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All the hard work seemed to pay off for Genshen last year when Music Mangers Forum of Australia (MMF) awarded them with the best self-managed band of the year.

Its completely mind-blowing. Youre standing next to some really prominent managers for people like John Farnham, The Vines and Jet and its like F*#!k what are we doing here? This is amazing! I had to make a speech; I try to plan them but I completely bum out. Its been a great experience.

The hotly debated topic at the moment for Genshen is the recent departure of bassist Steven, who was beginning to feel that it had become too much of a job for him. He was into the clichd rock n roll lifestyle, and wanted it to be more about fun. Genshen has developed their style tremendously over the years, creating an enlightening, quirky little niche that fits them so perfectly.

Steven was an integral part of the band. With him to leave, it really will change the direction of the band. Now that we have established a style, we want to follow that through.

Its obvious now that the band has gotten to the point where they know the industry incredibly well, but first, they need to sign to a recording contract because then everything just falls into place. What are they after in a contract?

The key things to look for are the terms, or the length, and the territories, or countries that are affected also. For an up-and-coming artist, limiting these things is extremely important. You shouldnt sell or publish too early either, because -publishing- is what will get you money in the long term.

Genshen has definitely rubbed shoulders with some of Australias more prominent bands, playing alongside the likes of The Panics, Magic Dirt, The Beautiful Girls, Pete Murray and Antiskeptic, which just shows how different their music can be!

Role models for us are those that manage to make a living, perform overseas and have a following in all their countries. They dont necessarily have to be superstars, but they have a following and a good financial gain.

Just before the clock strikes midnight on a Tuesday, I leave the exhausted Quentin in peace, but I will tell you one thing else - Genshen is soaring for fantastic things in the future. Who knows? They definitely have the potential to be those who arent necessarily superstars, but they have a following and a good financial gain.

If youre in Brisbane and want to check out Quentin and Gillians side project, Loveless, their first show is at Rics on June 24, but all Genshen shows have been put on hold until a new bassist is announced! Check out www.genshen.net.