Having formed in 2006, the band played a handful of shows and then were signed up by the Captains of Industry label. In January the band released the download only single ‘Sour Tits’ and are now back with a 7” EP, strictly limited to 1000 copies (500 pink, 500 black). The Silicon Vultures EP is an interesting 5 track of synth-punk, an enjoyable blast of fast and fun music. Although the lead track here is apparently ‘Howling Stallion Teenfeast’, in truth the EP could have been lead by any of the first 4 tracks on display here.
When I first put this CD in, what came out was a bit of a shock to the system and it took me a while to adjust to the music the band were playing – it was far from what I expected, but believe me this is no bad thing. Silicon Vultures are fresh and exciting, launching through the 5 tracks here with great enthusiasm and diligence. As I have already stated – any of the first 4 tracks here could lead this EP and the only reason the fifth couldn’t really is due to it’s short length and quietness of recording, however for me it is ‘Heaven For The Vampire Set’ that really stood out here. Driven by an exciting drum machine back beat and eerie synth sound, the vocals leap through on this one once kicking in one minute into the track, really making this one stand out. You know that something is about to explode for the first minute of the track, however are never quite sure when exactly it’s going to happen – but when it comes the vocals bite through brilliantly and make this one to remember.
Silicon Vultures are most definitely a band to look out for on the live circuit, they have a strong sound and there is definitely something appealing about them. Although not going to be to everyone’s taste, the band are doing something a bit different to the norm here and personally I love what they have done with this EP. It is clear that the band are proud of what they are doing, and are making music because they truly believe in what they are playing and genuinely enjoy it.
Label: Captains Of Industry
Release Date: 30th April 2007
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UK based film graduate with a huge passion for music, sports and video games.