Saiphon release “CATS” EP
“CATS EP” is Saiphon’s debut EP, celebrating a playful and creative take on the rock genre, while also beginning to demonstrate the range of the band. A funk-infused single, a rock ballad and two guitar-driven, classic rock-inspired tracks make Saiphon’s opening statement to the world. Through their EPK, you can access a preview of the second track: ‘Another Lifetime’. Bennie (singer) started writing the song following a bad dream surrounding the concept of missed opportunities in relationships. The track follows the narrator’s struggles with moving on from an unrequited love interest, with the dynamics growing as the emotion builds, culminating in a soaring guitar solo. Also, you can view a preview of the upcoming music video for the track, ‘SINNER’. This song plays with the age-old concept of selling one’s soul to the Devil, inspired by the stories of Paganini and Robert Johnson. It’s about doing what it takes to succeed, even if that means making a deal with the man downstairs.
Bio:
Saiphon is a four-piece rock band based in West Sussex, who take their inspiration from rock giants such as AC/DC and Aerosmith. Lead singer, Bennie Hayfield from Birmingham, is a former musical theatre student turned rock'n'roll frontman by a hunger for freedom in performance combined with his love for music by artists like The Beatles, Elton John and Ozzy Osbourne. Thanks to his variety of influences Bennie has not only developed a sizable vocal range but can also demonstrate versatility in style which shines in this track. Aidan Brion, hailing from the Mediterranean territory of Gibraltar, started his performing career in acoustic groups with a notable performance at "The Weekender" festival. Now he rocks the role of lead guitar, crafting roaring solos and blasting out killer riffs. Jude Parker, from Portsmouth, provides the bassline for the band; heavily inspired by prog rock groups such as Rush, he brings nuance and colour to each track. As a psychology student he was a surprise member of the group, stepping in last minute to save our very first gig and soon after becoming a crucial cog in the rhythm machine. However, the heartbeat of the band is provided by the drummer, Nicola Oakley. Inspired by a fusion of classic rock and classical music, she brings a creative flair to the songwriting process. Coming from the Thames-side village of Cookham, she has a wide range of experience musically, from classical orchestras, playing either percussion or viola, to musical theatre pits.
