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POPES OF CHILLITOWN are a six piece BritSka Indie band from London, forged many moons ago from the tentative beginnings of late-night jam sessions between friends. The band have burst onto the London gig scene in the past year with a host of performances at many well-respected venues, including the legendary London Astoria and Hackney Empire with Ska superstar Dave Barker.
But a straight up British Ska band they are not. Blending genres and each of the members’ influences makes for a unique sound and a breath of fresh air from generic bands that make generic music for fear of punters not “getting it”. A typical POPES OF CHILLITOWN show boasts soaring vocals, orgasmic guitars, sexy sax solos, banging Ska beats and chunky basslines for good measure.
The debut 4 track EP ‘BUY ONE GET ONE FREE, released November 10th 2008, is both a celebration of the band’s sound, and a critique on the branded, monitored world we live in. Songs such as the title track and ‘End ‘Em All’ denounce the advertising world for persuading their customers that their life is not complete without cheaper car insurance or that extra blade on their razor. The EP as a whole remarks on how adverts constantly provide answers to questions that nobody asked in the first place, forcing many a Pope to turn their television off forever. Artwork is provided by Linda Joy of cult contemporary arthouse La Boca.
That said, the Popes aren’t afraid just to have a rocking good time. Described by the legendary Club Ska as having “bucketloads of groove, wrapped up in Indie Ska.” POPES OF CHILLITOWN are just as likely to make you move your feet as stroke your chin.
If 2008 was the year POPES OF CHILLITOWN matured, 2009 will be the year the Vatican relocates to London…PERMANENTLY!

"Buy One Get One Free is a great track, fresh and original and the band has the tightest sharpest ska sound we've ever had on the show - it grooves like a bastard." BBC6 Introducing
"Is the Pope catholic? Well, not these ones, but they sure can hold a tune! Hailing from Ealing - Queen of West London - Popes of Chillitown are not only much more sprightly than Ratzinger, but they're better looking to boot. Attendees of the Pope's divine service can expect a heavenly portion of lite-rock accompanied by a cheeky reggae relish, all served up with a smile and a sincere veneration for never giving up on the good times." Sugarape Magazine
"Super skanking reggae-funk-rock from London... quirky, enjoyably jerky, deep and danceable bass lines ...picture The Specials hitting a rootsier vein post Libertines London swagger maybe...perfect stuff to boggie to…" www.wegotickets.com
"Top notch skanking funky Britpop." Time Out
"Stylish reggae-rock collective from Ealing mixing soft rock with dub to create a ska racket that is simply designed for a good time." Spoonfed"A band of clear potential, with some tight and catchy 'Brit-Ska', plenty of energy and enthusiasm... in a year that promises a big dose of The Specials after all these years, and a return of MadStock, could they front the rise of new, young ska bands into the mainstream?" egigs.co.uk
"a bit quirky, like really really earlyMadness gone deep reggae maybe...fab…" Bugbear Promotions
"The sound they produce is fat with a ph" UKevents.net
"Reggae informed funk tinged geezer’s delight from London… quirky but also embracing of the commercial élan of Britpop." Bugbear Promotions
"Tight as fuck." Impact
"Stylish reggae-rock collective from Ealing mixing soft rock with dub to create a ska racket that is simply designed for a good time." Spoonfed.co.uk
"Ealing's original Ska Funksters" Native Tongue
"Awesome Reggae Rock from W5" Meefo.com
"A great live band." Boar Music
"A pleasing affair." Living Atheist
"They are my camomile tea on sleepless summer eve!" Nina.

"Yes. I like it." Polish Barmaid, New Inn
Gig bookings to austen (at) popesofchillitown.com
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My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 8/16/2006
Band Website: www.popesofchillitown.com
Band Members: Vocals - The Fresh Prince AKA Seargant Dub
Guitar - Carlton Banks AKA Fishy For My Dishy
Guitar - Jazzy Jeff AKA Dark Pope
Bass - Geoffrey AKA Fed by the Council Bancil
Sax - Hilary Banks AKA Saxy Pope
Drums - Ashley Banks AKA Dr Reggae

Influences:

Influences:
Tryo, Incubus, Dave Matthews Band, The Smiths, Jorge Ben, Manu Chao, Sublime, King Prawn, Get Cape Wear Cape Fly

Sounds Like: Tryo, Incubus, Dave Matthews Band, The Smiths, Jorge Ben, Manu Chao, Sublime, King Prawn, Get Cape Wear Cape Fly
Record Label: Info/Management/Booking [email protected]
Type of Label: Major

My Blog

Popes on Twitter!

Follow us at http://twitter.com/popesofctownSeeya on the interweb!popes x
Posted by on Wed, 13 May 2009 09:18:00 GMT

Gigs this weekend

Afternoon darlings,A quick update from the Chillitown helpdesk. As London flirts with the sun, Popes will serenade Summer 2009 (touch wood) with two very special shows this weekend&FRIDAY 24th APR...
Posted by on Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:48:00 GMT

How those plans are going

Afternoon Popers,You sill look great, have you been working out? Heres a quick shout on all things Chillitown:LONDON SHOWOur next London show is at The Good Ship on 5th March with our friends The Sne...
Posted by on Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:02:00 GMT

New song free download and plans for 2009!

Greetings Pope-sters,As the mince pies (and Xmas banter) get stale, the time for reflection is upon us. End of year reviews can be tedious, so we'll keep this short and sweet. 2008 was lots of fun and...
Posted by on Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:22:00 GMT

BBC Introducing

A big shout out to Tom Robinson for playing us on his BBC Introducing show recently!!  Here's the link if you'd like to listen again!!   http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/tom_robinsons_intro...
Posted by on Mon, 01 Dec 2008 04:13:00 GMT

EP LAUNCH @ METROS THIS FRIDAY

  THE MONKEY LEAVES THE WHITE HOUSETHE PRICE OF MILK MAKES THE NEWSPRANK CALLS NOW A SACKABLE OFFENCE The world has certainly changed since the Popes last took centre stage!Lucky for us, the fron...
Posted by on Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:32:00 GMT

Return of The Dark Half -- Exciting News!!!

Ah! Greetings traveller! Don't hesitate there in the doorway --please, come in and warm your frosty toes beside my roaring fire. The English summer is harsh and unforgiving, and with night slowly unfu...
Posted by on Tue, 02 Sep 2008 06:58:00 GMT

Ukevents.net Review

How could a band with such a big sound like the Popes of Chillitown be received in such a small arena? The answer is stonkingly well! The Popes of Chillitown are a six-piece band that may not necessar...
Posted by on Tue, 08 Jan 2008 10:05:00 GMT

Burlesque, heckling and a whole lot of skanking (The Dark Half)

Happy New Year dear visitor!       And so, as 2008 dawns, a moment of respite affords your humble host a little time to reflect on what has been a bumper year for the Popes. R...
Posted by on Fri, 04 Jan 2008 08:30:00 GMT

UKEvents.net Review

Live Gig Review: The Popes of Chillitown 3rd of November  Headline Slot for Oxjam Edwards Bar, Hammersmith There are certain venues when you just walk through the door and think  yeah this is going ...
Posted by on Wed, 21 Nov 2007 02:48:00 GMT