Excited about the upcoming single release!!!
no ordinary fish is an Exeter-based 4-piece originals rock/pop band made up of Stu Pearce (bass guitar and vocals), Debbie Pearce (rhythm guitar and vocals), Rich Booth (lead and rhythm guitar) and their newest secret weapon Dean Young (drums). The latest lineup sees Stu switching from drums back to his main instrument of bass guitar. Their songs are catchy and eclectic with rich melodies, boy/girl harmony vocals and are influenced by quality 70s/90s bands like Fleetwood Mac, Blondie and Crowded House with a nod to the Beatles but mostly sound like themselves – a unique blend of guitar pop rock.
The 1st album brought together songs written by Stu and Debbie over 20 years and was generally more laid back; the 2nd is more punchy and upbeat and was written during times of significant challenge, hence the title and album cover symbol ‘Adverse Camber’. Their 3rd album is currently under construction.
Some of the most popular songs on Adverse Camber are Summer Song for its upbeat feel https://tinyurl.com/mshc5v6h, Closer I Am for its in-your-face punchiness https://tinyurl.com/3d5zah3f
and Shadowlands for its epic sweep https://tinyurl.com/47f3jfbd
Apart from the strength of the songs, the band’s Unique Selling Point is their ‘maturity’, their friendly and relatable on-stage presence, and how many singing bass players do you know who are overcoming the challenges of MS?!
The band has played several local festivals and charity events over the last 3 years with very pleasing feedback from audiences, and in October 2023 released their 2nd album ‘Adverse Camber’ via a brilliant live gig at Exeter Phoenix.
Reviews of Adverse Camber
“…they’ve honed a sound that’s both cohesive and unique” https://www.theindiegrid.co.uk/rock/a-scale-tipping-album-adverse-camber-by-no-ordinary-fish/
“.. effortlessly captures the spirit of the past while infusing it with a fresh, contemporary perspective … meticulous attention to detail in each track, from the thoughtful bass lines to the carefully textured guitar tones, makes this album a nostalgic yet contemporary masterpiece … an authentic and soulful album, delivering a musical experience that transcends time, appealing to both old and new generations of music lovers.” https://lessthan1000followers.com/2023/10/19/adverse-camber-by-no-ordinary-fish-a-nostalgic-ode-to-classic-rock-harmony/
“The writing is not only strong but also deeply introspective, as the band members explore life, love, and the world around them.” https://www.wewriteaboutmusic.com/reviews/no-ordinary-fish-adverse-camber
“The album forms a graceful harmony that shimmers in the indie-rock space. It’s hard, fast, fun and full of character” www.tjplnews.com
“… blends the golden era of classic rock with a touch of 90s alternative indie vibes. … a meticulously crafted front-to-back listening experience. The harmonies are exceptionally tight, showcasing the band’s chemistry and dedication to their craft.” https://boredcity.co/album-no-ordinary-fish-adverse-camber/
