This British 5-piece is flying well below the radar at the moment, but with a new album coming out this summer and a tour planned to promote it, I’d be surprised if more people aren’t talking about them soon. Their seven track mini-album features strong vocals and intricate guitar work. Each song is dynamically performed with build ups and breakdowns galore. The occasional harmonies are tight and well placed. The percussion and rhythms (which include cowbell) were particularly engaging. Although their most succinct comparison is to the evolutionary power-pop of Teenage Fanclub and Spoon, The Demos’ willingness to embrace an endless chain of influences is what makes their music so immediately accessible and memorable. So what separates The Demos from other recent groups bound by similar influences, like Rooney or Hot Hot Heat? Most importantly, The Demos are able to pay tribute to their influences without ripping them off.