Released independently and distributed nationwide by Fontana North in
March, The I Spies' full-length debut, 'In The Night', could be a
candidate for indie rock top ten lists come December. Also titled 'In
The Night', the first single is already charting at college radio.
Watch your concert listings closely for a show near you.
The I Spies breed an imposing sound. Robertson's layered guitar grit
scuzzes-up Kay's strong pop rants, while Payne's infectious bass
melodies race alongside Saks' machine gun percussion. Organs and
synths pulse in and out. The music is urgent and abrasive; big and
fresh; hook-laden and filler-free. In The Night will almost certainly
blow the Toronto-based Spies' cover.
Your iPod needs this record. Your town needs this band.
The I Spies began in 2003 as four young musicians experimenting with
angular riffs and New Wave hooks, inspired by the likes of The Clash
and The Police and by the attitudes of bands like Television and XTC.
Subsequent years saw the I Spies slowly building an underground
fan-base as a an antisocial and occasional contributor to Toronto's
vibrant rock 'n roll scene. But recently, the I Spies have redoubled
their ambitions. They have become more than the sum of their
influences. Their energetic and fiery pop songs translate flawlessly
into high energy live performance. Armed with a clear agenda and a
stunning record, the Spies are ready to infiltrate.
Nowhere to run?
Come hide with The I Spies.
Johhny Kay Lead Vox.Keys.Guitar.
James Robertson Lead Guitar.Vox.Keys.
Markus Saks Drums.Percussion.
Steve Payne Bass
Band History
The I Spies began in 2003 as four young musicians experimenting with
angular riffs and new wave hooks, inspired by the likes of The Police
and Elvis Costello and by the attitudes of bands like The Clash and
XTC. Subsequent years saw The I Spies building an underground fan-base
as a member of Toronto's Suck My Disc collective, and experimenting
with other projects. Recently, The I Spies have gelled. They are more
than the sum of their influences. Their energetic and fiery pop songs
translate flawlessly into high energy live performances. And now,
armed with a clear agenda and a stunning record, The I Spies are ready
to infiltrate.
