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Every now and then something
special comes along in music, maybe not a complete re-invention but a
new take on a classic genre; the same incredible view from a different
and higher vantage point. Stiff Kittens definitely raise the bar on Big Riffing, High Octane, Monster Melodic, Rock Music.
Think the
Nirvana for a new generation, think Pearl Jam on a good
day, with
Neil Young plugged in at N# 11 on the Amp but not allowed to
sing :o) If you like your music to grab you by the unmentionables and sling you about in a heavenly way then you are there. Not to mention the diversity they are capable of in their more reflective moments. The Stiff Kittens phenomenon started in a humble way with two friends, from Blackwood South Wales, kicking about with every band going (see band history) until they finally meshed their song writing abilities in the summer of 96. Steve Price (guitars and vocals) and Gary Law (lead guitar and lead vocals) are the founders and core of the band, working with many flavours of musicians along the way until arriving at the current line up, with a thumping new rhythm section consisting of Rob Rickenbacker Tucker (bass) and Geraint HAC Thomas (pummelling the skins).
They have followed a well worn path of highs and lows, having eventually performed as warm up act for Feeder, as part of the Ross-on-Wye International Music Festival; and whilst on an opportunistic photo shoot became the last band ever to play Wembley Stadium, followed by a triumphant show at the Borderline London, where they were spotted by a World Renowned rock and pop producer, who later joined them back stage to declare his keen interest in the band and set potential dates to record new material, more of which on Tourdates
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