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New Single 'FEIGN MARTYR'
RELEASED ON 13/09/19
RELEASED ON 13/09/19
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The first single from the upcoming ‘Place//Circumstance’ concept.
An unfiltered, autobiographical, exposé surrounding the passage of time and acceptance of the past becoming our inevitable future. ‘Feign Martyr’ begins this narrative with driving rhythm and infectiously jarring guitar interjections, as the contagious chorus melody satirically belies the depth and turmoil of the lyrics. |
"Tweaking the blueprint for 21st-century UK power pop" Sound On Sound
"A wonderfully commercial mix of clever, lyrical pop…
It's about as perfect as pop gets."
West Briton
"A wonderfully commercial mix of clever, lyrical pop…
It's about as perfect as pop gets."
West Briton
Available on all major platforms: 13/09/19
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Grip-Like Vice are an original quartet who play high energy power pop.
For those who like their music rowdy and their tunes catchy!
The band list XTC, St. Vincent, They Might Be Giants, Everything Everything, The Wannadies, Elliot Smith and Elvis Costello (whose ‘Party Girl’ song lyrics inspired the group’s name) among their influences, but the chief inspiration is a desire for originality. “We want to avoid the safer, lowest common denominator… without sounding contrived, we’re trying to do something different.”
While renouncing the banal and obvious, Grip-Like Vice have evolved a deceptively simple formula: melodic, carefully-crafted and catchy songs delivered with drive and urgency, fusing rowdy rock energy with the lyrical intelligence and unpredictability of quality English pop.
Their EP’s have received critical praise, and the musicianship, tight performances and strong harmony vocals of this four-piece make them one of the most interesting and enjoyable live bands around. Having sold out of albums during shows in Tokyo and London, Grip-Like Vice are ready to engage a wider global audience.
For those who like their music rowdy and their tunes catchy!
The band list XTC, St. Vincent, They Might Be Giants, Everything Everything, The Wannadies, Elliot Smith and Elvis Costello (whose ‘Party Girl’ song lyrics inspired the group’s name) among their influences, but the chief inspiration is a desire for originality. “We want to avoid the safer, lowest common denominator… without sounding contrived, we’re trying to do something different.”
While renouncing the banal and obvious, Grip-Like Vice have evolved a deceptively simple formula: melodic, carefully-crafted and catchy songs delivered with drive and urgency, fusing rowdy rock energy with the lyrical intelligence and unpredictability of quality English pop.
Their EP’s have received critical praise, and the musicianship, tight performances and strong harmony vocals of this four-piece make them one of the most interesting and enjoyable live bands around. Having sold out of albums during shows in Tokyo and London, Grip-Like Vice are ready to engage a wider global audience.
reviews
"The crowning glory of the EP is one of the most enjoyable songs I've heard in years: 'With The Band', a glorious slice of high-energy English pop-rock, boasts a refreshingly non-standard chord sequence, great vocals, witty lyrics, a tremendous chorus (including a ‘B’ section worthy of The Beatles) and a perfect pop structure. It’s a hit, no two ways about it." Sound On Sound
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"High-octane, angular power pop... catchy and sardonic... accessible... new and engaging." Mudkiss
audience Comments
"Wow, an actual chorus that reminds me of why I love music to begin with...Love the middle 8 as well, very clever.
"Brilliant! Intelligent UK pop lives - are this band the new XTC?"
"Currently dancing around my kitchen in my underwear listening to this again and again. Brilliant."
“Tight, professional, exciting and dynamic.”
"Grip-Like Vice rocked… they played like they were playing at Wembley Stadium."
"We liked Grip-Like Vice, really unusual and distinctive band with interesting material."
"Tight, well rehearsed, exciting - they really rocked."
"Interesting band, great sound, hugely dynamic."
"Grip-Like Vice were great... a talented young band."
"Excellent vocal harmonies, very tight drummer."
"I can see why you booked them - they’re bloody brilliant!"
"Brilliant! Intelligent UK pop lives - are this band the new XTC?"
"Currently dancing around my kitchen in my underwear listening to this again and again. Brilliant."
“Tight, professional, exciting and dynamic.”
"Grip-Like Vice rocked… they played like they were playing at Wembley Stadium."
"We liked Grip-Like Vice, really unusual and distinctive band with interesting material."
"Tight, well rehearsed, exciting - they really rocked."
"Interesting band, great sound, hugely dynamic."
"Grip-Like Vice were great... a talented young band."
"Excellent vocal harmonies, very tight drummer."
"I can see why you booked them - they’re bloody brilliant!"
