Album Notes

The Plugs are an emerging talent from Oxford, mixing the intimate song-smithery of Elbow, the pop energy of The Feeling, and the anthemic grandeur of Muse. All these qualities are blended into something all of their own – edgy, exciting and new, yet with a sense of “classic” stamped all over them. You may not have heard these songs before, but they touch on something so fundamental that they feel like old friends.

Before The Plugs - back in 2002 - armed with a handful of songs and a legacy of several internationally-released dance remixes, keyboard players Erik Nielsen and Steve Preston began a new project with former collaborators Spencer Williams (Guitars) and Tom Lee (Drums). The chemistry between the four was immediately obvious, so the bold decision was made to re-work all the existing material as a four-piece live band. This meant going back to the start; but when you can feel that much potential, even going backwards can be the right thing to do.

Officially becoming a "band" in 2003, The Plugs released their debut EP Extended Play in March 2005 and free online-only EP Demonstration in February 2008. Recording on a full-length and live shows continue.