Toehider

Biography

Toehider are a progressive rock act from Melbourne, Australia. After releasing a Queen-inspired self-titled EP in 2008, singer/songwriter Michael Mills bypassed the "difficult second album syndrome" by releasing 12 EPs in 12 months. Exploring a wide array of musical styles and working with Brisbane illustrator Andrew Saltmarsh, each album came out on the 12th of each month complete with artwork and a 2-page comic. 18 months after the 12in12 project was completed, the follow up and debut full le...

Toehider are a progressive rock act from Melbourne, Australia. After releasing a Queen-inspired self-titled EP in 2008, singer/songwriter Michael Mills bypassed the "difficult second album syndrome" by releasing 12 EPs in 12 months. Exploring a wide array of musical styles and working with Brisbane illustrator Andrew Saltmarsh, each album came out on the 12th of each month complete with artwork and a 2-page comic.

18 months after the 12in12 project was completed, the follow up and debut full length "To Hide Her" was released, with lead single "The Most Popular Girl In School" really showcasing the whimsical epic pop rock that the band do so well. It even came with a karaoke version.

The live band features ex-Soilwork/Chimaira drummer Ricky Evensand on drums, Lachlan Barclay on guitar and Amy Campbell on bass.

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