Jun 12, 2011 | Reviews, Umpire Reviews
Excerpt: “Now We’re Active is both a testament to the band’s faith in their own work and a smartly crafted collection of guitar songs which, while it won’t win any awards for groundbreaking artistic imagination or surreally inspired experimentalism, is...
May 16, 2011 | Reviews, Umpire Reviews
Excerpt: “Hidden amongst the major label shallowness this week, Green Light District is the one single that keeps drawing me back. The one thing that’s hardest to put a finger on is the length; it’s damn well the shortest four-minute song I’ve ever heard....
May 16, 2011 | Reviews, Umpire Reviews
Excerpt: “Once again we’re blessed with another amazing band brought to us by Hidden Shoal Recordings. Umpire is their newest signing and they make a fine addition to the labels already amazing, and eclectic roster. Hailing from Perth, Umpire bring their bouncy,...
Dec 14, 2010 | Reviews, Umpire Reviews
Excerpt: “an immensely promising debut from a band definitely worth keeping an eye and ear on.” 4/5, Rave Magazine
Dec 14, 2010 | Reviews, Umpire Reviews
Excerpt: “there’s not a dud moment here. every track has a vitality and honesty that’s utterly gripping…one of the best local rock releases of the year, if not THE best.” CD OF THE WEEK, Drum Media
Nov 14, 2010 | Reviews, Umpire Reviews
“A song i can’t get out of my head. A wonderful place to be.” 5/5, Richard Kingsmill – Triple J
