Big Attraction
| Big Attraction | ||||
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2017 original art work | ||||
| EP by | ||||
| Released | March 2017[1][2] | |||
| Length | 12:30 | |||
| Label | Amyl and the Sniffers | |||
| Producer | Amyl and the Sniffers and Calum Newton | |||
| Amyl and the Sniffers chronology | ||||
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Big Attraction is the second extended play by Australian pub rock and punk band Amyl and the Sniffers. It was self-released in March 2017.[3][1] It has been re-release numerous times and entered the ARIA Chart at number 22 following its 10th Anniversary release with Giddy Up in May 2026.[4]
The EP drew attention in the USA and found a release on indie label Burger Records in September 2017.[5]
Following it release, the group were nominated for Best Emerging Artist at the Music Victoria Awards of 2017.[6]
Critical reception
Louder Sound described the EP as “Punky, mid-70s glam revival goodness” adding “Every track is an easy-sleazy head bopper, but opener 'I'm Not a Loser' is the clear winner here."[3]
Track listing
All lyrics are written by Declan Mehrtens, Gus Romer, Amy Taylor and Bryce Wilson.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "I'm Not a Loser" | 1:49 |
| 2. | "Blowjobs" | 1:30 |
| 3. | "Mole (Sniff Sniff)" | 0:47 |
| 4. | "Balaclava Lover Boogie" | 3:40 |
| 5. | "Westgate" | 2:14 |
| 6. | "70s Street Munchies" | 2:27 |
| Total length: | 12:30 | |
Charts
| Chart (2018) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Independent Albums Chart (OCC)[7] | 33 |
| Chart (2026) | Peak position |
| Australian Albums (ARIA)[8] (10 Year anniversary, with Giddy Up) |
22 |
| Scottish Albums (OCC) (10 Year anniversary, with Giddy Up)[7] |
25 |
| UK Independent Albums Chart (OCC) (10 Year anniversary, with Giddy Up)[7] |
15 |
| UK Sales Albums Chart (OCC) (10 Year anniversary, with Giddy Up)[7] |
33 |
Release history
| Region | Date | Format | Label | Catalogue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | March 2017[1] | Amyl and the Sniffers | ||
| Various | 2017 | Amyl and the Sniffers / Virgin | ||
| United States | September 2017[5] |
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Burger Records | BRGR 1044 |
| Australia + United Kingdom | February 2018 (Big Attraction & Giddy Up)[9] |
Homeless | HOMELESS29 | |
| United Kingdom | May 2018 (Big Attraction & Giddy Up) |
Damaged Goods | DAMGOOD494LP | |
| Australia + United Kingdom | 22 May 2026 (10th Anniversary Big Attraction & Giddy Up)[10] |
Virgin / UMA | B2B006 |
References
- ^ a b c "Big Attraction - EP". Apple Music. March 2016. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ^ "Giddy Up by Amyl and the Snifferswebsite=bandcamp". February 2016. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ^ a b "Amyl And The Sniffers - Big Attraction album review". Louder Sound. March 2017. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ^ "Maisie Peters glows at #1 & Aussies Hands Like Houses and Aleksiah debut in the top 10". ARIA. 29 May 2026. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ^ a b "Amyl and the Sniffers Have a New King Gizzard and the Lizard Produced Song". noise11. March 2018. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ^ "Previous Nominess". Music Victoria. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ^ a b c d "Amy and the Sniffers at Official Charts Company". 2026. Retrieved 29 May 2026.
- ^ "ARIA Top 50 Albums Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. 1 June 2026. Retrieved 29 May 2026.
- ^ "Big Attraction/Giddy Up". Drowned in Sound. 2018. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ^ "AMyl and the Sniffers Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary with Giddy Up and Big Attraction CD ad LP". The Rock Pit. February 2026. Retrieved 31 May 2026.