A London band from the early 2000s known for abrasive, experimental rock and lyrics tackling social injustice.
For a sense of their range, try 'Flying Kids' alongside something like 'The Stranger's Suicide'. It's all there, the experimental sound, the lyrical directness.
Echinochess carved out a space in the underground with songs that didn't fit traditional rock molds. Tracks like 'Flying Kids' showed their range, while their direct lyrics on social issues and personal anguish resonated with a dedicated audience. They built a following through albums like 'Scorched Earth' and 'Prophets of Doom' without ever smoothing out their unconventional edges.
They formed in London in the early 2000s, playing small clubs and releasing albums like 'Scorched Earth' in 2005. With Ethan Blackthorn on vocals, the core lineup stayed consistent, and songs like 'Deal Is Deal' became anthems for their niche. They remained an underground act, their abrasive sound keeping them from mainstream rock audiences.
Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.
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