From the Blackwood area of South Wales. Hailed in some quarters as the Next Manics, this supremely talented and musically stunning foursome, have a passion and zeal reminiscent of the Manics early work but are determined to stamp their own brand of New UK Rock on the current music scene.

They shall release their third album in 2004 (provsionally) entitled 'Bullets Are The New Black'. It follows the epic debut 'Progress' and the barnstorming 2nd album 'Won't Reach The Fifth'. The album shall be produced by Steve Brown (who has previously produced, among many others, Sex Pistols, The Cult, Manic Street Preachers, Mansun etc).

Every now and then something special comes along in music, maybe not a complete re-invention but a new take on a classic genre; the same incredible view from a different and higher vantage point. Stiff Kittens definitely raise the bar on Big Riffing, High Octane, Monster Melodic, Rock Music. Think the Nirvana for a new generation, think Pearl Jam on a good day, with Neil Young plugged in at No. 11 on the Amp but not allowed to sing : If you like your music to grab you by the unmentionables and sling you about in a heavenly way then you are there. Not to mention the diversity they are capable of in their more reflective moments.

The Stiff Kittens phenomenon started in a humble way with two friends, from Blackwood South Wales, kicking about with every band going until they finally meshed their song writing abilities in the summer of 96. Steve Price (guitars and vocals) and Gary Law (lead guitar and lead vocals) are the founders and core of the band, working with many flavours of musicians along the way until arriving at the current line up, with a thumping new rhythm section consisting of Rob Tucker (bass) and Geraint Thomas (pummelling the skins).

They have followed a well worn path of highs and lows, having eventually performed as warm up act for Feeder, as part of the Ross-on-Wye International Music Festival; and whilst on an opportunistic photo shoot became the last band ever to play Wembley Stadium, followed by a triumphant show at the Borderline London, where they were spotted by a World Renowned rock and pop producer (Steve Brown), who later joined them back stage to declare his keen interest in the band and set potential dates to record new material.

STIFF KITTENS are a powerful band who achieve deep impact wherever they play. Influenced by bands as disparate as the Cult, the Cure, Nirvana and Queen, through to the Mission and the Manic Street Preachers. STIFF KITTENS resolve a surprising cocktail of harmonic clarity worthy of, and at times compared to, Stadium Acts such as U2, Guns 'N Roses & Simple Minds, by combining the early fire of MSP and Filthy Underground Riff Rock with a surprising cocktail of harmonic clarity, to produce the captivating Rock sound heard in their vibrant material.

In the past 12 months, the band has performed some stunning shows in South England and Wales, including in London, The Borderline, West One Four (twice) Windmill, Upstairs At The Garage and O'Neil's, which have resulted in the band currently being courted by several Record Companies. The band continue to push the boundaries, constantly looking for new audiences to win over.

Pre-production work with Steve Brown has commenced on the (traditionally) 'difficult' third album, but the lyrics and sound that has been resultant of these sessions, show that the third Stiff Kittens album is going to be an absolute kick-ass corker of a rock album.

The STIFF KITTENS have the potential and talent to be the next big Welsh export, following the likes of Stereophonics/ Manic Street Preachers/ Catatonia.

Angry Kitten - Gary Law - Main Lyricist, Lead Vocals & V-Loud Guitars

Serious Kitten - Steve Price - Second Guitar, Keyboards, Programming & Vocals

Feisty Kitten - Geraint Thomas- Drums, & Backing Vocals

Cool Kitten - Rob Tucker - Bass Guitar

Stiff Kittens formed in 1996 and will continue to know no boundary when it comes to musical direction.

"Our purpose in life is not to please you, it is to please ourselves"

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