High Dependency Unit (band)

High Dependency Unit
Also known asHDU
OriginDunedin, New Zealand
GenresPost-rock, psychedelic rock
Years active1994-present (hiatus)
LabelsFlying Nun, Furtherist, Shoot the Freak
MembersTristan Dingemans
Neil Phillips
Constantine Karlis
Websitewww.hdu.co.nz

High Dependency Unit are a New Zealand psychedelic rock band originating from Dunedin. Forming in 1994, the band was described by BBC DJ and presenter John Peel as "one of the 10 best bands in the world you've never heard of."[1] The band consists of Tristan Dingemans (guitar, vocals), Neil Phillips (guitar, bass) and Constantine Karlis (drums, percussion, synth, samples).

History

The band opened for bands including Mogwai and Shellac.[2]

Prominent audio engineer and longtime fan Steve Albini hosted HDU at his Chicago studio for their 2001 release Fire Works.[2]

Discography

Albums

EPs

References

  1. ^ "HDU comes out of hibernation". Otago Daily Times. 24 May 2008. Retrieved 3 October 2011.
  2. ^ a b "Marbecks » Broken Heart College - Broken Heart College". Marbecks.co.nz.


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