Calva Louise are a London based trio, consisting of Jess Allanic (vocals, guitar), Alizon Taho (bass, backing vocals) and Ben Parker (drums, backing vocals). A band on the rise, that’s for sure. They will certainly be liked by people who loved Shampoo in the mid 90’s, or Girli, more recently.

I Heard A Cry, a wonderful slice of bubble gum punk rock, is Calva Louise’s fourth single. It’s the second track to be lifted from their debut album (which is set for release early next year). The upbeat song features fuzzy guitars, a thumping bass line and Allanic’s trademark biting vocals on the one hand, but obvious pop sensibilities and tons of fun on the other. But listen quickly, for it’s over in just 2 minutes.

The band say about the track: “I Heard A Cry deals with the misinformation we often feel regarding what’s happening elsewhere in the world. But at the same time, it’s about the will of many people who are trying to inform themselves.”

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Werner Schlosser

I’m a music industry watcher and journalist. Worked at a CD club, a record store chain and was editor in chief of an entertainment trade magazine. Have been in the radio business since 1987, producing and presenting shows. Was music director of several stations. Also, I developed the European Border Breakers Chart, Music Moves Europe Talent Chart and ESNS Chart. CEO of Werner Bros. tekst | uitleg.