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Toxic Federation Photo Shoot - 7th February 2009

Photos by Rory Coleman & Mike Clulow

Derby's recently re-opened ROCK HOUSE proved a great venue for Toxic Federation to introduce lead singer Mitchel Emms who was openly welcomed by a loud and appreciating audience. We will be back there saturday 21st March for the Bloodstock auditions!

Toxic Federation's new album "Behind The Mask" is due to be released 21st December

JR has made the TOP 10 FINALISTS of Young Drummer of The Year 2009. The final is taking place at Telford, February 8th - check out www.youngdrummeroftheyear.co.uk.

Toxic Federation in the "Kick Start Magazine"

Toxic Federation in the "Pointe Magazine"

Toxic Federation in the Surface Unsigned magazine"

Toxic Federation in local Long Eaton Advertiser. Article about their support slot with "Hot Leg"

Review from Surface Unsigned Round 3 2009

"The second band of the night was Nottingham based five-piece Toxic Federation. They’re back under the Surface banner for the seventh time and this time with an impressive new set worth of material. This is a band growing from strength to strength that you definitely do not want to miss. Already completing a massive tour supporting the well known band UFO, this is a band that are no strangers to the industry. They put on a great show tonight including roof swinging and an impressive drum solo at the Asylum holding their own against some stiff competition. What a shame they didn’t make it to the judge. These guys will definitely go far."

Review by Erewash sound - The Venue, Derby, Oct 2008 (Supporting Hot Leg)

After me getting lost in Derby I finally found the venue, (Only because i heard the band playing from outside). So to the band, these are four very talented young rockers supporting Justin Hawkins (Former front man of The Darkness) on the 2nd date of his UK Tour with his new band "Hot Leg".

They write and produce all their own material and they did "rock the house". I was aware of their music playing it on my rock show Saturday's on erewashsound.co.uk but could they cut it live? Within their music you can hear their influences including Led Zeppelin, Wishbone Ash, Iron Maiden and Metallica, but they do have their own sound which i thought was good.

Not only did Toxic Federation put on a blinding 30 mins set, but picked up a whole load of new fans and the respect of Hot Leg Justin Hawkins new band who they supported, but i missed them because of the time, o well mayeb next time Justin! The tracks were really good, Behind The Mask, Patriots Gamble and the drum solo stood out. Last Words, Neon Dream and Machine Men all worthy of any established rock band with some nice rhymes. The only one bit of advice that I would give to them is to get writing some more songs because it won't be long before they are signed to a "big" record company!

Review from Surface Unsigned Round 4

"Next up were Nottingham’s Toxic Federation. A grand atmospheric noise of Classic-Rock, it’s a tight sound that is heavily influenced by the 70’s and 80’s yet the band bring in enough fresh ideas to make it very much their own. They have a sharp distinctive edge which really works for them. Interesting thought-out lyrics show a wealth of substance past their loud and exciting heavy rock sound and their long hair and vests only add to the image. They’ve got some excellent material, progressive yet never overly indulgent, it’s well-written and expertly put together to ensure maximum impact – complete with effective use of tempo changes, driving riffs and punchy beats it gives their music a real kick of energy. It’s an exciting sound that grabs and holds your attention. On top of this JR pulled off some exceptional percussion (particularly during the percussion interlude!) - It really is quite something to see such a young musician with such extraordinary talent. They deservedly got a strong response from the crowd, the Rainbow Warehouse proved the perfect venue for their stadium worthy sound."

Review from Surface Unsigned Round 3

"Last to take to the stage was Nottingham’s Toxic Federation. Arriving with an army of fans – it didn’t take long for everyone else present to see why they have amassed such a following. They’ve got a stadium worthy Classic-Rock sound that bursts with energy and originality and perform with a charisma and level of showmanship that’s rarely found on an unsigned stage. Superb layered guitars with fast winding solos and catchy riffs – they are clearly very talented individual musicians and they brought it together flawlessly. Added to that some sharp, heavy beats and a powerful vocal combination and you’ve got a substantial, well-thought out sound that proved an excellent finish to a first-class evening of unsigned Rock."

Review from Surface Unsigned Round 2

"Despite the name suggesting otherwise, this band are not the thrash metal, mask wearers you might expect. Yes they are fans of the heavier side of the rock and roll coin, and your mother probably won't be a fan, but Toxic Federation are far more friendly to the ear drum than might have been thought. Their sound errs far more towards the more American rock genre and lead singer Alex does have a touch of the Axl Rose quality to his voice further cementing this. Despite not offering the most exciting stage performance of the evening, which is surprising as the band have been together for over three years, this is more than made up for by their non-stop sound. With riffs that would make anyone do a mean air guitar impression, along with drums which only serve to build pace and whip the crowd's excitement, Toxic Federation are clearly all very skilled in what they do. As the final act, it was their job to bring the day to a close in an exciting and memorable fashion, and in this mission they did not fail. A well accomplished band who bring style, and hair, to their genre. Well done!"

Review from Surface Unsigned Round 1

"The task of bringing an excellent night of unsigned Rock to a close was left to four-piece Toxic Federation. Their sound is Classic-Rock; and all the usual hallmarks are there – superb, complex guitar solos, heavy, energetic riffs and thundering percussion – yet given a sharp contemporary twist, showing a real song-writing ability and the rare ability to drag a dated genre up-to-date. The band delivered an intense, atmospheric performance on the night, and the band quickly established themselves as an audience favorite, leaving few in any doubt as to their ability and potential."