Bringing us a fresh and innovative sound, 3-piece Surrey band Lavender Hill have released their debut album release, ‘Lavender Hill’. The tracks reflect the band’s broad musical influences gathered in a collection ranging from pop to hard(ish!) rock.  Lavender Hill began life as a few friends jamming together on acoustic guitars with a beer or two, gradually growing the line-up to include bass and drums.  Like all good rock and roll stories the band went through multiple line-up changes before crystallising into a trio composed of original members Razz Betts (Drums), Silver (Lead Guitar and Vocals): and Rob Gwynn (Bass) who joined them 3 years ago.

‘Lavender Hill’ is an energetic album brimming with Lavender Hill’s engaging musicianship. The tracks flow on powerful classic rock soundscapes filled with sweeping rhythms and punchy melodies. Oozing sharp riffs through ‘The FIre; and rock n roll bravado of ‘Picture’ the band create a dynamic and edgy sound softened by melodious tones and rich textures, while the country twang of ‘Chainsaw’ shows a more swagger element to the band’s sound.

The band surge their own brand of quirky rock into the tracks creating a sultry dark soundscape while songs such as ‘Temptation’ exude jazz elements on piano which glide through the tunes luring backdrop and rooted bass. The lyrics are as diverse as the music, addressing emotions as far apart as love and anger with a little humour thrown in. 

‘Lavender Hill’ is a strong collection of tracks which display the fun genre-blending and songwriting of Lavender Hill. 

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Author : Danu