Kent is probably not best known for its vibrant music scene, but it appears that there is something growing within the idyllic flowerbeds of 'The garden of England' which is about to change all that. Introducing Broken Hands, a quartet originating from Canterbury that make enough noise they could easily tear down the walls of Babylon, never mind their local cathedral.
Although they are most likely to be filed under the 'indie' umbrella, it appears that Broken Hands have quite a few strings to their musical bow, by giving their sound a shot in the arm with a dosage of blues, it results in some angrily crafted, filthy foot stomping rock 'n' roll. Add to the mix a smokers addiction to the fuzz pedal, much like 'Black Rebel Motorcycle Club' and the early work of 'The Black Keys', plus a nod to the British qualities of 'Kasabian', 'Turrentine Jones' and 'Primal Scream', then we're well on our way.
Broken Hands latest release "If You Need To Lie", is a dirty bomb of a record that features a bass line so sleazy it should be supplied with parental guidance. It's hook, line and sinker from the word go, as Dale's looping vocals are captivating and hypnotic, by leading you ever closer into the epicentre, before fiercely unleashing into the relentless verses. The drumming is so powerful but still superbly controlled, creating an archaic 'Stooges' vibe, when sparring with the unrefined guitars, ultimately oozing pure rock 'n' roll brilliance.
Easily the cannon in Broken Hands arsenal and carrying similar rock 'n' roll characteristics to "If You Need To Lie", "Sorrow" is a self-reflective, yet explosive concoction of wild noise. With the pelvic crunching guitar tones sending enough shock waves to wake a graveyard, they provide the perfect platform for Dale's jet engine voice to excel on. Just the fact that "Sorrow" draws up a resemblance to the sonics of 'Band of Skulls', it should be listed as being the dogs proverbials.
Having recently completed their own headline tour as well as support fellow blues / rock enthusiasts 'Band of Skulls' on theirs, it appears that despite their tender age and appearance, Broken Hands possess more quality, maturity and self-confidence than most emerging indie outfits, with their unique sound making it seem like they have been around for much longer.
The question on the public's lips is simple, can these four lads from Kent be the British guitar band that the world has been waiting for? well why they not - They have the tunes, the sound and the look - all of which is done with an air of confidence, rather than the usual rock 'n' roll arrogance.
www.brokenhands.co.uk
www.twitter.com/brokenhandsband
Enjoy!
BF x
Broken Hands latest release "If You Need To Lie", is a dirty bomb of a record that features a bass line so sleazy it should be supplied with parental guidance. It's hook, line and sinker from the word go, as Dale's looping vocals are captivating and hypnotic, by leading you ever closer into the epicentre, before fiercely unleashing into the relentless verses. The drumming is so powerful but still superbly controlled, creating an archaic 'Stooges' vibe, when sparring with the unrefined guitars, ultimately oozing pure rock 'n' roll brilliance.
'Broken Hands - If You Need To Lie'
Easily the cannon in Broken Hands arsenal and carrying similar rock 'n' roll characteristics to "If You Need To Lie", "Sorrow" is a self-reflective, yet explosive concoction of wild noise. With the pelvic crunching guitar tones sending enough shock waves to wake a graveyard, they provide the perfect platform for Dale's jet engine voice to excel on. Just the fact that "Sorrow" draws up a resemblance to the sonics of 'Band of Skulls', it should be listed as being the dogs proverbials.
'Broken Hands - Sorrow'
Having recently completed their own headline tour as well as support fellow blues / rock enthusiasts 'Band of Skulls' on theirs, it appears that despite their tender age and appearance, Broken Hands possess more quality, maturity and self-confidence than most emerging indie outfits, with their unique sound making it seem like they have been around for much longer.
The question on the public's lips is simple, can these four lads from Kent be the British guitar band that the world has been waiting for? well why they not - They have the tunes, the sound and the look - all of which is done with an air of confidence, rather than the usual rock 'n' roll arrogance.
www.brokenhands.co.uk
www.twitter.com/brokenhandsband
Enjoy!
BF x
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