Write Away Magazine - Issue No:13

Penny Betts
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The UK’s own Penny Betts offer up a uniquely
smooth blend of indie-pop and sixties-style
songwriting with their latest and self-titled EP.
A four-piece who know precisely who they are and
how they want to sound, Penny Betts are inspired by
bands stretching as far back as Cream and Pink Floyd
as much as modern influences like The Arctic
Monkeys and Tame Impala. Their heartfelt
songwriting and hypnotic melodies pour through
amidst reverb-soaked indie-rock soundscapes,
creating something that’s perfectly calming or
decidedly energizing – depending on what you need
from it; and how loud you let it play.
Beach-side vibes meet with classic UK tones and an
anthem-like approach to songwriting. The band have
honed their style and sound over time, with lead
singer Matt Felix and guitarist Al Finch first jamming
together way back during their school years. Over
time, bassist Lufta and drummer Jocelyn completed
the arrangement and kicked off a whole new chapter
for the band. Rock and roll has returned, the genre
and the original flair of the 60s and 70s is alive and
well. With a touch of originality and a willingness to
storm through language barriers – thanks to Matt
Felix’ French native tongue – Penny Betts are well on
their way to carving out a path of their own.
Passion and musical precision meet under the
blanket of sweeping guitars and experimental waves
of audio warmth. Penny Betts aim to get you
dancing, connecting, and embracing the live music
scene as the rightful escapism it was always meant to
be. A band well worth looking out for over the
coming months and years.
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