After releasing their debut single 'New York Kid' released by Rish Records and distributed by MGM, the band formerly known as Bright Red spent 2008 living in Brooklyn, New York; and playing shows across the USA and the UK.

Neige and O Koppes were seduced by the charms of Melbourne and set up camp this year, they renamed themselves The Kicks and set about jamming up a whole new set of musical delights.