about LOT 55...
It’s been impossible to ignore Lot 55 in their home city in the past year. Armed with an arsenal of punchy, yet infectiously melodic and uplifting indie rock anthems, and backed by a formidable live reputation the Norwich-based lads have twice sold out the city’s 280-capacity Arts Centre in the space of 12 months; twice headlined in front of almost twice that number at the city’s prestigious Waterfront venue; and played support slots with current Radio One favourites One Night Only, as well as indie legends Inspiral Carpets and The Bluetones. Having built a big reputation and following on their local scene, Lot 55 set off in February in a bid to convert the rest of the country. Debut single ’My Time’, a perfect slice of dynamic three-minute guitar pop which showcases the band’s unique blend of American rock and Britpop influences, was released on All Sorted!?! Records on March 3, 2008, backed by a tour which will saw the band visit venues from Edinburgh to Reading before returning home for another headline show at The Waterfront. With the band beginning to make waves on the London scene, with successful gigs at well-known venues such as the Water Rats, and with their loyal fanbase in their home city continuing to grow, 2008 could be Lot 55's year.
LOT55 are...
daren francis - guitar, vocals
"I was always a Britpop boy and further back from that The Smiths and The Stone Roses are probably my two biggest influences. I'm also really into a lot of the guitar bands around at the moment, like Bloc Party and The Killers."
Currently listening to...The Gaslight Anthem
kevin gray - drums
"I’m into Rage’s stuff and was also a big Smashing Pumpkins fan. I like Chad Smith’s playing with the Chili Peppers too."
Currently listening to...Yellowcard
will overton - vocals, guitar
"The Stereophonics were an early influence and I also tend to like more American bands like Matchbox 20 and Jimmy Eat World, although recently I’ve been getting more into bands like Maximo Park."
Currently listening to...Jimmy Eat World
keith willers - bass, vocals
"I’m influenced by so many players and bands. Players include Noel Redding, James Jamerson, Jaco Pastorius, John Paul Jones, Kenny Gradney, Francis Rocco Prestia. In terms of groups I’m influenced by Little Feat, Led Zepp, Rage Against The Machine, Jars of Clay, Queen, Ben Folds Five and Biffy Clyro."
Currently listening to...My Luminaries