A fixture on Sydney’s indie circuit since the mid-‘90s, Estepa’s honed his songwriting in numerous bands, from power-pop upstarts Swivel (1998-2000) to psych-poppers Hazey Jane (2004-2005). It was during a stint working in the States, rediscovering classics by Elliott Smith and Whiskeytown, that Bryan found a renewed love for his acoustic guitar and returned home to branch out on his own. Performing under the alias Adeline, he released the pocket gem “Start Again” in 2003, to positive reviews and regular airplay on Sydney and East Coast US college radio.
His debut album, “All the Bells and Whistles”, began taking shape in late 2005 and was recorded in early 2006 with acclaimed producer Michael Carpenter (Jason Walker & the Last Drinks, City Lights, Youth Group). Featuring special guests Jason Walker and Brian Crouch (Jason Walker & the Last Drinks) and Mick McGinty (ex-Hazey Jane/Cropper), the album is a stunning collection of pop gems glazed in head-nodding hooks and romantic longing, spanning a sonic spectrum that echoes Gram Parson’s lilting alt-country to You Am I’s crunching mod-rockers.
With its warm familiarity and lack of pretence, Estepa’s sound is as refreshingly unassuming as it’s composer. "I don't tend to have any preconceived notions when I write," says Bryan. "In fact, I'm such a lazy songwriter that when inspiration hits, I know well enough to milk it for all it's worth! ….I wear my influences clearly on my sleeve, but I tried to stamp my own distinct signature on each of these tunes."
Bryan Estepa has been described before as "one of Sydney's best kept musical secrets". It's high time you discovered for yourself.
Rob Moran (Aug 2006)

All the Bells and Whistles Instores Now through Popboomerang/MGM (Australia) & Rock Indiana (Spain/International)
What the Press are saying:
"As such all the tracks here are both delightfully listenable and likeable and indeed sound kind of familiar even on first play. By the second or third they will be stuck in your head for days. A very confident and assured release in which Estepa’s experience shines through to create some captivating songs" - Drum Media
"Sydneysider Bryan Estepa has clearly been revelling in his West Coast rock record collection & dreaming of cutting a record with Glyn/Ethan Johns...but the man knows how to pen a captivating pop tune, that’s for sure" - Inpress
"all stunningly well-crafted and produced...it could well be this year's guiltiest pleasure. - Americana UK
"Estepa is a significant talent, and this record is a keeper" - Fufkin.com
"Those longing for straight forward, honest to goodness pure pop are going to love this. This CD is outstanding" - Jam Records

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