Ash In October

Ash in October were pioneers of electro music in Brisbane Australia. Forming in 1986 and continuing to play until 1990. During this time electronic music was not widely accepted in Australia and few bands existed. Finding suitable venues was difficult but they received plenty airplay from local radio 4zzz. “If you like the 1980s new wave sound, and love electronic music, here is a slice of the past, done very well. I’m impressed”. Quote from Sell Out Records blog post. Free anniversary downloads from Brisbane synth-dance pioneers Ash in October helped shape the fledgling electro music scene in Brisbane, Australia, performing and recording in the late 1980s at a time when electronic music was not widely accepted in the 'pub rock' dominated local music scene. The original 1989 vinyl double A-side single, Greater Crime / Sex Machine has recently been seen online for sale in second-hand record stores for as much as $99. Ash in October have now re-worked and re-recorded those tracks and for a limited time is offering free downloads of the new and old versions to mark the 25th anniversary of their original release. Ash in October were and are Lee Lee Ingram, Robert Draycott, Richard Fenney, Paisley Hadley