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Members: Sean Cook. Bob Locke. Tim Norfolk

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The Flies
Bristol, UK        Alternative / "Like The Velvets on a David Lynch set " NME / "Darkly haunting" SOUNDFREAK

Bio

The Flies started when vocalist Sean Cook teamed up with soundtrack writers and record producers 'the insects' on a few late night impromptu recording sessions.
Coming from different musical backgrounds there was a shared interest in classic 50's/60's music and exotica.The NME succinctly described the Flies as "Like the Velvets on a David Lynch set"
Their first album 'All Too Human' was released in 2007 to great critical acclaim.
Check 'more info'for music reviews ... which speak more eloquen...

Comments

Giles Matthews
Giles Matthews: Really cool rock,got a t rex groove going on ,dig it.  Feb 02
Altayon
Altayon: I was very much enjoying your show! Let us keep the music scene alive through support. "like" www.Facebook.com/Altayon and we will like you back. Peace in harmony, until again... ~ Telmorn Altayon  Jan 06
Tyrone Smith
Tyrone Smith: the pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty; Wishing you a Wonderful & Successful New Year! Stay Positive & Optimistic : ) - http://facebook.com/OfficialTy...  Dec 30
Sills & Smith
Sills & Smith: This Dead Pig track is terrific. Psychedic, funky, utterly engaging. Frank Smith  Dec 24
Together Alone
Together Alone: Nice sound and tunes!!! :)  Dec 20
m1015
m1015: ...really a great sound!!!!!!!!!!!1  Nov 30
Pace Ride
Pace Ride: Awesome music!!!  Nov 13
Todd C. Stone
Todd C. Stone: back for more of your great tracks :)  Nov 01
Anchorage Alaska
Anchorage Alaska: Cool sounds  Sep 19
Anchorage Alaska
Anchorage Alaska: Listened to High and definitely gonna come back and listen to more. Excellent!  Sep 16

Press

"This album is tailor made for dark alley dwelling delinquents and their equally dark desires. Sultry and sordid crooning boosted sounds that are perfect for both those between the sheets or between a rock and a hard place."
—  Glasswerk

Chart Position

Alternative charts
for Bristol, UK.

new interview with Sean Cook

new interview with Sean Cook

Artist Stats

Fans: 21,741
Song Plays: 2,879
Visits: 3,993
Video Plays: 433
Widget Hits: 40,452

Status

Status: We're number 2 on the ReverbNation Alternative charts for Bristol, UK. www.reverbnation.com/theflies

Blog

New interview with Sean Cook
Apr 08, 2011 at 09:26 AM
Sean chooses his 5 favorite discs to take to his nuclear bunker ! www.tincan.tv/features/music/480/sean-cook-nuclear-bunker-discs-/

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