Music is a universal language that connects us all. Explore the playlists created by the Fred Perry community over the years.
Introduce yourself.
Mike. I’m an Artist/Illustrator.
Describe your style in 3 words?
Polo-T, cardigans and boots.
What does the Fred Perry Shirt mean to you?
Individualism. It’s about living the life we create for ourselves. I believe that we should work on being our own unique selves and becoming our greatest version.
Which subcultures have had an enduring effect on you?
Growing up, I was greatly influenced by the Punk Culture. Remembering our roots that make us the person we are today.
If you could spend an hour with anyone from history?
Kurt Cobain; even though I know an hour won’t be enough.
Which music genre defines you?
At the moment, it is Indie Folks. It makes me dream a little bit more.
A song lyric that has inspired you?
“Existence well what does it matter? I exist on the best terms I can. The past is now part of my future, the present is well out of hand.”
“Heart and Soul” – Joy Division
Best song to turn up loud?
Anna Molly – Incubus
Best song to end an all-nighter on?
23 – Jimmy Eat World
Wanderer – Mogli
Inspired by the film “Expedition Happiness” Someday, I wish to live a life in a van with my other half and the best buddy anyone could ever asked for, a dog. #vanlife
Alaska – Mogli
19th July 2019: And the road trip begins here; a campervan, a very comfortable blanket and lots of Tim Tams.
Regional Echo – Jen Cloher
Journey from Adelaide to Robe; take me to a place where the road never ends.
Morning Glory – Oasis
7.30am at Tantanoola Campsite; waking up with the sun shine in my face.
Tidal Waves – Old Sea Brigade
Robe Obelisk; the sun was setting, the sound of the waves crashing.
Forest Fires – Axel Flovent
Driving in the woods; beautiful forests, sleepy koalas, runaway kangaroos and saddened by a dead fox in the middle of the road.
Let’s Be Still – The Head and the Heart
Day 3: In this stillness, I can hear the sound of life being born once more.
October – George Ogilvie
The highlight of the trip; when you are able to wash your hair on the beach after 3 days of sleeping in the van. That is the best feeling ever.
Linger – The Cranberries
Journey to civilization; The Great Ocean Road.
Heroes – David Bowie
Ride the wave of life’s Great Ocean Road; in memory of Cash, the Husky.
It’s Hard To Get Around The Wind – Alex Turner
Thrift shopping; denim jacket and a secondhand bookstore. $2 for a classic, “To Kill A Mockingbird” book.
Reflection – Fatherson
Back to reality; post road trip syndrome. The heart is elsewhere.
