Sick Puppies' song You're Going Down is a pulsating adrenaline rush and fit perfectly as
the theme for World Wrestling Entertainment's Extreme Rules pay-per-view on Sunday,
June 7 from New Orleans.
The theme for WWE's night of hardcore matches was the single off Tripolar, the
Australian band's sophomore album under Virgin/EMI Music, in stores July 14.
Shimon Shim Moore (no relation to former WWE star Shannon Moore) is lead singer and
guitarist for the rock trio. With the pro wrestling company's broad demographic, he
couldn't be happier with the exposure the song is receiving.
''They asked us if we had a song that we thought would be appropriate, and it turns out
we did,'' said Moore, who founded Sick Puppies with fellow Mosman High School alum
and bassist Emma Anzai. They are joined by drummer Mark Goodwin.
Moore continued: ``I think we all feel pretty stoked man. Every band in the country wants
to get these sorts of opportunities. Lots and lots of people are hearing our single You're
Going Down. It also makes me look more hardcore than I actually am.''
The band is following in the footsteps of some of its influences, ranging from Limp
Bizkit to Red Hot Chili Peppers, who also lent their music to WWE in the past. Much
like any star trying to catch a break in the pro wrestling industry, Sick Puppies' path to
success was paved with numerous obstacles.
Since forming in 1997, the band spent the early years like an indie wrestler defining its
sound and paying its dues. Hard work and determination paid off as it gained notoriety
playing to small houses.
When Moore thinks wrestling, the first things that come to mind are Andre the Giant and
a mosh pit.
''My first big punk show in Australia, and I got tackled and had mud rubbed all over my
face and into my nostrils,'' Moore said. ``It was awesome.''
In addition to its association with WWE, the band is also credited with a song from
Capcom's Street Fighter IV called Street Fighter War. The song is growing in popularity
on the iTunes rock charts.
''I played that game all the time as a kid,'' said Moore. ``I was M. Bison because he had
that move with the slide kick, and you can't block that %$?*''
Moore has seen video games and pro wrestling cross-promoting more.
''Nothing works better with wrestling than this type of music,'' he said. ``If they'll have us,
we'll always be happy to be a part of WWE.''
The band is anxious for the release of its new album and the tour that follows.
''Fans can expect the best rock album of the year. It is heavier than [the previous album]
Dressed Up As Life but in the best possible way,'' Moore said. ``We want to show people
the new songs and party afterward.''
Hehehe.
