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Several years ago a globetrotting friend of mine introduced me to the fast-paced, fun-filled, musical extravaganza known as The Cat Empire. At the time, the Australian sextet composed of Harry James Angus (vocals, trumpet), Felix Reibl (vocals, timbales), Ollie McGill (keyboard), Ryan Monro (bass), Jamshid “Jumps” Khadiwhala (decks) and Will Hull Brown (drums) had yet to release a record in North America. Thanks to the wonders of the internet and overseas shipping, I was able to get my hands on their Australian self-titled LP, as well as their sophomore record, Two Shoes (not to be confused with their North American record by the same name). Upon first listen, I instantly fell in love with the mishmash of styles that flowed out of my speakers. The Cat Empire is the epitome of a un-definable band. They touch on every genre you can imagine, even ones that haven’t been made up yet. A huge inspiration behind the creation of this very magazine, (a staunch reader might notice that they are quoted on our banner), when given the opportunity to sit and chat with my favorite band from Down Under, I jumped on it faster than a cat on yarn.