Razorlight

Often lumped in with the plethora of post-punk bands making the circuit in 2004, Razorlight's gritty sound nevertheless rocks steadier than most. With a definite nod to old-timers such as Lou Reed and Television, the band creates music that's both timely and timeless. Faves include "Rock N Roll Lies" and "Rip It Up."

Razorlight frontman Johnny Borrell doesn't hurt for confidence. He's been known to
compare himself to geniuses such as John Keats, Orson Welles and Bob Dylan -- or as
Borrell memorably proclaimed, "If Dylan's making the chips, then I'm drinking the
champagne." He has also informed the world that Razorlight's debut is a masterpiece. He's
got the golden rock-star mop, the London sneer and a band full of crazy Swedes... More >