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. 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.
The EP drew attention in the USA and found a release on indie label Burger Records in September 2017.
Following it release, the group were nominated for Best Emerging Artist at the Music Victoria Awards of 2017.
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."
Track listing
Charts +Chart performance of Big Attraction Chart (2018) Peakposition UK Independent Albums Chart (OCC) 33 Chart (2026) Peakposition Australian Albums (ARIA) 22 Scottish Albums (OCC) 25 UK Independent Albums Chart (OCC) 15 UK Sales Albums Chart (OCC) 33
Release history + Release history for Big Attraction Region Date Format Label Catalogue Australia March 2017 Amyl and the Sniffers Various 2017 Amyl and the Sniffers / Virgin United States September 2017 Burger Records BRGR 1044 Australia + United Kingdom February 2018 (Big Attraction & Giddy Up) 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) Virgin / UMA B2B006
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