![]() ![]() We have been called metal by a shades-wearing Dunedin groupie, but we are fighting the drop-D demons. As the band themselves put it, " dumbing it down for all the bag ladies, binniess and bogans that seem to follow us (Helen). ![]() Negative Nancy play what they describe as, "simple hardcore", despite quoting influences as diverse as Stretch Arm Strong and Talking Heads. ![]() Amongst this new terrain is a group of young punk bands like Ritalin, Indifference and Negative Nancy, trying to build a new musical legacy for Dunedin.įormed in August 2001, Negative Nancy began in the tradition of most bands by playing parties, but stress they are a 'real' band now, based on the qualification that they have received hate mail from a disgruntled former covers band frontman who proclaimed the band, "The Shittiest Band in Dunedin". A Negative Nancy is generally considered someone who is excessively pessimistic not exactly thrilling company for a night out. Think about a positive that can come from the situation. When you’re feeling like the odds will never be in your favor and everything is going wrong, take a moment to pause and reflect. Here are eight ways gratitude will give you a serious edge. Here are a few things you can do to help change your outlook on life. Its not only about smiling more its about being your best self in your best life. Nowadays, Flying Nun is located in Auckland, and the Dunedin music scene is less high-profile. Negative Nancy is more likely to find herself with heart disease, cardiovascular problems and even dementia than Positive Pete. Luckily you don’t have to be a negative nancy forever. Dunedin's contribution to NZ music remains entrenched with the so-called "Dunedin Sound" of the 80s, where a whole wave of Velvet Underground-influenced quirky jangle guitar pop bands had an impact on the country and the world, under the banner of the Flying Nun label. ![]()
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