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Mars Bonfire are a young 4 piece Hard Rock & Blues band described as… " guitar rock of the very best sort: hard and dynamic ", "riff-heavy brand of grooving rock 'n' roll", "Electrifying rawk". " Mars Bonfire set the stage on fire with their musical talent, energy and raw charm…". They are known for their relentless gigging schedule and exciting, unpredictable live performances that make every night different and has earned themselves a strong reputation all over the country. Their sound is most akin to the likes of Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, Deep Purple and other 70s greats mixed with a powerful modern edge.
Mars Bonfire have just recorded an album to be release at the end of 2008, with top producer Gavin Monaghan (The Wildhearts, The Twang, The Smiths, Mercury Rev, Idlewild, Carina Round, Miss Black America, Jesus and The Mary Chain, The Clash, Nizlopi, Editors, Ryan Adams etc) after signing to Darklight Entertainments. Their debut EP was released on October 1st 2007 and since then they have had a string of stunning reviews and have been featured on numerous radio stations from local playlists to the Bruce Dickinson show on BBC 6.
Some Reviews of the band...
“Best Classic Rock Band of 2007/8/9”
"These guys are a breathe of fresh air on the rock circuit, a couple of covers and whole host of their own material in the style of Hendrix and Led Zep, they look and sound like every inch of the rock stars they are about to become"
It’s Only Rock’n’Roll Magazine
"…that is some legit shit you have there …keep writing music just how you are, and tell your guitar player I dig his riffs. That's the thing I miss most about the 70's…the riffs… I don't know where the fuck they've run off to, but wherever they were you sure as hell found them. Best of luck…"
Jimmy Page, Led Zeppelin
"If you want hair, flares and hard-core rock'n'roll they're the outfit for you..."
Andy O'Hare of www.notjustsauce.co.uk
"Mars Bonfire brings a welcome breath of fresh air to a rock genre that has become sadly stale and sluggish. A modern twist on the real classic heavy sound they will definitely appeal to the rocker from past, present and future.
The first track, See The Light, is reminiscent of the heady days when Guns and Roses had hits like 'Paradise City' and there is a subtle undertone that echoes the prog rock era. With this in mind this is powerful music with a modern beat and meaning. Passion and raw energy course through this EP, begging the listening to lose themselves in the heady beat and forget the world outside with its mundane shallowness. This is continued in the second track, You Find You, which is almost hypnotic in its heavy bass and outstanding guitar work. The drummer keeps the tempo under a strict beat that brings the whole track to life and creates a rock heartbeat. By the third track, Here Nor There, you really appreciate the skill and pure talent of all the members of this band, their young age promising much more in the future in a band that is brilliant now and will only get better with time. They will surely climb the rock mountain to the summit.
This is music for the rock connoisseur, and many people will be transported to the surreal atmosphere of a rock concert, even from the comfort of their living room. The whole EP is consistently awesome; for there is no other word fit to describe this wonderful music for the gods. The listener will want to see this band live, as this will take them to the ultimate level of rock pleasure. So don your leathers and black and experience the new phenomenon that is Mars Bonfire. Anyone who does not like this band is surely not a true follower of the heavy rock sound.
Star Rating 5/5"
www.24dash.com reviewing Mars Bonfire’s Debut EP, 2007.
"When I think of the current crop of British bluesy rock bands around I think of Rattlesnake Remedy, Sweet Seduction and Crimes of Passion. Now, I think there's another to add to the list - Mars Bonfire.
This EP from Mars Bonfire is full of blues raw sound with all the riffs of an early Aerosmith or even the mighty Zep with a pounding rythm section and the big lungs to compliment the music.
The Blues Rock scene is healthy in the UK right now and Mars Bonfire could be adding more life to it, I hope there live performances are as big,musically tight and as full of energy as this recording if so I can't wait to catch the guys live!!
See the light is a big rauchous anthem that could become a future signature number for the band in years to come.
second rack "you find you" has a Reef Glow quality about it with a softer riff but still with those big vocal sounds that just reminded me of Gary Stringer at times only complete maybe the track could have wound downa little sooner but all the same a great tune.
Track 3 "here nor there" Is another big balls out tune with a catchy riff that'll have all you air guitar maestro's pounding your leg and again Martin Martyn's vocals pay tribute to some of the biggest voices in hard rock fantastic sound full of angst and boy he means it!!
Of all the demo's and EP's I've heard in the last 12-18 months this in my opinion is one of the most complete and professional ones I've heard and with all the demo's I've heard that says alot!! After all this is very high on my play list right now I'm loving it!
Catch them live around the midlands soon they have a comprehensive list of dates on their myspace page - Nice one guys"
Andy, Uk Rox Magazine, 2007
“Mars Bonfire, a couple of years ago Blues man Kev introduced into Derby The Brew and the rest is history. Now it’s my turn, Mars Bonfire are booked into The Sitwell Tavern Derby on a Saturday night, the band arrived and were so laid back they should have fell over. The first thing I noticed was Martin Martyn (vocalist) he looked a bit like Paul Rodgers (Free) in his early days he even had the same stance. Remi Harris lead guitar will definitely be known throughout the land, it’s just a matter of time a brilliant guitarist. Karl Dixon on bass was equally splendid and Shane Dixon on drums (superb) and reminded me of the Groundhogs drummer from earlier times, these guys played with the same conviction of their earlier peers. A time machine taking them back to days of early classic rock legends, Purple and Led Zep would see them playing alongside these great legends in their own right. You’ve got a chance to see them in a few weeks again at The Sitwell Tavern on Friday November 10th this will probably be the best night of the year at The Sitwell.
Mars Bonfire released their 1st EP on October 1st 2007 and is available for download at all digital retailers and is also a taster for their forthcoming album”
Mick Moonshine, It’s Only Rock’n’Roll Magazine, October 2007
“I’ve seen maybe a couple hundred bands this year Mars Bonfire are the best”
Mick Moonshine, It’s Only Rock’n’Roll Magazine, October 2007
"A lot of noise has been made about this Herefordshire outfit, people to get excited include the legendary Jimmy Page. And after listening to this belting 3 track EP, it's easy to see why. It's like being thrust back into the 70's, with super slick guitar riffs, catchy rhythm and simple yet affective lyrics. The EP starts with 'See The Light' a fast paced wondrous jam, next on the agenda is 'You Find You' a melodic rock song with some brilliant guitar work. The album finishes with the storming 'Here Not There' which will leave you panting and wanting more.
The whole album reminds of Led Zeppelin, this could be a band that many people have been waiting for, and maybe, just maybe, it might be Mars Bonfire who fill a rock void left in so many of our hearts.
Available to download now, I suggest you get it, play it loud, and play it fast.
5/5"
Ian Black, The View Magazine, 2007
“Electrifying rawk from the firm local favourites, Martin growling out the vocals with his engrossing stage persona and Remi’s guitar playing straight from Jimi Hendrix’s wildest dreams.”
Mike Wynn from Flat Pack Heroes, reviewing Mars Bonfire live in Hereford on BBC Hereford and Worcester
“…musically you clearly know what you are doing.”
Johnny Rocker, Roadstar
“It’s the sort of CD I don’t want to review because I will put it in my reviewed pile and will rarely have time to go back. It gives me a welcome rush of blood everytime I put it on. It is guitar rock of the very best sort: hard and dynamic. In the tradition of the MC5, Led Zeppelin, and the Black Keys. I have even found myself playing air guitar - its that good."
colnoise.co.uk, reviewing Mars Bonfire’s debut EP
“Mars Bonfire set the stage on fire with their musical talent, energy and raw charm which literally oozes from them in each performance.”
Hereford Admag, in a write up on Mars Bonfire
“riff-heavy brand of grooving rock ‘n’ roll… impressively executed by such a talented band”
jukbo.cx, reviewing Mars Bonfire supporting Rose Hill Drive
“Mars Bonfire light up the audience… Powerfull.”
The Worcester Standard
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Hi from Junkyard Dogz, thanx for the ad, we have uploaded a rough demo so you can see what we are all about. The drums are programmed as we are still searching for a UK, Midlandz based drummer (we are Telford based). We are also now on facebook, so please come along and join up. The Dogz x
Hi, we finally rough demo posted at last on our Myspace page, please have a listen, comments welcomed! We also have a Junkyard Dogz group on facebook, so please join up, the more the merrier! We are still looking for a drummer-Telford/West Midz, hence the programmed drums on this demo. The Dogz x
“Friday night at BASE STUDIOS in Stourbridge we film
bands and musicians who come down to play the OPEN MIC and we
make promotional videos for FREE. Just turn up at 7pm to play the OPEN MIC. Filming begins at 7pm.
There's always a crew there. The Bar opens at 7pm too and if you want more
people in your video then bring a crowd down with you (It makes your videos
look better)” - Nick
Interview: Camera: Andy Watts
Music clip Director/editor/camera: Nick J.Townsend
hey
so we're back again with new members and completely new songs. It would be cool if you could check out our page and let us know what you think, even if you don't think anything of it. We have all the info on what's been happening in our new blog. We are playing shows again so come see one and come talk to us.
-and again sorry for commenting like this.
thanks
american art
Hey.Just to let ya know if you have any gigs coming up I'm still doing gig photography for only £30(not for too much longer though).Also doing portraiture/promo and documentary.I've added some new examples recently so have a look to see if you like it.Let me know if ya want owt doing.Cheers.Thanks for the add if I havent said so before.
Just to let you know that we have posted a review of the gig (with some photo's) from the Marrs Bar 29th May on our website. Thanks for what was a very enjoyable night.
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