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31 March 2008 (released)
01 April 2008
This four-piece have been on the London gig circuit for a couple of years and look ready to break onto the scene in a big way with their killer combination of electro indie tunes and urban lyrics.
The band originally from West London are made up of lead singer and guitarist Dominic Otero, guitar and synth player Gavin Bilbe, bassist Eann Bilbe and drummer Alex Sabga.
Otero is a passionate front man spitting his lyrics with equal measures of energy and disdain and the band gels to form a wall of sound with distinct overtones of Depeche Mode and The Killers.
There’s something dark and grubby about the songs that conjures up images of dark alleyways, crushed fags and spilt pints in dirty Camden pubs. The tunes have snatches of familiarity about them and are instantly accessible without being too commercial. An added edge of darkness is provided by the synth and bass riffs and the whole set-up has a grittiness which makes it stand out from the reams of indie bands trying to make their mark.
The new single out on 31 March called 'All Night’ is a combination of frenetic riff`s, edgy synth and dark lyrics. 'Wake Up’ is also a great tune with its melancholy refrain that easily stands up to repeated listening.
The only slight downside was the sound system which meant at times Otero’s vocals were not as clear as they might have been. Nonetheless, the crowd was undaunted and gave them a resoundingly positive reception. Ones to watch.
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