The concept of 'The Brave' evolved from a shared passion between songwriters Matt Griffith and Rodger van Raalte to create something refreshing and original, moulded from their own musical tastes and creative ambitions.

Matt’s musical background includes the successful indie release of his collaborative effort in 2003, ’Sum of Us’ with collective band The Henrys. Quite a different path defined Rodger van Raalte’s journey to this point, having cut his musical teeth playing in various covers bands, including LMNTRI, Starfish and Somersault, and session playing on a number of other artists’ recordings.

From their combined musical experience, Matt and Rodger sat down to pen some new songs and develop existing musical ideas. Producer Caleb James saw the richness in these unfinished creations, and third and fourth members of the band were sought to round out the sound and the vision. This is when Mikey Mann was approached about filling the shoes of drummer. Their first EP was released just prior to Christmas 2007. Following this, Callum Galloway was approached about taking up the vacant bass player position.  

Following the completion of the EP, advance releases were circulated within the social networks of the internet. These resulted in rapid recognition including songs reaching as high as 5 on the top Australian youth radio competition, Triple J Unearthed, debuting at 6 on Indie charts of www.mp3.com.au, and inclusion on a compilation album in the US.  

Members: Matt Griffith - vocals / guitars, Rodger van Raalte - lead guitars, Mikey Mann - drums, Callum Galloway - keyboard and bass