The Temper Trap is an indie rock band which formed in 2005 in Melbourne, Australia. The band consists of Dougy Mandagi (vocals, guitar), Lorenzo Sillitto (guitar, keyboards), Jonathon Aherne (bass) and Toby Dundas (drums).
The band released their debut album “Conditions” in 2009, which contains the singles “Sweet Disposition”, “Fader” and “Love Lost”. “Sweet Disposition” became an international hit after appearing in the film “(500) Days of Summer”, reaching the Top 20 in multiple countries. It also appeared on “Greek”. The band's self-titled 2nd album is released on the 18th of May 2012.
What a shame the amazing music of the Temper Trap was compromised by the horrendous sound mixing!! The base was unbelievably loud and it let the entire gig down. The sound at the Hammersmith Apollo is usually so great but this was really shocking. We nearly left the venue!