Well, I'd have to say the rock elements are quite apparent, Europe (1987 era), Whitesnake, Warrant, Nickelback - although I truly don't believe we're a carbon copy of any of those and have a sound of our own.
This could be because when I'm songwriting I also let other influences in, from pop music to country, and many other styles.
I've always said SH are a pop band - set to a rock backing!
Describe to those who have not heard you yet what you sound like and who?
Well, again - I don't think we sound like anyone in particular, but if you're a fan of good old fashioned fun, upbeat, sing-a-long hard rock 'n' roll, give us a listen!
How did all of you get into music and when did you start playing?
Claudio has been playing the shortest time - although the oldest, and it was classic metal, like Sabbath, Purple etc that encouraged his interest. Darren, Mark & I are basically all late 80's rock fans - that's certainly what made me wanna pick up a guitar.
Would you prefer a headline gig or supporting a big band?
Enjoy both. Always nice to be given the opportunity to win over another bands fans but also great to get a longer set and headline a show.
As long as the crowd enjoy - whether big or small - we have fun!
Do you think the British mainstream music scene has room for you?
Yes. There's are fans of all kinds of music & there are plenty of rock fans out there, just have to be heard by them!
But, sales of both Lay It On The Line and Shake have also been to non-rock fans, I put that down to the melodies.
Are you frustrated you have not been signed yet?
Not at all, as we've been offered record deals, for both releases & new material. We chose to release Shake ourselves, because unless RoadRunner or another big label come knocking I know we can achieve as much as the smaller melodic rock labels.
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