Artist description Out of Sacramento, California comes a pure power-pop sensation. UltraSuede delivers guitar and vocal driven rock and roll influenced heavily by the British-invasion bands of the '60's as well as Elvis Costello, Bob Dylan, and Tom Petty. Memorable melodies, clever lyrics, strong vocals, and superior musicianship make UltraSuede and their debut CD entitled "The Other Ellie" memorable and fun. Not interested in being the flavor of the month, UltraSuede hearken back to a time not too long ago when the songs and the music were all that mattered. The lyrics are intelligent, optimistic, and easily relatable. The chord changes are sometimes unpredictable, but in that Beatle-esque style seem to fit together perfectly. The melodies are instantly hummable (is that a word?), and the harmonies are pure and honest. This is rock and roll that appeals to all people who are fans of good music.

Music Style Power-Pop

Musical Influences The Beatles, Crowded House, Elvis Costello, Bob Dylan, The Who, Blur, Cheap Trick, Tom Petty, Led Zeppelin, Simon & Garfunkel, 10cc, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Queen, Jellyfish,

Similar Artists The Beatles, Elvis Costello, Tom Petty, SemiSonic, Matthew Sweet, Blur, Travis, Michael Penn, Crowded House

Artist History UltraSuede is the brainchild of two Sacramento musicians; Kenny Manlapig (vocals, guitar) and Kane Furey (drums, percussion, backing vocals). Their harmonies, songwriting, and musical sense have been fashioned over a twenty-year history of playing music together. Gordon Hanley rounds out the band with his world-class bass playing. Over the last two years UltraSuede have been involved in some somewhat unusual projects. In 1999 UltraSuede began a relationship with the NBA's Sacramento Kings, providing the music used to introduce the team at the Arco Arena. This was accompanied by a video featuring UltraSuede and the Kings players that was played at the arena. This relationship extended through to the 2000-2001 season. This season the band is providing the music used for the TV broadcasts. Another song and video to be used in the Arco Arena prior to the team introductions is in the works for later in the season.

Group Members Kenny Manlapig (vocal, guitar) Kane Furey (drums, percussion, backing vocals) Gordon Hanley (bass, backing vocals)

Instruments Guitar (electric, acoustic), bass, drums, various percussion

Albums The Other Ellie

Press Reviews "Jangly, heady British influenced pop that you'll really dig!" ~David Bash (L.A. Weekly/International Pop Overthrow) "All amazing songs which hooked me upon first listen. A big round of applause for this excellent disc." ~Carlos Quintino (BaNgBaNg RadioPopshow)

Location Sacramento, California - USA

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