History
Forming in 2005 under the guise of Avalon Drive—Damion Page (vocals), Wil Morris (guitar/backing vocals), Ryan Kennedy (bass), Shane Holmes (drums) and BJ Dillewaard (keyboards)—the band released their debut self-titled EP independently which spawned two singles including "This Simple Life" and fan-favorite "Outside Alone", receiving high rotation on both Channel V and Nova FM.
2006 was undoubtedly a big year for Brisbane rockers, Avalon Drive, who toured the country several times over with The Veronicas, INXS, The All-American Rejects, Yellowcard, Houston Calls and Matchbook Romance, as well as headlining three of their own tours, a performance on Rove Live and the release of the band's second EP The City of Burnt Out Lights.
In 2006, the band's rise was imminent when they released follow up EP The City of Burnt Out Lights which again spawned two singles, including radio favourite "Get Up", which the band went on to perform nationally as Rove Live's house band and guest performance on Toasted TV, both on Network Ten.
In March 2006, Avalon Drive played with Yellowcard on their Australian tour, playing to a crowd of over 3000 at the Sydney Luna Park Big Top. At this event, the band had to cut its set short after fans broke the barrier, forcing the next band Houston Calls to not perform. Avalon Drive has a wide-ranged fan base and is well known for its energetic live shows and festivals.
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