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Management:
England St Management, London. eugene@bigcheesemagazine.com
The Band:
electric_river@yahoo.co.uk
Big Cheese Magazine Issue 138 Oct 2011
"How're you gonna fix it when the systems broken?" demands the party starting yet politically aware Electric River on darkly prophetic anthem 'Monster's Ball'. Penned just a year prior to the devastating riots that recently rocked the UK, this agnsty ode to broken Britain features an infectious fusion of ska and sing-along choruses led by aggressive rap sections that speak volumes for today's dark economic times. Guitarist Will Whisson elaborates, "Monsters Ball was written just before we felt the full force of the global recession, and in short is about social injustice and how our society only really caters for the rich whilst abandoning the majority; the less well off." Taken from Electric River's explosive new full-length album, this striking track witnesses the perfection of a catchy and complex sound that first began making waves in the English underground scene back in 2003. Sharing strong political views and a burning passion for punk, Will and fellow axe man Chris Aldis' paths first converged at a local festival in Kent. Proving a highly successful partnership, the pair continue to produce some of the catchiest anthems ever to grace the UK punk scene. From sell-out shows across their native Kent to a memorable set along side notorious Pogues rogue Shane McGowan, the band have carved out a prestigious live reputation and unique place in today's diverse alternative world. Now on the brink of increasingly exciting times, October 30th sees Electric River support Sonic Boom Six at Big Cheese Magazine's momentous fifteen-year anniversary show. Supplying feel-good grooves by the bucket load, riffmaster Will promises a hugely entertaining show. The guitarist enthuses,"If we don't come off that stage covered in sweat with the place feeling uplifted, we won't have done our job so what ever happens, we'll make sure we get the place pumping for the brilliant Sonic Boom Six."
Vive Le Rock Magazine - Electric River - Monster's Ball 2011
With comparisons drawn between Electric River and The Clash, they're certainly one of the most exciting bands around.'Monster's Ball' is a brass and harmonica-fuelled, soul-infused punk 'n' roll anthem. Their EP is essential listening so get on it. In their own words, "freak out!"
Radio No Go Demo Review
One listen to Electric River and you'd think they were the latest offering from No Idea, Jade Tree, Epitaph, Or Household Name. You'd be wrong though... This Kent Based Quartet dish up three punk infused gems in the spirit of Rancid and The Clash on their demo, and there pretty dam good too. We reckon it wont take long for this lot to get a deal if they get this demo into the hands of the right people at the right label. We shall wait and see. DT......
Rocksound Magazine
Radio No Go Album Review Out Now! .. Electric River boast youthful energy and a healthy list of influences, but do they borrow abit too heavily from certain seminal British acts? Only at times to be fair, The ghost of Joe Strummer wafts out of your speakers. With all round catchy as hell numbers,fused with heavy handed melodies and British social commentary aplenty, its got bags of passion and heaps of power. EK......
Rockmidgets.com Review
UK quartet Electric River arent just the latest in a long line of bands claiming to be influenced by punk luminaries The Clash. They've got the gravely, throaty vocals, the urgent, incessant guitars and the pounding drums down to a tee on latest album Radio No Go!,whilst all the way keeping a strong sense of melody and an appreciation for a solid hook alive. It's an album full of ideas, dabbling in horn sections and almost pop-like harmonies inbetween snotty punk cuts and massive singalongs. It delivers clear nods to idols but remains satisfyingly diverse enough to keep songs like Rolling Past Your Guard and 3 Minute Warning sounding absolutely brilliant. There's an appreciation for the music they listened to growing up, but never does it come across as copycat pandering or tired pastiche, instead the raucous gang vocals on show here simply grab you by throat and pull you along on a ride through some truly excellent - and distinctly British - ska-punk cuts. It's slick, sharp and completely spot-on in every department, a thoroughly enjoyable album offering more than it's fair share of entertainment. The Clash, would indeed, be very proud... Rating: 4/5 by Alex Nunn ......
Big Cheese .. Radio No Go Demo Review!
Hailing from Kent this spirited quartet do The Clash and Rancid proud with their mix of gritty yet melodic punk rock and dose’s of reggae for good measure too. Their are plenty of bands doing this style at the moment but Electric River have the passion to go the distance and any hell cat loving punk needs to check these guys out now!