The current members as of 2007 are Jay Dunne (vocals), Simon Hepburn aka 'Hep' (guitar), Damian Gardiner (bass) and Adrian Griffin (drums). Original drummer Adam was replaced by Scott Murray in 2000. Tragically, on 18 November 2001, Murray was killed in a hit-and-run accident in the Melbourne suburb of Kew. Vinnie Jukic then briefly filled in the drum role until Adrian Griffin joined. For the album Extremist Makeover, the drums were laid down by Matt Bray.
Musically, the band doesn't fit into any single category. Over time, 28 Days' punk rock style has incorporated elements of punk-pop, metal, and (especially) hip-hop after the addition of DJ Jedi Master Jay in 2000. The band's success during the early 2000's could largely be attributed to the popularity of similar rock-rap fusion bands of the time, such as Limp Bizkit. Furthermore, their one-off collaboration with Apollo Four Forty, the 2001 single "Say What?", has even seen them dabble in electronica.
After debuting with a one-sided 7" single "Ball Of Hate" and the Sand CD single, 28 Days released their self-titled album in 1998 through the independent Stubble imprint. A year later they were picked up by Festival Mushroom's newly launched development label Sputnik, releasing the Kid Indestructible EP. The EP consolidated a following around Australia as a result of Triple J's constant rotation of the tracks "Kool" and "La Tune".
With the introduction of Jay Howard (aka DJ Jedi Master Jay) on turntables and samples, the more harder-edged, rap-influenced singles of 2000, "Here We Go/Sucker" and "Rip It Up", boosted 28 Days' audience. The latter peaked at #12 on the ARIAnet Singles Chart, and the former featured in some editions of the soundtrack to Mission: Impossible II. When released later that June, their second album Upstyledown entered the ARIAnet album chart at #1, and would go gold. The year was rounded out with two further charting singles - the more reflective "Goodbye" and "Song For Jasmine", written for Simon Hepburn's young daughter.
28 Days' first home video When Dickheads Snap came out in 2001, featuring tour shots, and behind-the-scenes footage. The only other material to come out that year was the Apollo Four Forty collaboration, "Say What?", which charted in the ARIA Top 30. The rest of the year involved more touring and preparation for a new album, until the death of Scott Murray briefly halted their progress. With new drummer Vinnie Jukic, third album Stealing Chairs saw 28 Days into 2002, with its most popular single being the summery "What's The Deal?". Stealing Chairs charted in the ARIA Top 10 for a short period, but didn't capitalise on the success brought by Upstyledown.
The band received some negative publicity in February 2003 after members descended upon a gig by satirical Sydney-based band The Drugs at Melbourne's Duke of Windsor Hotel late that month. 28 Days allegedly caused an estimated $4500 in damage to The Drugs' equipment, which included beer being poured over a laptop computer and amplifier, and The Drugs' hired van having three of its tyres slashed. Fans of 28 Days at the show were also believed to have graffitied The Drugs' merchandise stand and the venue's chalkboard. The motive for the attack was in regards to an open letter The Drugs' lead singer Ian Baddley posted on his band's website, accusing Jay Dunne of being homophobic and misogynistic at 28 Days' 2003 Big Day Out appearances.
Following another quiet period, they released a new single "Like I Do" to little fanfare in 2004. It would be a taster for the band's fourth album Extremist Makeover. The album could only manage to scrape into the Top 40, whilst two further singles also charted poorly. Due to this slump in popularity, 28 Days left Festival Mushroom in November 2004, amid much controversy. It was suggested by many that they were dropped, but Damian Gardiner insisted on the band's official message board it was 28 Days' decision alone to leave the label.
Their latest EP Bring 'Em Back was released on March 6 2006 on their own Rebel Scum label (through Sony/BMG); a new DVD When Dickheads Snap 3 was then sold at later 28 Days shows.
Following the release of a best-of album, 10 Years Of Cheap Fame, 28 Days will tour for the last time in 2007. After a series of mishaps and a continued slump in popularity, DJ Jedi Master Jay left the band - a catalyst that led to their breakup. 28 Days will play the tour as the original 4 piece band they were when they began, and then officially disband.
True Story
28 Days Lyrics
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And the story stays the same
The only difference is the name
He's a nice guy and she is a bad girl
He thinks that she can do no wrong
Although secretly she longs for every penis in the world
And while he's bringing in the dough
She is so busy screwing the days away
The days away, although she doesn't deserve it
He seems to think that she's worth it
I can't help thinking of denial
I swear I see it when she smiles at guys
He gets a little crazy, I don't know how he puts up with
All of her freaky cheating shit
I could not stand my girl to play me
The only one who doesn't know
And while he's bringing in the dough
She is so busy screwing the days away
The days away, although she doesn't deserve it
He seems to think that she's worth it
Monday through to Saturday
And she fucks around on him
Monday through to Saturday
Through to Saturday
Through to Saturday
While he's working
Monday through to Saturday
Through to Saturday
Through to Saturday
And she fucks around Monday
Through to Saturday
Through to Saturday
Through to Saturday
The song "True Story" by Australian punk rock band, 28 Days, tells a story of a man who is blindly in love with a promiscuous woman. Although everyone around him knows what's going on, he is in denial and convinced that she can do no wrong. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of his partner's infidelity, going as far as to reveal that she longs for every penis in the world while he's at home bringing in the dough. The song highlights the effects of denial and the ignorance that comes with being in love.
The lyrics of "True Story" speak to a broader theme about the destructive nature of blind faith and denial. It reveals how our emotions can often cloud our judgment, and even when presented with undeniable evidence, we can fail to see the truth. The reference to "freaky cheating shit" points to the darker side of human nature, and how our lust and desire can lead to destructive behavior that destroys relationships. Ultimately, the song serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of blind faith and the importance of facing reality.
Line by Line Meaning
And the story stays the same
The situation remains constant
The only difference is the name
The names of the individuals involved change but the story is the same
He's a nice guy and she is a bad girl
He is a good person, and she is not so good
He thinks that she can do no wrong
He believes that she is faultless
Although secretly she longs for every penis in the world
She desires intimacy with other people despite her commitment to him
The only one who doesn't know
The only person who is unaware of the infidelity is him
And while he's bringing in the dough
He is working hard and making money for them
She is so busy screwing the days away
She is spending her days having sex with others
The days away, although she doesn't deserve it
Despite her actions, he continues to treat her well
He seems to think that she's worth it
He values her despite her infidelity
I can't help thinking of denial
There is a sense of refusal to acknowledge what is happening
I swear I see it when she smiles at guys
Observing her behavior makes it clear that something is amiss
He gets a little crazy, I don't know how he puts up with
The situation causes him to react in a negative way, but he continues to endure it
All of her freaky cheating shit
All of the unusual and unfaithful things she does
I could not stand my girl to play me
Personally, I would not tolerate being deceived by my significant other
Monday through to Saturday
Every day of the work week
And she fucks around on him
She is unfaithful to him
Through to Saturday
Continuing until the end of the work week
While he's working
During the time that he is at his job
And she fucks around Monday
She is unfaithful to him on the first day of the work week
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: DAMIAN GARDINER, JAMES ASHLEY DUNNE, JASON CLIFFORD HOWARD, SIMON ANTHONY HEPBURN, VINKO JUKIC
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