Describing their music as “obnoxious ‘90s indie recorded in the ‘60s” this Brighton three-piece are the latest in the current swath of garage-rock groups to be making their way in the local scene. Unlike many of the others though, Kept By Casino seem to have a vision all of their own.
The tracks on their new EP “Fly Carpet” are rough-edged, energetic and flawed in all the right places so, while they may not be groundbreaking, they certainly pack a punch. Plus, the twisted waltz of “Breed” shows they have more in their locker than the clichéd modern indie groups. Having all been recorded onto a ¼ inch reel to reel tape machine in the band’s own studio, all the tracks have a distinctly analogue sound that lends to their authenticity.
If you listen to the likes of Jawbox, Vile Imbeciles or Hot Snakes, you’ll certainly enjoy the new EP from this promising local group.
8/10, out 1 September 2010
Words by Mike Fawcett
Celebrate the launch of “Fly Carpet” from 7pm on September 1 with a £FREE gig at Hectors House featuring:
Kept By Casino – obviously!
Clown – the new project from the Kill Kenada boys!
Roskov – their last ever show!
Steal Back Your Life – Brighton’s prog-post-hardcore legends reform for one night only!
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