Crystal Antlers is the band who epitomises the best definition of the word ‘racket’. The cornerstone of this Long Beach trio consists of a spontaneous, disarming din. Nevertheless, with each new release they succeed in channeling it. Systematically – and more self-assured than ever – they replace chaos with structure and cohesion.

Crystal Antlers has recently found a home with Innovative Leisure (a Los Angeles label) and that has clearly been a good move for them. Their new release Nothing Is Real is an inspiring climax. But just wait until you see them live!

I want to play music, not run a business, states Jonny Bell, bassist/singer.