The top five local bands that you can't make an excuse not to see! ~ The Advice

#5

Blaise Paisel

This exciting five piece alternative indie band originally came from Folkstone, Kent.

With lead vocalist Alie Richardson fronting the group, their delivery of their music is similar to nothing heard before. Think Florence Welch and Chris Martin's love child, unimaginable, right?

Since forming during the summer of 2010 the band has gone from strength, to strength whilst gaining a strong following. Blaise Paisel have played at many venues and festivals which makes them one to look out for in the future.

You can find their webpage here

#4

Jamie and the Potraits

Jamie and the Portraits are a three piece indie pop band, although they reside in Sittingbourne, you can usually catch them playing in and around Canterbury's most popular venues.

You can distinctly hear influences from popular acts such as Paolo Nutini and even a little bit Wolfmother from the vocal side.

This year is looking to be an extremely busy year for the young group as they're touring all around the UK, trying to break the ice into mainstream success.

They're definitely worth a listen and are a great act to watch live!

Click here to be redirected to their Myspace page.

#3

House of Rogues

House of Rogues formally known as Zephyrus, are a four piece alternative rock band. Although the majority of the members are from different districts around London, they currently reside in Canterbury.

Their energetic performances have given them the reputation as a must see local act, with influences such as the Arctic Monkeys and Hendrix inspired guitar solos they are without a doubt worth a good listen.

HoR's portfolio is also something to be proud of, after winning a local Canterbury competition for Lounge on the Farm they were given a fantastic opportunity to play their music at the festival during the summer.

They have also played other major high profile venues such as the world famous 100 Club in London, where bands such as Oasis and Radiohead have graced their stage.

Click here to be redirected to their Facebook page.

#2

Memro

Memro is a solo drum and bass project by 16 year old Will Rajan. Memro initially rose to relative fame two years ago after his song altitude had been played by Fabio on BBC Radio One.

Widely dubbed as a hot prospect for the future, Memro has been playing all around the UK at some of the top drum n bass and hip hop venues.

Although Memro doesn't play often in Canterbury, he is leading the race for the You Say They Play competition that Lounge on the Farm are offering to unsigned acts.

You can listen to Altitude below:

Click here for his Myspace page.

#1

The Shout
The Shout were formed from the remnants of Touriste (Le Touriste). Specialising in 'rock and soul' they have taken a completely new take on reviving a once extremely popular genre of music.

Weighing in from the Isles of Sheppey, The Shout have been searching to play gigs in Canterbury as explained by Sammie Harris: "Canterbury was the city that helped my last band kick start itself, and now we're looking to make a return."

You can listen to Touriste music here

Click here to find out more about The Shout!