This live hip-hop / rock band have been gigging extensively across the country professionally, for the last 2 years. Recently they have taken some time out in their own studio to record their new album and single Untouchable and are now gigging their new material. Reaction to their live shows suggests Imperial Leisure are about to explode onto the scene like nothing else: “This band had an air of something unusual and interesting even before they play a note. Imperial Leisure definitely have a stage presence which is quickly established by the Afro-haired rapper who seems to have had his legs replaced by pogo sticks. It is quite evident that these guys remember the most important thing about what they do, having fun. Aside from the energy and humour, this band remains intelligent, versatile and melodic.” (Monsterbagel.com). With songs such as Say I Don't Know, Paddling Pool and It Doesn't Take Much the three frontmen express themselves through their often tongue-in-cheek, but always heartfelt lyrics. Catchy tunes and funky riffs are AJ (Guitar) and Dan's (Bass) forte, and are complemented by the hard-hitting jazzy styles of drummer Scott. This is strengthened by the keyboardist Stuart, creating the perfect foundations for big-band sounds. Throw into the mix the old-school hip-hop influences of scratch-master DJ Bill and the outrageous jazz-funk skills of brass blowers Rob O’neil and Mark Rudland, you have a band capable of captivating any audience in the country.