Gerling shelves album after 9/11, reworks release
The Australian band Gerling withdrew its upcoming album from stores and began reworking it after the September 11 attacks. The record, titled "When Young Terrorists Chase The Sun," had been set for release a few days after the attacks. Its cover showed two faceless runners, one wearing a keffiyeh‑style scarf, and the third track was named "High Jackers Manual." The group had just completed a Japanese tour that featured the Fuji Rock festival and was preparing to leave their day jobs to focus on music.
Key facts
- Album cover features two faceless runners, one in a keffiyeh‑style scarf.
- Third track is named "High Jackers Manual."
- Band completed a Japanese tour that included Fuji Rock festival.
- Members intended to quit their day jobs to pursue music full‑time.
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First published from ABC News (Australia)