The name may not mean much right now, but with their debut EP looming in October, Brighton-based Morning Smoke look like a future hot prospect.
Still in their late teens, the quartet was formed by Max Wright and Milo McNulty, originally from Bath, who have been writing together for 3 years, and joined by bassist Chris Shaw and Isaac Ide on drums. Think My Bloody Valentine meets Joy Division meets Jesus and the Mary Chain in a wall of noise but mixed in with classic pop songs.
They’ve played only a handful of gigs, and released a few tracks online as early tasters. 'DYWD' roars in on pulsating drums and vocals echoing the grace of Ian Curtis. The song quickly unfolds with a statuesque controlled power recalling the Foals and post-punk heroes Gang Of Four. 'DYWD' straddles the history with a foot alongside PiL, Joy Division et al, but the other is firmly rooted in today. It's a short sharp clarion call to grab your attention.
EP title track 'In Euphoria' entices you in with simple, yet beatific, piano and singer Milo McNulty's haunting, near baritone voice wrapping you up with almost coital warmth.
One to keep on the radar.
Morning Smoke play the 100 Club, London on September 20. Meanwhile, you can hear both tracks below.
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