Parasite

This is the sound of a band that grew up together in a Surrey school and never lost that initial spark of shared frustration and excitement. It is guitar-driven music that feels immediate, slightly unpolished, and entirely authentic to its roots. The melodies are catchy but carry a jagged edge that prevents them from feeling too sugary, leaning into the grit of the UK indie scene.

What sets them apart is the persistent, driving energy of their rhythm section paired with vocals that feel like they are being delivered directly to you in a crowded pub. There is a sense of DIY independence that permeates every track, a refusal to over-produce the life out of the songs. It captures that specific early-2000s British alternative spirit where the song matters more than the studio sheen.

Start with 'Out With The New' to hear them at their most urgent. It is the perfect introduction to their blend of social observation and melodic noise, making it ideal for anyone who misses the era of small-club rock and roll where the sweat on the walls was part of the experience.