The Cold Cut

In the wake of my recent post about British bands to watch in 2008 (which, for the hungover, it now is), there is no way Pete And The Pirates aren't getting a mention.

If you can get past the name (just as with Joe Lean And The Jing Jang Jong), then we're all set. New single, 'Knots' personifies what this band is all about. Its a rip-roaring example of how to make great pop music, compressed into a two minute lesson. Yes, Joe Lean, you've just been schooled.

'Little Death', their debut album is out on 18th February. And whilst I'm looking forward to it, the thing that intrigues me most is how fully formed the band is, this early in their career. No joke, some of their songs are really polished, equaling veteran bands in their quality. Angular guitars, desperate lyrics and a hint of punk create a sound that is chock full of energy. They aren't perfect (in execution), but as I already said, they know what their strengths are, and they play to them.

Pete And The Pirates- Knots

Check out Shattered Satellite for a interview with the band. They seem a nice bunch of guys... Head over here to pre-order Little Death or just buy some of the cool merchandise.