A friend from Bristol told me that he was watching "Top of the Pops" and a subject was brought up that must concern all of you who live "across the pond." He said that UK bands were not doing well in the US, which I had never really thought about (a lot of US bands aren't either, thanks to corporate conglomerates who are buying up all the small stations). Whatever the reason, it certainly is not lack of talent.

No one bears out this truth more than The Chevrons. These guys bring back memories of early R&B groups, as well as the "British Blues Invasion" bands (which hit the US shores in the mid-sixties). Lead vocalist Terry Sullivan has a raspy voice that even the youthful Rod Stewart would have envied. Listen to "Rather Go Blind ," a powerful heart felt-ballad. It has what the current music scene is sadly lacking: soul.

"Message Understood"(one of two live cuts), epitomizes the very heart of Wilson Pickett's "Heard It Through The Grapevine." Their rendition of "Girl From Yesterday" captures the spirit of the original Motown classic. Give "Down , Down Down" a spin, and you'll swear you're listening to The Yardbirds. "So Rude" includes some compelling guitar by David Galt, which will work you up to a fevered pitch. He is backed by a solid rhythm section composed of Tony Ellis(bass) and John Pretty Thing(drums).

Whether you're looking for something new or if you're an old fart like me wondering what happened to all the good music, this may be what you're looking for. Paradoxical as that may sound, both come in the same package. The Chevrons are a testament to the fact that it's not merely enough to play the music; you have to feel it.

RevieReview by Mark Staudtew by Mark Staudte

Rating :: 9/10

Review by Mark Staudte of Gigs Unlimited

The Chevrons are one of the best and hardest working bands in the London circuit!' -
TIM CHARLES - RADIO CAROLINE DJ

'You guys rock the ass off anyone..... you are on my IPod all the time both at home
and school...my teacher let me off as she loves your songs too!' -
Jonas Fassbinder - MA- USA

Had the good fortune to see The Chevrons several times
Enjoyed the most sublime, exhilarating performance rock blues and soul I've
experiences to date.
The band are tight and the perfect foil for live rock audience who were clearly
(judging by the dancing frequent smiles) had a great times.
The band opened their shows with the confident wit and colossal nerve of
“Somebody Help me Please,” the first song on their 2004 album 'Night Train'

Terry's wavering voice worked perfectly with each song, when the band moved from
acoustic ballads to blues to rock and roll.

For any fans of Yngwie, Sambora ,Vie and the like, have a listen to Davey who
makes every note sound like drops of pure gold not an endless blurr of so what notes.

'Sammy Bond'

Forthcoming Chevrons gigs