All Right – Christopher Cross 

“A curve ball to start things off. We’re not a band that’s linked to ‘yacht rock’ very often but we do enjoy its universally positive sound from time-to-time when we’re done being moody on stage. This song sounds like what would play during the end credits of some cheesy 90s rom-com and always goes down a treat after a particularly good show. An unreasonably happy song to give balance to our fairly dark music” 

Myxomatosis – Radiohead 

“This song has become a bit of a fixation for us recently and has been getting jammed in the rehearsal room fairly regularly. Since their fantastic Hail to the Thief Live Recordings record came out and their recent concerts. Incredible bass and drums work.”

Back to School (mini maggot) – Deftones 

“Deftones are the band we have on most in the van. This also may surprise some people as it’s not an obvious influence in our music. They’re one of those bands we all listen to and have a shared love for.”

Disorder – Joy Division 

“There had to be at least one Joy Division song in this list. We don’t have them on that often because they’re just such a massive part of our DNA already. But this song never fails to inspire in terms of energy and just raw expression.”

Death – Preoccupations 

“Another massive influence on us. This song in particular used to be on a lot. It’s 10+ minutes in length and long drawn out middle section creates such an addictive song on a record that’s sound and aesthetic has always inspired us.”

Der Mussolini – DAF 

“This song is bedrock to a lot of great memories for us and has been on our playlists since day one. The handful of times we’ve done DJ sets it always comes out and gets the party started.” 

I Was Dancing in the Lesbian Bar – Jonathan Richman

“Similar to the above, we’ve listened to this song so many times; along with another Richman classic, ‘Roadrunner’. Just a great attitude and great lyrics.”  

McFearless – Kings of Leon

“We love this band. The bass and drum work in particular you can hear in Andy and Joel’s playing. Great parts that make the core of this band. This one always gets played in the rehearsal room and sound checks.”