Just Like Always was a Wellington, New Zealand-based punk band formed in early 2002. Originally a five-piece, the lineup featured Shaun Jones (guitar), Chris (vocals), Simon Allison (guitar), Rigaz (drums), and Ferris (bass). Known for their fast, melodic punk sound, the band recorded a three-song demo in mid-2002. In November 2002, vocalist Chris departed, with Shaun taking over both vocals and guitar duties. In May 2003, bassist Ferris traveled to Australia, and Morgan from indie band Vocoda stepped in on bass. The band recorded their EP, Fast As You Can, in July 2003 at Matrix Digital Studio, releasing it on July 24 with a performance at Bar Bodega. Just Like Always disbanded by the end of 2003. Post-split, Simon Allison formed punk band Cop Car, Shaun Jones started alt-rock band Stingfish, and Rigaz joined metal band Nort.
| Origin | Wellington |
| Genre | punk |
| Years Active | 2002-2003 |
| Associated Acts | Cop Car, Stingfish Nort |
| Past Members | Simon Allison (guitar) Chris (vocals 2002) Rigaz (drums) Shaun Jones (guitar/ vocals) Ferris (bass 2002-2003) Morgan (bass 2003) |
Releases
| Title | Date | Label | Type | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demo | 2002 | demo | CD | |
| Fast As You Can | 2003, July 24 | EP | CD |
Timeline
2002, November 1, The Cross
2002, November 2, Valve
2003
2003, February 8, The Cross
Just Like Always, DIY, The Elusive Ones
2003, February 14, Indigo
2003, February 27, Valve
oSka, Just Like Always
2003, June 28-29, Matrix Digital Studio
Recorded the “Fast As You Can” EP
2003, July 19, The Cross Bar
Six Foot Thumb, Just Like Always
2003, July 24, Bar Bodega
Just Like Always, Vocoder. Release gig for “Fast As You Can”
