A duo like XTC - two brothers Unique in that one Rat resides in Washington the other California. They jam via the internet creating rock long distnace. We don't know many others doing it this way, breaking new ground with technology in making music. They may have practically invented a new genre: TopRock (Topical Rock). They're not afraid to breach the social rule of never discussing politics or religion in mixed company. However, their light nonsensical lyrics with boyish vocals reaching searing heights clearly reveal their psychedelic rock roots. One cannot confine them to one sound. The song "New Day (For Mary)" smacks of early Pink Floyd. Yet "When I Was A Boy" sounds alot like something from Tom Petty. Rat one digs the late 60's to early 70's US and Brit influences and are clearly audible. The younger Rat 2 is primarily the hard rocking distorted guitar head banger type also prevelant in most of their work.
Genre: Experimental Rock (Neo Psychedelic Alternative) Hometown: Southern, California / Washington State
Artist Mission
Touring? Maybe 3-4 shows and a late night TV guest appearance per year tops. Churning out albums? We have at least 2 albums worth of material ready to go into the studio with. TV and Movie work? Sure we're happy to help.
Music Influences
XTC, The Flaming Lips, Grandaddy, John Lennon, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, The Kinks, Death Cab For Cutie, Wilco, Beck, The Who, Led Zepplin, Steve Miller Band
