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The Vicars of Stiffkey

Popular Norwich-based band, The Vicars of Stiffkey, have signed a record deal with a new label that was set-up to support music in the area. To celebrate they are releasing their debut EP, ‘Live and Uncassocked’, which is available to order now from www.offwiththeirrecords.co.uk

The Vicars of Stiffkey are an art-rock band continually born from the attempt to channel the spirit of the 1930s character and local legend, Harold Davidson. In 1932, Davidson, the Vicar of Stiffkey became infamous when he was defrocked for liaising with women of the night; to save their souls, he said. And he took to his infamy with relish, executing a number of theatrical stunts before eventually being mauled to death by a lion, after standing on its tail during a taming act. 

Fronted by Will Teather, local artist and finalist in the 2017 London Contemporary Art Prize, and featuring the talents of local music legends Shane Olinski, Tom Conway, David Indge and Dom Redsell, their performances are not to be missed, often involving elaborate props and costumes.

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The 7 track EP is the first significant release from the innovative Off with their Records digital record label. There will be a limited run of CDs, posters and a digital download.

Singer, Will Teather, said:

“We are thrilled to have been approached by the label to release an EP. We thrive on being a live band, improvisational and at times gloriously shambolic. These recordings capture some of that raw energy and will help spread the word of the Vicars.  As a fun psych-rock band with 70s punk undertones, we are excited that Off with their Records are supporting the alternative music community in Norwich. “

Ryan Williamson, CEO of Off with their Records, said:

“These recordings have captured one of the most exciting live acts in Norwich. This label is about innovating the way music is produced and released, focusing on the local music scene and DIY enterprise.” 

 

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