Issue 149

Front Radar: Syrus and Vernz

04th December 2006

Demo Reviews:
by Pete Hayman & Pete Golding

Syrus - 'Syrus'

Luring you in with an intense romp of seductive indie licks with the deftest of psychedelic twists, Syrus are simply a wealth of talent that swaggers about demanding attention from all. You can't ignore the entrancing pounding Gemini, whilst V will work you into a downright dirty frenzy. They're coming and you can't stop them!

****

www.myspace.com/syrustheband

Vernz - '2 Nines R Eighteen EP'

Catchy, mid-tempo opener, Taking It Back, is reminiscent of Paul Weller with crunchy guitars, and smooth Hammond. Make It Tonight is more of the same, although a cover of Tubeway Army's Are Friends Electric disappoints with over indulgent guitars. Slightly better, however, is a cover of Queen's Tie Your Mother Down. Hopefully, the Swansea-based quintet can build on this for their forthcoming LP

***

www.thevernz.com

Also on the radar this month:

Speed Circus - Anarchic ska-punk band unleashing an invigorating rock 'n' roll riot.
www.myspace.com/speedcircus

Polytechnic - Dreamy indie-pop from Manc-based quintet on the brink of stardom.
www.myspace.com/wearepolytechnic

Serena Maneesh - A cataclysmic cacophony of sensational rhymes and goth-rock rhythms
www.myspace.com/serenamaneesh

Caroline Harrison - Absorbing acoustic-folk music with pure, powerful vocals set to charm
www.myspace.com/carolineharrisonmusic

The Runners - Tantalising high-octane indie outfit always leaving you wanting more
www.myspace.com/therunnersband

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