze-like layers emerge in later works through hazy guitar walls, the core remains a straightforward, riff-driven framework. Lyrically, the band explores themes of suburban boredom and disillusionment, often drawing from the monotony of small-town life in their native , alongside strained relationships, personal isolation, and a yearning for as a means of coping with everyday frustrations. These narratives are conveyed through raw, emotive vocals from frontman Luke Boerdam, which shift from anguished shouts to introspective croons, capturing a sense of youthful and without overt . Over their discography, Violent Soho's production evolved significantly, starting with a lo-fi, garage-like rawness in early releases that emphasized unpolished urgency and DIY , before transitioning to a cleaner, more layered alt-rock polish in albums like Hungry Ghost and Everything Is A-OK, incorporating multi-tracked guitars and refined mixes while retaining their foundational grit. This progression reflects broader influences from U.S. rock scenes, allowing the band to balance accessibility with their inherent intensity, though they occasionally stripped back elements for a more conversational intimacy in their final works, a style that continued in post-reunion releases like the 2023 single "Domestic La La".

Influences

Violent Soho's music draws heavily from 1990s grunge, with frontman Luke Boerdam and drummer Michael Richards citing Nirvana as one of their primary influences, particularly the raw production style of Steve Albini's work on In Utero. This grunge foundation is evident in their early sound, which also incorporates elements from Smashing Pumpkins, as part of a broader appreciation for the era's alternative rock acts. Noise rock pioneers like Sonic Youth further shaped their noisy, distorted guitar textures, with Richards noting the band's progression from Mudhoney through to Sonic Youth in their sonic palette. Australian acts have played a pivotal role in their development, including fellow Queensland band Magic Dirt, whom Richards described as having a "huge influence" on Violent Soho both musically and personally. The band has shown appreciation for homegrown alternative rock traditions, including and . Early inspirations also included noisier Australian outfits like The Nation Blue, alongside international acts such as Tad and , reflecting the band's initial foray into aggressive, hardcore-adjacent sounds during their formation in 2004. The band's sound evolved from these hardcore roots toward , influenced by exposure to the indie scene through tours with acts like Dinosaur Jr., which introduced new ranges of inspiration. Formed in the suburb of , Violent Soho's themes often reflect the mundane and restless aspects of suburban life, shaped by the local music movement and the broader 2000s Australian indie revival. Richards emphasized their role in Brisbane's rock history, underscoring how the city's supportive yet insular environment fostered their growth. Punk energy permeates their ethos, particularly in their band name, derived from a compromise between Rancid's "Ruby " and an idea for "The Violent," infusing their work with a rebellious, street-level vibe. This punk foundation, rooted in Rancid's raw attitude, contributed to the high-energy performances that defined their early years.

Members and personal lives

Current members

As of Violent Soho's indefinite hiatus announced in July 2022—and remaining on hiatus as of 2025—the band's core and active members consisted of the founding trio who had driven the group's creative and performing output since its inception in 2004. Luke Boerdam serves as the and rhythm guitarist, having co-founded the band while attending school in the suburb of ; he has been the primary songwriter throughout the group's career, penning lyrics and melodies that define their grunge-infused sound. Luke Henery, another original member from , plays and provides backing vocals, contributing to the band's tight rhythmic foundation and harmonic layers on recordings and live performances. James Tidswell completes the trio on and backing vocals, also originating from the Mansfield area; he has been integral to the band's songwriting process, adding guitar riffs and vocal harmonies that enhance their dynamic arrangements. Following the departure of longtime drummer Michael Richards sometime after the release of Everything Is A-OK in 2020, Violent Soho operated primarily as this trio for remaining studio and touring commitments, enlisting session drummers—such as "Mikey" for their final September 2022 headline show at Fortitude Music Hall in Brisbane—to handle percussion duties during live sets.

Former members

Michael Richards served as Violent Soho's drummer and backing vocalist from the band's formation in 2004 until sometime after 2020. He was a founding member alongside Luke Boerdam, Luke Henery, and James Tidswell, and played a pivotal role in the group's early recordings, including their debut EP Pigs & T.V. (2006) and subsequent albums up to Everything Is A-OK (2020). Richards' contributions helped shape the band's signature grunge-influenced sound during their formative years. Richards departed the band prior to the final shows. His exit marked the only lineup change in Violent Soho's history, transitioning the group to a trio configuration of Boerdam, Henery, and Tidswell for their remaining activities. This shift influenced the band's dynamics as they prepared for their indefinite hiatus, with Richards not participating in live performances. For their final shows, including performances at and Fortitude Music Hall, the band enlisted session drummers such as Michael Hardy to handle percussion duties. This arrangement allowed Violent Soho to complete their farewell tour without a permanent replacement, emphasizing the personal priorities that led to the hiatus.

Personal lives

The members of Violent Soho developed a strong bond rooted in their shared upbringing in the suburb of , , where they attended the same schools and church. Luke Boerdam, Luke Henery, and were close friends throughout , while James Tidswell connected with the group later through his sister, who was once engaged to Boerdam. This early camaraderie, marked by suburban routines like walking past local landmarks such as the Mansfield Tavern, has underpinned the band's enduring personal connections despite professional challenges. Several members have prioritized family life in recent years, with Tidswell, Henery, and Richards all becoming fathers. Tidswell welcomed a daughter amid personal hardships, including his father's illness and death in 2015, and later had a son; Henery has two children, while Richards has one. Fatherhood has brought greater balance to their lives, influencing decisions to scale back touring and activities for family time, such as Tidswell handling childcare during travels. Boerdam, married since around 2015, has similarly embraced domestic stability in . These shifts toward personal fulfillment contributed to the band's indefinite hiatus announced in 2022, as members navigated different life stages. Despite the hiatus, the band released a 10th anniversary edition of in 2023. Financial difficulties have long shaped their experiences, from early in —Tidswell's family so strapped that his father painted holes in his shoes—to grueling U.S. tours in 2009–2010 where Henery survived on cheap burgers and returned broke, facing collectors. Even after domestic , members held day jobs; Boerdam worked part-time at the National Reconstruction Authority, and Henery juggled roles like lawn mowing. These ongoing economic pressures, cited in reflections on career , factored into earlier breaks like 2017's reduced schedule and the 2022 hiatus, prompting pursuits of side work and non-musical interests such as Boerdam's reading and documentaries on history. The core friendships among the remaining trio of Boerdam, Tidswell, and others have persisted through the pause, rooted in their Mansfield origins.

Discography

Studio albums

Violent Soho's studio discography spans five albums, beginning with their raw, grunge-tinged debut and evolving into more polished anthems that captured widespread acclaim in and beyond. The band's early works emphasized themes of alienation and youthful , while later releases incorporated broader emotional depth, blending heavy riffs with melodic hooks to reflect personal growth and maturity.
AlbumRelease dateLabelPeak ARIA positionCertification
We Don't Belong Here7 June 2008Emergency Music——
Violent Soho9 March 2010Ecstatic Peace!——
7 June 2013I Oh You9
Waco18 March 2016I Oh You1—
Everything Is A-OK3 April 2020Pure Noise1—
(10 Year Anniversary Edition)15 December 2023I Oh You / SideOneDummy——
The debut album We Don't Belong Here established Violent Soho's noisy, foundation, earning airplay on national broadcaster and setting the stage for their outsider ethos. Their self-titled follow-up, released via Sonic Youth's on Ecstatic Peace!, refined this sound with re-recorded tracks from their early material, gaining international notice despite limited domestic charting. Hungry Ghost represented a commercial turning point, delivering explosive riffs and high-energy tracks that resonated with audiences, leading to its top-10 debut and eventual status for over 35,000 units sold. The release Waco achieved the band's first number-one position, blending aggressive guitars with accessible melodies and solidifying their status as Australian rock staples. Closing their active , Everything Is A-OK also topped the charts, exploring introspective themes of adulthood and nostalgia amid the . The 2023 Hungry Ghost (10 Year Anniversary Edition) includes the original tracks plus bonus material such as "Domestic La La" and a demo version. Across these albums, Violent Soho's music progressed from the raw, punk-infused aggression of their initial releases to a more refined rock style, marked by improved production and emotional nuance.

Extended plays and singles

Violent Soho's extended plays and singles span their career, beginning with raw, garage-influenced releases in the mid-2000s and evolving into polished tracks that achieved commercial success in . Their debut EP marked an early milestone, while later singles often served as lead promotions for albums but included standalone and split releases that highlighted the band's experimental side.

Extended Plays

TitleRelease DateLabelFormatNotes
Pigs & T.V.2006Victim RecordsCD, Limited EditionDebut EP featuring tracks like "Generation," "Hollywood," and "Bombs Over Broadway"; received positive reviews for its grunge-tinged sound.
Violent Soho / Spraynard2015Vinyl, DigitalSplit EP with U.S. band Spraynard; includes "Home Haircut" by Violent Soho.

Singles

Violent Soho issued numerous singles, many as album promotions, but several were non-album or split releases. Key examples include early 7" vinyls on indie labels and digital releases in the 2010s, with "Covered in Chrome" standing out for its certifications.
TitleRelease DateLabelFormatNotes
Bombs Over Broadway2009Ecstatic Peace!7"Non-album single; also appeared on Pigs & T.V. EP.
Jesus Stole My Girlfriend2009Ecstatic Peace!Digital/7"Lead single from self-titled album; gained airplay on Australian radio.
Tinderbox / Neighbour Neighbour2012I Oh YouDigitalDouble A-side single previewing Hungry Ghost; both tracks later on the album.
Covered in Chrome2013I Oh YouCD-R, Promo/DigitalSecond single from Hungry Ghost; certified 2x Platinum in Australia by ARIA for over 140,000 units sold.
Blanket2016SideOneDummy / I Oh YouDigitalThird single from WACO; accompanied by an official music video.
Domestic La La / Home Haircut2016I Oh You / Domestic! La La Records7", LimitedSplit single reprising "Home Haircut" from 2015 split; limited edition vinyl.
Kamikaze2022Pure Noise RecordsDigital / 7" VinylStandalone single released during indefinite hiatus announcement; backed with "Better Homes & Gardens" on vinyl edition.
Domestic La La17 November 2023I Oh YouDigitalPreviously unreleased track from Hungry Ghost sessions; included on 10 Year Anniversary Edition.

Awards and nominations

AIR Awards

Violent Soho has received recognition at the AIR Independent Music Awards, celebrating achievements in Australia's sector. The band secured multiple wins in the mid-2010s for their albums and Waco, highlighting their prominence in the and punk categories. In 2014, Violent Soho won Best Independent Album for (I Oh You). They also won Best Independent /Heavy/Punk Album for the same release. The band was nominated in four categories that year, including Best Independent Artist, Best Independent Single or EP for "Covered in Chrome," and the two winning categories above.
YearCategoryWorkResultSource
2014Best Independent AlbumHungry GhostWon
2014Best Independent Hard Rock/Heavy/Punk AlbumHungry GhostWon
2017Best Independent Hard Rock/Heavy/Punk AlbumWacoWon
In 2017, Violent Soho won Best Independent Hard Rock/Heavy/Punk Album for Waco (I Oh You), marking their second victory in the category. They were nominated alongside acts such as for Aesthesis and Hellions for Opera Oblivia. The band received a further in 2020 for Best Independent Album with Everything Is A-OK (I Oh You), though they did not win.

APRA Awards

Violent Soho earned a nomination at the 2014 APRA Music Awards in the peer-voted Song of the Year category for their track "Covered in Chrome," from the album Hungry Ghost. Written by band members Luke Boerdam, Luke Henery, Michael Richards, and James Tidswell, the song was selected among the top 20 contenders from over 4,000 eligible works, recognizing its songwriting impact in Australian music. The nomination highlighted "Covered in Chrome" as a standout rock composition, praised for its raw energy and lyrical depth, but it did not advance to win the award, which went to Vance Joy's "Riptide." No further APRA wins or nominations for the band in songwriting categories have been recorded.

ARIA Music Awards

Violent Soho received their first ARIA Music Awards nominations in 2014 for their album , earning nods in Best Group, Best Rock Album, Best Independent Release, and Best Video. The band did not win any awards that year but gained recognition for their rising profile in the Australian rock scene. In 2016, Violent Soho achieved significant success at the Awards with their album Waco, which debuted at number one on the ARIA Albums Chart. They won Best Group and , while also receiving nominations for Best Independent Release, Best Australian Live Act, and Best Video. These wins highlighted the band's breakthrough in mainstream Australian music, following a string of independent releases. The band continued their momentum into 2020 with Everything Is A-OK, another number-one album on the . They secured four nominations, including Album of the Year, Best Group, Best Rock Album, and Best Independent Release, though they did not win any awards. This recognition underscored Violent Soho's enduring impact on Australian rock, particularly through their independent label output.
YearAlbumCategoryResult
2016WacoBest GroupWon
2016WacoBest Rock AlbumWon
2020Everything Is A-OKAlbum of the YearNominated
2020Everything Is A-OKBest GroupNominated
2020Everything Is A-OKBest Rock AlbumNominated
2020Everything Is A-OKBest Independent ReleaseNominated

J Award

Violent Soho received recognition from triple j's J Awards, which celebrate innovative and standout Australian music releases, including albums and music videos. In 2016, the band was nominated for Australian Album of the Year for their fourth studio album Waco, released in March that year, which showcased their raw, grunge-infused and earned praise for its energetic production. The nomination highlighted Waco's impact within the scene, though the award ultimately went to D.D. Dumbo's Utopia Defeated. The band also earned a nomination in 2020 for Australian Music Video of the Year for "Pick It Up Again," the lead single from their fifth album Everything Is A-OK. Directed by Dan Graetz, the video's inventive visuals complemented the track's driving riffs and introspective lyrics, underscoring Violent Soho's continued influence in visual storytelling for .

National Live Music Awards

Violent Soho has been recognized at the National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) for their energetic live performances, particularly in and categories, reflecting their reputation for high-impact touring and appearances following the release of their 2016 album Waco. In the inaugural 2016 NLMAs, the band won Hard Rock or Metal Live Act of the Year, highlighting their powerful stage presence in the genre. They also secured the Live Act of the Year award in the state categories. The following year, in 2017, Violent Soho was nominated for the Live Act of the Year award and won the Live Act of the Year award, acknowledging their excellence in live music delivery during a period of extensive national and international touring. In 2020, amid challenges from the , Violent Soho received three nominations: Best or Heavy Live Act, Best Live Guitarist for James Tidswell, and Best Live Act in . The band did not secure wins that year. No additional wins for festival or tour excellence were recorded post-2016.
YearCategoryResultNotes
2016 or Metal Live Act of the YearWonNational category; recognized post-Waco tour momentum.
2017Live Act of the YearNominatedBroad national live excellence.
2017 Live Act of the YearWonState category.
2020Best or Heavy Live ActNominated-
2020Best Live Guitarist (James Tidswell)NominatedIndividual recognition for guitar work.
2020Best Live Act in NominatedState category.

Queensland Music Awards

Violent Soho, hailing from , has garnered significant recognition at the Queensland Music Awards, reflecting their strong ties to the local music community. The band has secured multiple wins across key categories, underscoring their impact on the state's scene.
YearCategoryWorkOutcome
2015Album of the YearHungry GhostWin
2016Song of the Year"Like Soda"Win
2016"Like Soda"Win
2017Album of the YearWacoWin
These achievements contributed to the band's four total Queensland Music Awards, including two Album of the Year honors and a Song of the Year accolade.

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