Conceived under the influence of the vibrant 80's new-romantic scene and 90's dark-wave movements - Manuskript have earned their reputation as being one of the most original and exciting bands on the UK underground/alternative scene. Drawing on influences such as Ultravox and Japan, Faith No More and Nine Inch Nails - but also ignoring all of the clichés and carving their own niche, Manuskript are an irresistible combination to lovers of synth-pop and hardened rock fans alike. Conveying their energy without compromise, it's therefore no surprise that as well as performing headline shows all over the UK and touring the USA for the first time in 2004. Their unique sound is characterized by unerring vocal lines, which weave in and out of a backdrop of grandiose synthesisers and searing guitars - all cemented with a pounding, electronic rhythm section. (www.manuskript.co.uk) Reviews: "They’re an unusual band, having gone from the comedic touches early on to this mature sound, which hoovers up modern pop sensibilities and then wedges it alongside some pretty heavy guitar, and ridiculously strong vocals." Mick Mercer (The Mick) www.mickmercer.com "Accessible, catchy pop songs which could easily hold their own against anything produced by the Suedes of this world sit neatly beside excursions into more left-field territory. Clever lyrics and choruses to die for, full-speed-ahead rhythms and ideas that tumble forth as if tipped out of a bucket. This is classic, spiky, assertive British pop songwriting at its best, and how ironic that we have to delve into the goth scene to find it." - Uncle Nemesis (Starvox) www.starvox.net "Bubbling synth driving electro pulse-pop, Manuskript have always been good, this is by far their finest release yet - think New Order, Curve, Japan, Depeche Mode, Suede, Inaura, A-ha, Visage. Yeap, New Romantics out of time with the rest. They were always way above those Romo bands. They've always been more than just the pose. They've always had a certain edge of their own, a little more class." Sean (Organ) www.organart.demon.co.uk I have seen it described as "happy Goth", but really what this band does is mine some of the best elements of 80's New Romantic and Synth-Pop. A super-fun band to see live, or for thrashing around in your living room.