The Anthems

Since their Southern California debut in June 2004, The Anthems have literally broken all boundaries. The four from Anaheim recently returned from Europe where performances in Germany and the Netherlands dominated their itinerary. While in Germany, they were asked to record a second release at no cost, simply by catching the eye of two German sound engineers. The new EP with 5 new Anthems is finished and is in preparation for release along with a video to be shot shortly. A few titles are here now exclusively on Myspace to be heard! The self-titled debut The Anthems - Demo (still available on www.cdbaby.com and elsewhere) brought with it excellent reviews overseas where the boys were even invited for a radio interview which got their music blasted onto German airwaves! Their straight-forward rock sound has brought about several genre arguments and band comparisons. Whether its old sounding punk rock with a 60's edge or simply new rock with old school influences, one thing is for sure: its fun - especially for the ones playing it. Comparisons have ranged from bands such as Stiff Little Fingers and the Buzzcocks to Orange County veterans Agent Orange and Social Distortion but havent stopped there. Also mentioned have been David Bowie, The Cult, The Police and even Hermans Hermit! Still as one review raves The Anthems live up to their name and thats what matters.