Pharaoh are a five piece
band from the Wolverhampton and Dudley area. Influenced by the Offspring
and Blink 182, playing tight, energetic melodic punk/rock. Two tracks
are available at the band's myspace site and thoroughly enjoyable they
are too.
'Puppet Strings' contains strong elements of early Iron Maiden and the
slightly progressive feel of the 1980s NWOBHM that Pharaoh are almost
certainly too young to have experienced. Despite this they recreate the
feel of bands like Maiden, Saxon and the Scorpions with considerable skill,
energy and an obvious love of what they are doing.
'The Summer Song' is an up-tempo, upbeat number showing traces of Blink
182 and Green Day. Equally energetic and enjoyable. It has the added bonus
of a killer melody and some nice vocal and guitar work. The band's enthusiasm
shines through and the whole thing has a solid rock groove feel that probably
kills live.
If you like tight, solid, melodic heavy rock with an old-school 'metal'
vibe, then Pharaoh are a band you should check out. Equally if you like
US style power punk-rock Pharaoh have something to offer you as well.
Check them out at: www.myspace.com/pharaohuk they rock!
4Play
are a four piece indie/rock outlet based in East Kilbride, Scotland. They
formed early in 2005. the band itself started with 3 close friends; Ross,
who played bass, Jamie, who had a unique, but good voice. Craig played
guitar. Later on, Sean joined the band as their drummer. The four met
in high school . They have been performing since Summer 2005, gigging
at least once a month. The band took part in a rock concert competition
held by their school and came in second.They are a well known, well liked
band throughout East Kilbridge. They have produced 2 demos so far. One
of these is featured on this site. Both were recorded at Carlton Studios
in Glasgow.
Members
Vocals/Guitar
Jamie Marshall (16 years old)
Lead Guitar
Craig Durning (16 years old)
Bass Guitar/BackingVocals
Ross McDonald (17 years old)
Drums/Percussion
Sean Wilson (15 years old)
Influences Far too many...
Record Label none
Type of Label None
The band has developed a forward thinking attitude to their song writing, making Fourplay rise to greater heights. They work very hard at practices to ensure their performances are the best they could possibly be.
Fourplay Track 3 - coming very soon
Fourplay Track 5 - coming very soon
Review of Fourplay by Mangoneworld Records
Fourplay's demo arrived with no track titles but
the band's second EP 'Start to Finish' was an enjoyable listen nonetheless.
Hailing from East Kilbride, Scotland the young band describes itself as
indie/rock but their style generally has more in common with 'classic'
rock bands of the late 70s and 80s. Track 1 has a cool Indie/guitar opening
before moving into a heavy rock/punk feel, which sounds very much like
the bands of the NWOBHM era and especially early Iron Maiden. The weakness
of the track is in the vocals which at times are brilliant and at other
times distinctly ordinary.
Track 2 is an enjoyable instrumental that again explores Iron Maiden territory
in its brief (one minute ten second) running time and track 4 is another
brief instrumental. Track 3 is the weakest number on the demo by far.
It's a poor sub Franz Ferdinand style number that doesn't at all suit
the band's playing style and further exposes the potential weakness of
the vocals. As its only the band's second demo, some allowance can be
made for the sound of a band finding its feet but the track really has
no place alongside what is otherwise an enjoyable demo.
Having said that, the band completely redeems itself with Track 5. Not
just the best and most enjoyable track on this demo but one of the better
songs I've heard this year. Sure, glimpses of the band's youthful enthusiasm
and relative lack of experience may come through in places, but the song
(whatever it's called) is absolutely brimming with melody, power and style.
Here the vocals, guitar and surprisingly tight rhythm section are given
the chance to shine and it works extremely well. The only question is
why save it 'till last?
Fourplay are not particularly original and perhaps have more in common
with standard/old school heavy metal than they realise. Their material
is, however, confident, assured and enjoyable to listen to and with a
little bit more quality control the band should develop into an act to
watch.
Angus Nurse
August 2006
NB - Difference of opinion here. Another reviewer
at Mangoneworld likes Track 3 best and feels that Track 5 is a bit dated.
What do you think?
Listen to Fourplay yourself and see what you think. Comments to Mangoneworld Records
NSte is Nigel Stewart a singer-songwriter from Manchester. 'Demo-ted', is a five track CD weighing in at around 14 minutes with a couple of refreshingly brief songs included.
Opener 'Sunday Blues' is easily the best track on the CD. Its a little over two minutes long and in that time packs in a bright and breezy Britpop-meets-the-Kinks sing-along, simply brimming with melody. NSte's vocals are used to good effect on this number and the song has a nice easygoing feel to it.
'Beckies Song', the second track has shades of early (Hunky Dory) Bowie with a touch of The Beautiful South thrown in for good measure. This may just be the effect of the vocals which bring a touch of the bitter Englishman into play. Thoroughly enjoyable.
'Don't Look Back' has elements of Badly Drawn Boy about it and would benefit from the subtle backing band arrangements sometimes used by the woolly-hatted one to bring some dynamics to the CD. 'Not So Sure' is also pleasant enough but doesn't really go anywhere and the final track, 'Move On!' is simply more of the same albeit lasting just over a minute.
If there's a criticism to be made of NSte its that there's little variety in what he does. While there's no doubting his ability to play and sing, there are a number of solo singer-songwriters doing the 'one-man-and-a-guitar' thing in more interesting ways and with a greater variety in style, expression and sense of urgency.
The songs on offer here all sound more or less the same and there's no real change of pace to the material. Its pleasant enough but largely forgettable. This is a shame because NSte has a good enough voice and an engaging manner that with the right material could be something special. Unfortunately the material displayed here doesn't have enough bite to it and is somewhat formulaic.
Good acoustic music is a rarity and NSte has some nice touches but there's not enough of distinction to make this really stand out in a very overcrowded market.
Angus Nurse
11 July 2006
Soberskin
were formed in Wakefield, West Yorkshire in January 2000. The band's
sound is an interesting mix of strident rock and electronica. Their
sound comes over like a cross between U2, Ultravox and early Simple
Minds.
Opener 'This is a Calling' sounds a bit like New Order fronted by Bono's
younger brother (or at least a close male relative). It's quite an original
and enjoyable sound and has a nice energetic feel.
The U2/New Order sound continues on second track 'Creation of Temptation'
with it's anthemic guitar sounds and sing-along U2-type chorus. It's
an excellent track with an enjoyable melody, hook laden vocals and some
fine (yet subtle) guitar work.
The final track on this CD 'Take Control' is an enjoyable romp through
the world of electronic rock and is reminiscent of early Simple Minds
but with the power and energy of a modern indie or garage band. It's
all thoroughly enjoyable and carried off with a passion and commitment
that makes the band somewhat more than mere electronica practitioners.
While comparisons with U2 (vocals), Ultravox or New Order may be inevitable,
the Soberskin sound is quite an original one. Its electronic but in
an indie rock way and this somehow makes the band's sound more exciting
and interesting. The rock vocals lift the music above the ambient feel
of most electronic music and even those who may not like electronica
could find something to enjoy here.
If Soberskin can maintain their sound over the course of a full length
album it would be one worth buying.
Check them out at www.soberskin.com
Review by Mangoneworld's
Angus Nurse
May 2005
Kultura de Natura - Biography:
Kultura de Natura got together in 1999 in Nowy Sacz (south of Poland).
They played their first concert in April 2000 with: Leszek Filas (voc),
Lukasz Niemczewski (g), Marek Winiarski (g), Piotr Golonka (kbds), Grzegorz
Buchcic (bg) and Krzysztof Bulzak (dr). Till vacation they played again
several times, among others: at Student Fest ("Juvenalia")
in Nowy Sacz, at punk-reggae Parkowe Igraszki also in NS, at Stacja
Woodstock Festival in Krakow, where they have earned award of audience.
After only a few concerts they are already very popular with their audiences!.
They go down particularly well in Nowy Sacz and in Krakow. KdN's individual
concerts are able to gather even 300 persons; probably it is quite good
result for a band which doesn't function in the charts, doesn't appear
on media, and has no record published.
In July 2000, one of guitarist - Lukasz Niemczewski died in tragic circumstances.
The group could not function for several months. They couldn't get over
a depression after that tragedy. Rasm Al-Mashan (voc) and Rafal Krzyszton
joined the band near the end of year. An appearing of female vocalist
of Yemeni descent introduced components of Arab folklore to KdN's music.
In same time also the then keyboarder left, Pawel Borkowski changed
him for short time. Then at the beginning of 2001 Mateusz Maslanka,
and finally in February 2004 current piano player - Mikolaj Dygon joined.
They played with new line-up a dozen of concerts: again at "Juvenalia"
in Nowy Sacz and in Tarnow, the second time Stacja Woodstock Festival
(this time they earned honorable mention), at event named "At Sources
of Cultures" and many others.
Leszek Filas left group in December 2001. In March 2002, at one of charitable
concerts Tomasz Ecik Kmak (known for singing in some other bands) appeared
in KdN as a guest. And as a "guest" musician was singing till
March 2004. Then Rasm took whole vocal over. And Ecik became a manager,
co-composer and artistic advisor.
In 2002 and 2003 KdN played other successful concerts in some Polish
towns. Curiosity was concert with a thirty-child choir.
The group played few dozen concerts and festivals in Poland, supporting
some well-known Polish bands and also English Zion Train.
In June 2004 KdN recorded a new material demo called "Wanted".
In August 2004 KdN played at Ostróda Reggae Festival. Rasm Al-Mashan
was regarded as the best vocalist of the festival and earned the reward.
In April 2005 Pawel Stec substituted for Grzegorz Buchcic.
2005 - plenty of new challenges - some festivals, many gigs, negotiations
with record labels.
KdN plays an amazing mix of reggae, raga, dub, r&b and Arab folk.
Rasm sings in English and Arabic languages.
KdN are:
Rasm Al-Mashan - vocals
Marek Winiarski - guitar
Rafal Krzyszton - guitar
Mikolaj Dygon - Rhodes piano, keyboards
Pawel Stec - bass
Krzysztof Bulzak - drums
www.Climbsyke.com
Climbsyke's self-titled CD is an interesting album combining old-school
AOR rock with a modern rock sensibility. It's loud, it's brash and its
confident and for the most part it works.
Read the Review by Mangoneworld
Opener 'Freak' is a strong driving rock song while
'Ain't My Bag' moves into indie rock territory. It's a bit like Blink
182 with vocals that are reminiscent of GNR and Bon Jovi. It's nice
and modern sounding and even though it's a bit lightweight in places
it still manages to ROCK!
'Pleasure Cruise' is a bit clichéd and the GNR/Jovi influences
are back. I also found myself cringing at the lyrics which are not the
strongest on offer here.
The acoustic track 'Tide' is the standout of this collection which is
surprising because I imagine the band are fans of GNR, Winger, Warrant,
Bon Jovi and a whole host of Big hair metal bands from the late 80s
and early/mid 90s. (If not, then they have a problem because that's
largely what the CD sounds like.) Stripped of the heavy backbeat and
ponderous guitar the vocals are tight and impressive here and the song
really does stand up by itself. Some tasty guitar playing adds to the
mood and this is a quality piece that any AOR rock station would be
proud to have on its playlist.
The rest of the CD fell into a fairly familiar pattern. 'My Life, My
Way' is proof that a good riff does not necessarily a good song make
and 'Leach on Me' came across as sounding a little bit dated and unoriginal.
'Unsaid' is quite catchy but brings us back into Big Hair Metal territory.
It's competent enough but not much more.
Overall the Climbsyke CD is enjoyable enough if you like commercial
melody rock (and who wouldn't?) The band produce an interesting and
catchy sound but its let down by one or two songs that are below the
standard that the band is clearly capable of and one or two outright
shockers. 'Better Days' and 'It Girl' both had me reaching for the 'forward'
button on a second listen and the inclusion of these greatly lessened
my enjoyment of what could, otherwise have been a very strong CD.
Climbsyke are clearly a good band but they will need to be much more
original if they want to have much success in what is a very crowded
solo. Telegraphed guitar solos and derivative vocals don't help and
a greater quality control over the material would be an idea. There
are many bands playing this type of music and if Climbsyke don't want
to be labelled as just another run-of-the-mill American-style rock band
the band may need to cast a greater critical eye over their material.
I bet they kill live 'though.
Climbsyke are Graham, Matt, Simon, James and Sam.
Influences Extreme, Van Halen, Guns 'N' Roses, Ozzy Osbourne, Creed, Faith No More, R.A.T.M. Oasis, Nirvana
Listen to Climbsyke, judge for yourself
CODA are a four piece heavy rock band based in Glasgow!! At last a Scottish Band, Yesssssssss.. The band have been together for about three years, constantly playing live for the first two years and culminating in the New Year's party at the famous live venue KING TUTS WAH WAH HUT where they are a regular feature. The band then took the rest of the year off to write more material and felt the new material needed time to craft. They now feel ready to play live again. The band are influenced heavily by seventies rock bands such as AC/DC, Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple right up to the latter day rock bands such as Foo Fighters, Rage Against the Machine and Metallica. For the next six months the band plan to take their explosive live act back to the live scene and intend to start gigging outside Scotland to expand their already growing fanbase. CODA are one of the very few bands that sound as amazing live as they do on demo.
It is strongly recommended that you check this band out and get on board! Contact Starlight initially or
phone Chris Baxter direct on 07835 212043 mentioning please where you read about them.
Review by Mangoneworld Records
"CODA are a four-piece heavy rock band hailing from
Glasgow. The name pretty much tells you what's coming. CODA was the name
of a Led Zeppelin album and the opening track 'Access Denies' kicks in
with a very Zeppelinesque riff and a sub-Kashmir style-groove.
Track 2, 'Armageddon', continues the Zeppelin vein and its clear that
CODA's influences are classic heavy rock rather than nu-metal. The simple
riffs and Rhythms combine to provide the overall heaviness and the riffing
is subtle and understated rather than the over the top histrionics of
a nu-metal band.
'Deliverance' is the weakest track on offer and highlights the fact that
a good riff does not always a good song make. While the song contains
a strong guitar riff, the vocal melody isn't quite strong enough to take
the song anywhere and it meanders along without really going anyplace
interesting.
The final track 'Heaven's Gate' is the strongest of the four tracks on
offer, combining the heavy Zeppelin sound with an almost Oasis-like acoustic
feel. It stands out from the rest of the tracks in its use of light and
shade and providing a contrast to the riff based approach of the other
songs.
What CODA offer is tight, driving rock music. It's not tremendously original
but it is carried off with conviction and ability. If there's a weakness
to the band its that the music falls into a fairly familiar and predictable
pattern and that the songs lack melody in part as a result of limited
use of backing vocals or counter melody. This has the effect of making
Chris Baxter's vocals sound weak at times and of making the songs all
sound somewhat the same.
These criticisms aside, CODA have produced a tight and interesting sounding
demo and with a greater quality control and depth, this band is definitely
one to watch in the coming years."
Right now, the retro sound seems to be the chosen genre of many up-and-coming bands. We have all heard groups like The Strokes, The Vines and Jet, to name a few. I'm not trying to dis any of these groups because I love them all, but No Connection has been doing this for over seven years.
No Connection first got together back in May 1997 . The band is composed of Graham Young (lead vocals and guitar), Simon Whenlock (bass and backing vocals) and Jon Hill (drums and backing vocals).
Together, they came up with the idea of creating a cover free classic rock power trio to combine their wide range of influences e.g. Aerosmith, U2, AC/DC, Van Halen, Queen, The Cult and Deep Purple to write strong hooky 3-4 minute songs with a social conscience. Soon they had written two albums of quality material and were gigging all over their local area.
The Reading, England based band soon discovered the power of the Internet by creating their own website and making their music available to be heard and purchased at MP3.com.
This soon reaped its own rewards when Pearson Television contacted the band requesting to use the song 'Victory Girl' in an episode of the Emmy-Nominated Sci-fi series 'First Wave.' The song appeared on the 'teaser' for the episode 'Ohio Players' (Series two).
Next to pick up on the band were LA based internet radio station ArtistLaunch.com, who continue to feature the band. In response to this, their listeners elevated them to the number 1 position in their Top 50 Favourite Artists Chart (April 7, 2000). They held the position for over a month.
These developments led to the band being invited to play in LA January 2001. No Connection has also signed a promotion deal in Hong Kong with ARMS and have received radio play on stations across the United States.
No Connection then achieved two number 1 positions on the MP3.com Classic Rock chart, with the songs 'Love For Free' and 'Ain't Foolin'' and have been the featured artist of the day.
The band have recorded two albums since their formation -- 'Justified'
(released Jan 1, 2000 on MP3.com) and 'Deal With It' (released spring
2001). Both were recorded at the Outhouse Studios, Reading, UK and co-produced
by the band and progressive rock guitarist John Mitchell (Arena, The Urbane,
John Wetton Band, and in my opinion, the hardest working man in rock).
These albums are available via the bands official website:
http://www.no-connection.com/
Their groundbreaking third album, "Love to Hate To Love" (once again produced by the amazing John Mitchell). Some of the songs off of their current disc appear on the new Playstation game , "Flatout." (If you're into that, check it out your local store-and if you are one of those people who spend all their time playing these games, get out of the house and go see No Connection at a venue near you!)
When you visit their site, check out the MP3's. May I suggest: "Long Way Down", "I Don't Listen" (a jazz-flavored gem)! And the tile track "Love To Hate To Love [would you like wine with that? Wait till you try the main course!)
No Connection is still, as one critic put it" Staggeringly unsigned." Hopefully, not for too much longer.
Want to talk to the band? They'd love to talk to you.(Don't let the pics fool you; they are not as mean as they look!)
noconnection@no-connection.com
"Surrealistic Penguin" is actually a project by Keith Foster, a multitalented individual who handles all the instruments: keys, guitars drums, etc. Most of the lyrics were written by his late wife, the charismatic Alli Lancaster.
SP's sound is a unique blend of 70s progressive rock, 80s New Wave and
21st Century "alternative" rock (whatever that means anymore).
The best thing about the "penguin" sound is that a critic wouldn't
know where to place it (and don't you just love to drive critics crazy)?
"Colour the Moon" is reminiscent of King Crimson when John Wetton(Asia,
Wishbone Ash) was a member of that group. "Carpe Diem" is an
uptempo anthem that proudly declares :"Don't wait/Seize the day/Don't
let time/Slip away" (Think Peter Gabriel meets U2.)
And my top pick for a single; "A Little Too Close" , It sounds like it should have been on the charts in 1984, but why not now? It's quirky and radio friendly
And now for the absolute pick of the crop:"Lady of the Manor".This is a hard-edged tune with an art-rock flavor. It kicks off with a screaming guitar, and is accentuated by haunting female background vocals. A treat for the ears indeed.
For more information, visit the Surrealistic Penguin site and take a listen!
http://www.surrealisticpenguin.com/music.htm
Or contact Keith at alli_and_keith@btinternet.com
Mark Staudte
Dream of Icarus
Jaded Heart
Andy Gregory (lead guitars, keyboards, vocals, drums and bass) is the
founder and mainstay of the exhilarating duo, Dream of Icarus, a very
unique (pardon the expression) dance band. Before you start groaning,
please let me clarify.
When you go into a club and listen to a group like this, you're usually talking prerecorded music, right? Well, in that respect alone, DOI may not be distinguishable from the rest of the herd except for one thing: they a guitar player with a pulse. Dream's sound is a rare blend of rock, Gothic, rap, New Age and pop. Originally, Andy teamed up with Californian Ellie Woodacre(lead vocals keyboards) and Dream of Icarus was born.
"Jaded Heart" is DOI's eighth offering and it all culminates here with a vengeance. Whether it is the explosive "Jump Together"(radio friendly alert!) or the haunting "We Don't Belong," Dream of Icarus can bring you up or down with equal ease. A prime example is the intense "Perfect Hell," introduced by Andy's chilling riffs and balanced only by the gentle vocals of Woodacre.
But every album has (or should have), its show-stopper. In this case, it would have to be the quirky pop staple, "So Lifted." Andy's guitar will draw you in and turn you inside out-and after that softens you up, you're in no way prepared for Ellie's caressing and siren-like voice.
The album closes with the New Wavish ballad "What Will You Say" (Think Depeche Mode/Joy Division/Berlin.) Wicked guitar and sweet vocals: it is almost sinful to expose a listener to that kind of treatment, but it makes for the best musical foreplay.
Currently, DOI is at a crossroads that all groups must face at one time or another: Ellie Woodacre left and has been replaced by Jennie Broome.In Andy's words: "Her (Jennie's) stunning vocals have taken the Dream's recorded material to a new level of maturity something which is also apparent at the band's live dates."
Dream of Icarus is, and continues to be, a hardworking show band; they have been at it since 2001. Not a life time in industry terms, but no one can say that they haven't paid their dues like everyone else. Somehow I'm confident that they will hit paydirt.
Mark Staudte
Gerty Steurer is an ex member of an Austrian Band.
Her CD "Better Than Nothing" has six songs and will be reviewed shortly. In the meantime listen to a track from it and see what you think?
Listen to "Better Than Nothing"
Review by Mangoneworld
"Gerty Steurer's CD offers
pleasant, breezy dance-pop. The CD opens with 'Can't breathe' which
has a jazzy pop feel, like a cross between Minnie Driver and Dido. The
vocals are somewhat unassuming but just ooze with quality. Steurer's
voice is easy on the ear and is used to good effect on the song's impressive
hook and atmospheric arrangement.
The second track 'Surrender' continues the Dido type feel but adds to
this a more mainstream pop tempo with a feel that would not be out of
place on a Kylie Minogue album. The jazz is dialled down a little bit
in favour of a lightweight pop sound that is definitely radio-friendly.
Track 3, 'Spider's Web' possibly provides the best of what Steurer has
to offer in the form of a slow building track that moves to a strong
chorus. Again her vocals are used to good effect creating a sound that
would easily fit within the playlists of most mainstream radio stations.
'Everything's Decay' is possibly the weakest track on offer here. Its
fairly ordinary dance fare which is possibly not Steurer's strong point.
'Thanx for the memory' is in a similar Dido meets Kylie Minogue vein
but boasts a fairly strong hook that merges the dance feel with a pop
style.
The demo closes with an atmospheric slice of pop in the form of 'Better
Than Nothing'.The overall feel of the sound is that of the dance/pop
crossover market so effortlessly captured by Dido. While not quite in
that league, with a little bit of luck, Steurer could grab the attention
of a sizeable portion of that market.
Steurer has developed some quality material which is thoroughly enjoyable
to listen to. Her voice is good if unremarkable and works best on the
melodic/atmospheric material while not really cutting it on the dance
material which was a little on the ordinary side. If there is a criticism
to be made its that the material at times suffers from a mild identity
crisis as if Steurer is unsure whether to pitch herself at the mainstream
pop market occupied by Kylie or the adult pop market dominated by the
likes of Dido and Annie Lennox."
Matt Lajoie - Vocals, Guitar, Trumpet
Chris Lajoie - Bass, Saxophone, Keyboard
Max Lewis - Guitar, Keyboard, Programming
Mirza Ramic - Guitar, Keybard
Max Heinz - Drums
The List Exists formed at Bowdoin College in the spring of 2003. Since its conception, the band has experimented with many different styles of music, resulting in a sound that stands out as unique in today's musical landscape. Combining post-rock, dream-pop, trip-hop, shoegazer, electronica, and experimental rock, The List Exists strives to create music that draws on different elements of the music they love, yet cannot be easily categorized. The List Exists recorded their debut album, Barcelona EP, in January 2004.
Track 1 =Film Noir Love Story
Track 2 = Leon
Track 3 = Air Song
The List Exists Review
The List Exists based out of Brunswick, ME and Boston, MA (USA) describe
themselves as indie post-rock/dream-pop.
Opener 'Film Noir Love Story' has the feel of a downbeat Crowded House
song or some of the latter works of Tim Finn. Matt Lajoie's mournful vocals
lend the track an air of melancholy whilst keeping some pop sensibility
intact.
Second track 'Leon' has a hint of Coldplay meeting Pink Floyd about it.
While this could be a good thing, the song lacks atmosphere and instead
limps along without actually going anywhere. The final track, 'Air Song'
is in the same vein but here the band keep the arrangement tight (and
the song under four minutes) and the addition of some fine backing vocals
helps to provide the atmosphere that was lacking on the previous track.
'The List Exists' provide an engaging sound but their particular brand
of 'dream pop' is a little bit too heavy on the 'dream' and too light
on the 'pop' for my tastes. The atmospheric nature of the songs is good
and the arrangements sometimes help but often hinder the band by making
the songs somewhat forgettable. Where the band does play to its strengths
and combines its dreamy sequences with a light pop touch, the results
are highly effective. More of this and the band could well reach the (massive)
Coldplay audience and carve out their own sector of the ambient/acoustic
rock market.
Velvet
Sky originate from the outskirts of Newry, County Down in Northern Ireland.
They formed in January 2004. They began writing their own material and
drawing on a wide spectrum of influences including Oasis, AC/DC, Radiohead
and Green Day. They recently recorded a rough home demo. consisting of
four songs and are set to go into the studio to record their first E.P
later this year. Presently, Velvet Sky are playing gigs around local venues
and have been well received wherever they play. With an ever increasing
set and a solid sound, they grow from strength to strength and hope tobranch
out further afield in the near future. Members are:-
