- Band Members: Russell Marsden, Matt Hayward, Emma Richardson
- Genre: Rock & Alternative
- Influenced by: Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, The Rolling Stones, John Lee Hooker, Royal Trux, Led Zeppelin, The Cramps
- Similar Artists: The Raconteurs, The White Stripes, The Von Bondies, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Black Keys, The Kills, The Raveonettes, The Hard Lessons, Duke Spirit
The gritty English trio Band of Skulls craft bluesy and ballsy slabs of atmospheric indie rock that echo the work of contemporaries like the Kills, Duke Spirit, and the Black Keys. Formed by Russell Marsden (guitar and vocals), Emma Richardson (bass and vocals), and Matt Hayward (drums) while attending college in the city of Southampton, the band (which was originally called Fleeing New York) recorded a buzz-worthy demo in 2008, which resulted in its full-length debut album, Baby Darling Doll Face Honey, in 2009 and an accompanying international tour. ~ James Christopher Monger, All Music Guide
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