Thunderbirds are Now! were an American,
Livonia, Michigan
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-based
post-punk revival
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band, whose sound used a mix of traditional
post-punk
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,
new wave and
noise rock
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. The band was heavily influenced by 1980s
new wave and other
post-punk revival
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acts like
Les Savy Fav
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. They were signed to
French Kiss Records, with an additional two releases on
Action Driver Records and an EP on Acutest Records.
The band's name is based on the popular British television program ''
Thunderbirds'', known for its use of marionettes.
They became inactive in 2009, but reunited for a one-off show in Detroit in 2013.
In 2017, they reunited once again and released two new songs.
Other projects
During and since Thunderbirds Are Now!, Ryan Allen has been involved in numerous projects, including Friendly Foes (2008-2010), Ryan Allen & His Extra Arms (2011–present), and Destroy This Place (2013–present). Before Thunderbirds Are Now!, he was a drummer in Red Shirt Brigade.
Scott Allen plays in Livonia-based band Big Mess (2011–Present), while Matt Rickle and Julian Wettlin continue to be active in Detroit-based Javelins (2004–present).
Discography
Albums
*''
Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief'' (2003)
*''
Justamustache'' (2005)
*''Make History'' (2006)
EPs
*''
Thunderbirds Are Now!'' (2002)
*''
Another One Hypnotized By...'' (2003)
*''
Necks EP'' (2005)
*''Outsiders / Operate'' (2017)
Singles
* "Eat This City" (2005)
* "From Skulls" (2005)
* "We Win (Ha Ha)" (2006)
References
External links
French Kiss RecordsAction Driver RecordsOfficial Myspace
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Indie rock musical groups from Michigan
Frenchkiss Records artists