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   Underground 59
Saturday 17 May 2008
Velvette Vendetta, Poubelle International, Modern Children & SkinDeep
The Cavern, situated in Lan Kwai Fong, Hong Kong
Shop 1, LG/F, Lan Kwai Fong Tower, 33 Wyndham St, Central
8:00pm - 11:00pm


Modern Children
Modern Children formed in winter 2006 found on Hong Kong.
Winter 2006, Chih (Guitar/ Bass) with great influence by indie-pop band Belle & Sebastian would like to form an indie-pop band, so he invited his twin brother Hin (Drum) to join in and advertised on an internet local band forum to find the rest of the members. The post did rebounds. Kenneth Tsang (Vocal/ Guitar/ Bass), who formed bands in Hong Kong, Japan, and Texas, and Jimmy Cheung (Guitar/ Bass) contacted Chih after seeing the post. The band is formed. Few weeks later, Kenneth introduced his college friend Sai Ho aka S.T (Violin/ Programmer), an Audio-Visual artist (st-saiho.com), to the rest of the band members, and hence the 5 people line-up of the band is formed.
Modern Children do not want to be confined by only one musical style, on the contrary, they add different elements in their songs and play different kinds of music, including post-rock, psychedelic, electronic, indie pop, post-punk, and etc. After numerous jamming sessions, they developed their own style, which is alternative music with pop melodies. Now, they are recording their own songs and preparing for more live gigs.
For further information and song demos, please visit their myspace or facebook page:
Website: http://www.myspace.com/modernchildrenmusic

SkinDeep
SKINDEEP, the neo-sound of pop-rock delivering skillfully crafted originals with a distinctly International feel and modern twist. Having all members either born or having lived in HK for over 10 years. Singer song writer Nick Flavell started the band with fellow Hong konger Mike Smith.
SKINDEEP's the exotic undiscovered spice needed for a stale music market starved of meaty rock palatable enough for pop-radio. The original material has a fresh, distinctly British feel to it with a clear 80’s influence & modern twists, making a sound that is right here in today’s music spotlight. " We have a combination of skillfully crafted music, with great appeal, a lively stage presence and memorable performance." Says Nick Flavell. The 'x-factor' in SKINDEEP's music will be the indisputable trait that wins over anyone watching their live act. Get yourself on the mailing list and find out when the new CD is out: Website: http://www.skindeepband.com/


Poubelle International
POUBELLE INTERNATIONAL is a three-piece band that was formed in 2007 by three finely bearded designers over a lavish but bland three-course dinner. After having smoked three cigarettes in silence and feeling strangely content with their three tall glasses of Tanqueray, the trio shook hands and agreed upon a common mission; to play it loud!
Poubelle International write three-minute songs about three different subjects - true lust, broken trust and plain wishful thinking. They practice playing three instruments three times a week on the third floor of a warehouse situated three blocks from a corner where a pretty girl sells flowers. It seems to help them focus.
The trio aim to write simple, addictive songs… and deliver them loud enough to make boys tap their feet and girls shake their girly bits.
POUBELLE INTERNATIONAL consists of Ben McCarthy on guitar and vocals, Johan Persson on drums and vocals and David ‘Diamond’ Ericsson bass.
http://www.myspace.com/poubelleinternational

Velvette Vendetta
Velvette Vendetta is influenced by a wide range of music genres – ranging from metal, indie, jazz, goth-rock, funk, blues, classical, pop to techno. However, the band’s musical direction reflects late 90’s alternative rock and grunge. This beautiful mix of genres blended with a hint of “dark” classical music is Velvette Vendetta’s ingredient. The music is often described by listeners to be soothing yet oozing with energy, much to the amusement of the band. Velvette Vendetta’s live performances are just that – full of energy. Come to one of the band’s show and be ready to be mesmerized, be you head-banger or flamboyant girl.
The year 2007 was equally memorable and productive for Velvette Vendetta. They headlined city’s premier band shows such as HK Live! and Underground HK. The band also managed to get healthy press interest. Velvette Vendetta also had the pleasure of playing to audiences in China.
At the moment, Velvette Vendetta is in midst of recording their first album. They also continue to play live locally. In 2008, Velvette Vendetta is hoping to collaborate with more HK indie bands to alleviate the HK underground scene to an international level so it can bring recognition and attention from people all over the world.
http://www.myspace.com/vvhk


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