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Eamon, Dave and Ricky, otherwise known as The Ruskins, have gone from strength to strength since appearing on the scene in 2007. From jamming at home on Isleworth's Worton Estate in West London to whipping the crowd into a stage-invasion frenzy at London's legendary Islington Academy.

These lads are making waves and drawing kudos from the likes of BBC's Huw Stephens, XFM's Steve Harris, NME and the The Sunday Times . Hardly surprising, really, when you hear their catchy, ska-infused take on modern rock inspired by the likes of The Streets, The Pogues and Jamie T. In a scene that's saturated with generic indie-pop bands trying to be "the next hot shit," The Ruskins are a band that dare to differ.

Their debut single 'Slow Down Jessica' was recently chosen by Steve Lamacq as his 'Demo of the Week' on BBC Radio 1 where he paid tribute to lead singer Eamon's lyrical prowess. This cheeky, charming trio are gonna go far and are definitely ones to watch for 2010.

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Steve Lamacq (Radio 1 - Aug 08):

"Anyone who can stick the words 'cycling proficiency' in their song deserves to be on my show!!"

Huw Stephens (Radio 1 - Oct 08):

"More than sweet, they sound brilliant"

Tom Robinson (BBC 6 - May 09)

"a wonderful f**king band - like Jamie T on steroids"

Steve Harris (XFM - Aug 08):

"This band is right up my street"

NME (Aug 08):

"The Ruskins are the missing link between Country Ska and Indie!"

Record Of The Day (Dec 08):

"Definitely a decent young band who are tight live, and definitely had the crowd going!"

MUSIC-NEWS (Apr 09):

"Check out these boys. Before long they’re going to be huge!"

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