About us
Fluorescent Adolescents are Australia’s premier Arctic Monkeys tribute and recreate the experience of seeing one the most iconic indie/rock bands that redefined British music of the 00s and 10s.
FA’s mission is to bring an unforgettable live experience to AM fans. Drawing from an extensive catalogue of hits ranging from the raw indie energy and kitchen-sink poetry of the early Whatever People Say I Am… and Favourite Worst Nightmare eras, to the masterful lyricism and layered sounds of AM, Fluorescent Adolescents will make you feel like you are seeing Arctic Monkeys at their peak.
Our sets can be a mixed set of AM’s greatest hits or full album “eras” shows pulling out the deep-cuts and B-sides that AM superfans are yearning to hear (and we yearn to play) live once again.
“Fluorescent Adolescents recreate both the sound and look of the [Arctic Monkeys]”
—The Advertiser, 2023
Zak Taylor
Hailing from Leeds (UK), our frontman Zak brings an unmatched authenticity to the sound of the band. Full of natural charisma, energy and phenomenal guitar playing too boot, he embodies Alex Turner.
a.k.a Alex Turner (Guitar/Vocals)
Chris Kelly
Chris is a bassist with more than 20 years’ experience in originals, covers and tribute bands.
a.k.a Nick O'Malley (Bass)
Oscar Svendsen
With a background in progressive rock, Oscar’s natural sense of timing and rhythm and fluidity bring the frenetic swagger and groove of Matt Helders’ drum style.
a.k.a Matt Helders (Drums/Vocals)
Dr Robert May
a.k.a Miles Kane, a.k.a John Ashton, a.k.a Josh Homme, a.k.a Dizzy Rascal…
Rob is an accomplished and versatile multi-instrumentalist with a broad experience from jazz ensembles, pit-bands, orchestras, rap-rock tributes. Primarily providing Jamie Cook’s lead guitar riffs that create Arctic Monkeys’ signature sound, Rob also steps in for keys and guest vocals.
a.k.a Jamie Cook (Guitar)