Late of the Pier

The Profile

English band formed in 2004; debut album Fantasy Black Channel released in 2008.

Often associated (sometimes mistakenly) with the Nu-Rave scene; draws influence from Gary Numan, 70s rock, glam and contemporary electronics. Reviewers note genre-mixing, irony, and energetic fusion of electronics and rock.

The reviews praise Late of the Pier's 2008 debut Fantasy Black Channel for energetic genre-mixing, synth-pop and glam references, and an ironic, playful tone. The band is distinguished from the Nu-Rave scene and noted for bold combinations of electronics and rock. The debut is seen as interesting and promising, if not fully mature.