Who the fuck are… The Pearl River Band?
Have you ever seen a musical act top the charts, or break some ultra-specific record, and think: “who the fuck is that?”. We all have. Well, here’s the answer to your problems. Well, maybe not all of your problems.
Their first gig was at the Jarred Up Festival. They are possibly the best-dressed band in the country. But who the fuck are The Pearl River Band?
Photo: Jacob Flannery
What are your names?
Luke Thompson - rhythm guitar & vocals
Rob Page - bass & vibes
Ben Deegan - lead guitar & harmonica
Rowan Slater - epic keys
Benji Wilson - drums & herbal tea enjoyer
Margo Osbaldiston - vocals & mother of fizgig
Where are you from?
We’re based in Sheffield.
What have you been up to recently?
Currently locked in a room with no food or water please send help, we also did a gig last month. #thanksjarredup.
If you had to add another instrument to the band, what would it be?
Maybe an hydrocrystalophone or a bird whistle.
What have you been listening to at the moment?
Luke: ‘To Myself’ by Mystic Braves
Rob: ‘Sunday’ by Babe Rainbow
Ben: ‘Eyes Like Dead Stars’ by Les Big Byrd
Rowan: ‘The Man’ by Patto
Benji: ‘Taxes’ by Geese
Margo: ‘Gallows Pole’ by Led Zeppelin
Who would you love to support?
The Brian Jonestown Massacre, or ABBA Voyage! We would like holograms of ourselves. Also, Karma Sheen…
Who would you hate to support?
Life Aquatic Band, Side Eye, or any band with a fringe haircut.
What is your dream rider?
Cold beer, an M&S sandwich platter, assorted cheeses with crackers, only blue m&m's, a quest for love, extra drumsticks, and maybe some pitta bread.
And 6000 bottles of ya finest champagne.
And 3 million cigarettes.
Would you rather your music be used as hold music for a dodgy telemarketing firm, or as a bad Ibiza club remix?
Why not both? We need the reach.
Of the seven deadly sins, which would you most want your music to be synonymous with?
Sorry, I can't read. But gluttony; really fancy a Maccies.
Do you actually have any idea what "post-punk' is meant to mean?
No, it’s 1969; “post-punk” hasn’t been invented yet.
What is the most pretentious way you have described your own music?
See previous answer.
Where can people see you next?
Sidney&Matilda with Life Aquatic Band! On the 3rd December.
Have you got anything coming out soon?
Wouldn't you like to know.
You have 10 words left, what do you wanna say?
Sell your soul to The Pearl River Band. Fuck off.
Photo: Jacob Flannery
As they have mentioned, you can see The Pearl River Band supporting the Life Aquatic Band at Sidney&Matilda on 3rd December; tickets available here.
