The Drowners formed in 2011 when singer Matt Hitt moved to New York from Wales with a backlog of songs recorded through the in-built mic of his computer. Shortly thereafter, Jack Ridley, David Rubin and Erik Snyder joined in and made it loud.


Musically, they are influenced by Marr-esque guitar lines and post-punk drum patterns. Otherwise, they concern themselves with the troubles of Billy Fisher, the works of Gregory Corso and Richard Burton’s love life. Their songs are born out of the frustration and spite experienced by the British New Wave of angry young men. The Drowners bash out short, economic pop songs.



Their first double A-side single for Long Hair/Unzip Your Harrington is released later this month

An endearing blend of polished alt rock with a mischievous garage rock sensibility, The Denzels sport an infectiousness that is completely irresistible. In April they debuted "Slow Death" and the b-side "Montrose Next Door," undeniably strong tracks that promise an excellent show and a bright career.