Audio Bullys

The Profile

Audio Bullys are an English electronic duo from London formed by Simon Franks and Tom Dinsdale. They debuted with Ego War (2003), followed by Generation (2005) and Higher Than the Eiffel (2010). Their single Shot You Down, built around Nancy Sinatra’s “Bang Bang,” became a major UK hit.

English electronic duo from London; members: Simon Franks and Tom Dinsdale; albums: Ego War (2003), Generation (2005), Higher Than the Eiffel (2010); notable single: Shot You Down (with Nancy Sinatra sample); active 2001–present.

One DeBaser review takes a hard line on Audio Bullys’ debut Ego War, calling it unoriginal and overhyped. It accuses the duo of stitching samples together without a personal touch, citing lifts from Costello and Joe Cocker. Danceable, yes; innovative, no.