There seem to be few genres of music that are growing faster and capturing the imaginations of more listeners than that of reggae-rock. Stretching far beyond North America; the U.K., mainland Europe and even Asian countries such as Japan are clamouring for more.
From the unlikely locale of London, ON, the upstart band Staylefish is looking to unleash their unique spin on the sound to airwaves and venues around the world.
The band has come a long way from its beginnings in high school halls, dreamed up by friends that enjoyed listening to a classic
Bob Marley record equally as much as the newest Smashing Pumpkins CD. Bands such as Sublime, Slightly Stoopid, and Pepper were
huge influences, and cemented the idea that the mixing of such musical styles was not only doable, but done right, created a wicked vibe.
Their debut album, Utopian Theory, was well received, and has since sold thousands of copies - not only at live shows but a large number
of these digitally from listeners around the world. It was their breakthrough album, Audible Addiction, which saw their popularity skyrocket
and established them as a band to watch. On the strength of their catchy songs and explosive live shows, the band has successfully toured across Canada three times, been invited to the Vans Warped Tour an equal number of years in a row and played countless festivals.
For half a decade they have also had the honour of yearly being voted best reggae band in London, and twice been voted the most popular overall band. Their music has appeared on compilations as far away as Japan, and equally as gratifying, on the webpages of hundreds
of fans.
After months writing and perfecting new tunes in the jam room and studio, Staylefish is set to release their third effort which effortlessly combines ska, reggae, rock, and dancehall with hints of hip hop and ragga soca. The tongue-in-cheek title 'Colour by Numbers' scoffs at
the belief that either music or life has a set in stone direction that must be followed - and the band invites anyone who wants to enjoy a different, livelier direction to come along for the ride.