The Arkanes

Whether you listen to their music or you see them live, one simple sentence describes The Arkanes: they play high energy alternative rock.

With a classic four piece formation, they have a very unique style which combines the latest sounds of the indie circuit with the quintessence of garagerock and grunge.

Founded in Skelmersdale/Liverpool by lead vocalist/guitarist Chris Pate in late 2007, with guitarist Adam Sheeran, bassist/vocalist Lee Dummett, the band was lately completed by Andy Long on the drums. All of them are still in their early twenties.

Despite their relatively short existence, they have already gained a loyal fan base locally, out of town… and outside the U.K., with street teams in Chile and New Zealand!

Sharpshooter, Can’t help myself and Schitzophonic were the result of the first collaboration between band and producer: three smashing songs full of energy, with catchy melodies and lyrics. The voice of Chris Pate brings power and shows a rare maturity for his age. Later came Don’t act like you know me, Wonderbug or Silly boy stupid girl, new great songs that have proved to work great live.

www.myspace.com/thearkanes I hardhitproductions@yahoo.co.uk  

Reviews

Down below you'll find quotes and links to national music press that wrote about Don't Act Like You Know Me:

Moors Magazine
"The Arkanes is een op het eerste gehoor simpele, recht-voor-zijn-raap rockband, met lekker stevige riffs en fel gezongen liedjes. Muziek die, op een stevig volume, prima voor de muzikale vitaminen en een goede adrenalinestoot kan zorgen. Toch zit er meer raffinement in hun muziek dan de pure energie en de lekkere riffs in eerste instantie doen vermoeden. ... De ep (staat voor extended play) duurt maar een krap half uurtje, maar maakt hongerig naar de cd die later zal verschijnen."  

Indiestyle
"Een goede lezer heeft al lang begrepen dat dit een leuk groepje is dat best voor wat aangename momenten kan zorgen. Om het echt te gaan maken, missen ze toch wel een beetje een eigen geluid, maar het klinkt zoals de bio afsluit : de toekomst ziet er niet slecht uit...."

Kerrang Radio
“These guys have a great swagger and attitude.”

XFM Radio
“Impressive & punky.”

Indiemusic

The British power has got a new name: The Arkanes”

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01. The Arkanes - Sharpshooter - Don't Act Like You Know Me [2:56]  €0.80   Add To Cart
02. The Arkanes - Set Fire To The Scene - Don't Act Like You Know Me [2:45]  €0.80   Add To Cart
03. The Arkanes - Schitzophonic - Don't Act Like You Know Me [3:19]  €0.80   Add To Cart
04. The Arkanes - Just Can't Help Myself - Don't Act Like You Know Me [3:31]  €0.80   Add To Cart
05. The Arkanes - Skeletons - Don't Act Like You Know Me [4:04]  €0.80   Add To Cart
06. The Arkanes - Don't Act Like You Know Me - Don't Act Like You Know Me [3:26]  €0.80   Add To Cart

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