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“Driving indie-dance rock with an Oasis sized-snarl and some finely tuned anthemic bluster.... The Exits have created an indie-disco masterpiece”
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“It wouldn’t surprise me if ‘Neon City’ becomes a bit of an anthem” Music Riot
Bands have been combing rock and electronic elements for some time. The Killers and Klaxons all made a bee line for the mainstream and ended up as not only front runners of their respective scenes but chart dominating superstars. The Exits may have a similar knack for moments of uplifting bliss and giddy choruses but they also possess a distinctly English trait. The Exits’ sound continually evolves from electronica smattered guitar based tracks, to a heavy
synthesized, dance orientated assault.
By the back end of 2007 the band had already performed at the HI FI South Festival and the Primal Scream end of tour after show party. Here they supported indie legends like Bez (Happy Mondays, Black Grape), Mani (The Stone Roses, Primal Scream) and, more recently, The Whip to name a few. Less than modest names for a modest bunch of lads, we are sure you’ll agree. Shortly after, The Exits struck a publishing deal with independent publisher Seeca Music followed by a signing to London’s Criminal Records.
The Exits debut single ‘Neon City’ and self-titled EP, shares the confidence of Kasabian or Oasis, but is peppered with electronica and exudes youthful exuberance. Their brand of dance infused indie is feel-good and fun, and showcases their influences from the likes of Primal Scream and Death In Vegas. Including Remixes from DJ Daztronik (Wireless FM), Leeds based rising star, Bobby O’Donnell and Portmsouths’ DJ Udy, the ‘Neon City’ single is a promising start for The Exits.
In 2008, not only did The Exits sign a deal with MTV to feature the bands new track on the forthcoming series of Dirty Sanchez. In addition, The Exits received front page HMV exposure in recommended releases, 7digital track of the week and newsletter feature, iTunes exclusive, plus a Bebo video featuring receiving over 100,000 views and a Q tracks play listing on Sky TV. The band have also hit the air waves and have had excellent reviews and immense radio support, including BBC London, Radio 1 Northern Ireland, Kerrang Radio (ones to watch), plus a music award for ‘Best Song 2008’ presented at an awards ceremony by Portsmouth FM in their hometown.
'Neon City' (Criminal Records / AM / Universal)
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Press Release: Bebo Exits The Music Market
Bebo has become the first of the social networking sites to make a stand for
UK independents. On independents day, the first band video addressing Bebo
fans directly was featured on the site. Securing the first personalized
video feature, The Exits recorded their special message for Bebo friends,
and supported their debut single ‘Neon City’ (Criminal Records). As part of
Bebo’s current campaign for new independent music, this new involvement from
key independent labels is likely to become important leverage for increasing
Bebo’s young music demographic. The first feature of its kind, this is a
further demonstration of Bebo’s willingness to score over MySpace. “This is
an excellent step to support independent labels such as Criminal Records.
The Exits are very keen on the idea too and had a lot of fun putting the
feature together.” |