The Senton Bombs
Punk, Rock, Hard rock
From: Blackpool, United Kingdom
Band Members
- Joey Class - Bass & Vocals
- Damien Kage - Guitars & Backing
- Jimmy Kage - Lead & Mischief
- Johnny B. Bomb - Drums (03-07)
- Josh Dread - Drums
About Band
The self proclaimed ‘Kings of Wrestle Rock’ The Senton Bombs were formed in the December of 2003 in the sleepy seaside town of Bispham, Blackpool. Originally known as ‘The Terrorists’ they unleashed their unique brand of ‘punk infected rock n roll’ onto the local scene in the summer of 2004 and by the end of the year were already creating a stir as a part of a local alternative rock movement.
Lead by former wrestling champion Joey Class (bass & vocals), The infamous guitar tag-team of the Kage brothers, Damien and Jimmy and ‘The Skin-Buster’ Johnny B. Bomb (Drums) quickly established themselves as one of Blackpool’s most promising bands.
Into 2005 they reached the semi-finals of the largest unsigned battle of the bands in the UK and began appearing regularly at top venues around the North-West. With the help of the growing rock collective(Known widely as FELCH) and local venue Jenx-Liquidlounge, the Bombs managed to raise £500 for the West Memphis 3 (www.wm3.org) in an effort to raise local awareness for an injustice against three like-minded individuals on the other side of the world. The year was complete with the release of their first record release entitled ‘DDT’, a 5-track EP which received solid reviews in Strummer and Blackpool Rox magazines respectively.
Riding high on the momentum of ‘DDT’ and numerous successful gigs The Bombs popularity was at a high as they entered 2006. With a reputation as a high energy, passionate and entertaining band the gig offers began to pour in. Within 6 months they appeared at three different festivals: The Darwen Festival (headlined by the Blockheads), The Cellar Bar Charity festival (Blackburn) and The Summer Daze Festival. The latter saw Blackpool label ‘Just say no to government music’ release ‘The Ugly Truth About Blackpool Volume 2’ which featured The Senton Bombs ‘Surf 6-66’ from their next EP release ‘Death Valley Driver’.
‘Death Valley Driver’ was the Bombs 2006 offering and is arguably their best record to date. The 5-track EP was far superior to ‘DDT’ in terms of recording quality and the songs quickly became popular local anthems. Tracks ‘Violet Black’, ‘Justice Lost’, Surf 6-66’, ‘You Live You Buy You Die’ and ‘Rogue Style’ have since been featured on various compilations (Misery of Sound, U.T.A.B, UK:FY) and have been played on various radio stations.
2007 has been a bit of a rollercoaster for our favourite Wrestle-Rockers. Beginning the year playing support to a host of big bands including the Epoxies (Fat Wreck-Chords), The Imperial Vipers, One Way System and C.J. Wildheart (of ‘The Wildhearts’ fame), The Senton Bombs stepped it up a gear in an effort to move on to the big stage. After receiving great reviews following their appearance at Blackpool’s ‘Blasted Festival’ they released their latest record ‘Crimson Mask’, a 7-track EP mainly featuring songs from early 2004 that the band felt deserved to be recorded. To promote this and discuss their growing reputation and future ambitions, The Bombs were invited on Sean McGintys Radio Lancashire show – ‘Brian’. Taking part in the 30 minute interview The Bombs outlined their intentions to continue writing their catchy brand of songs and to maintain and improve their intensely energetic live performances.
It was shortly after this that long-time friend and drummer Johnny B. Bomb announced he would be leaving the band to pursue his career as a record producer. With no changes from the original line-up in the initial three and a half years of the band it came as quite a shock to members and supporters alike. Fortunately, Before the spot was made officially open, The Bombs had received a number of offers to take on the Senton Kit. Amongst them was the super-talented 18 year old Josh Dread, who already had 4 years of live experience under his belt . It was a quick and easy decision for the band and no time was lost in transition.
Currently the band are continuing to perform live whilst working on a new studio record with Johnny B. Bomb in his new capacity. With gig offers coming from far and wide, expect to see The Senton Bombs showing up on your doorstep sometime soon. Until then you can keep up to date via their myspace: www.myspace.com/thesentonbombs
Lead by former wrestling champion Joey Class (bass & vocals), The infamous guitar tag-team of the Kage brothers, Damien and Jimmy and ‘The Skin-Buster’ Johnny B. Bomb (Drums) quickly established themselves as one of Blackpool’s most promising bands.
Into 2005 they reached the semi-finals of the largest unsigned battle of the bands in the UK and began appearing regularly at top venues around the North-West. With the help of the growing rock collective(Known widely as FELCH) and local venue Jenx-Liquidlounge, the Bombs managed to raise £500 for the West Memphis 3 (www.wm3.org) in an effort to raise local awareness for an injustice against three like-minded individuals on the other side of the world. The year was complete with the release of their first record release entitled ‘DDT’, a 5-track EP which received solid reviews in Strummer and Blackpool Rox magazines respectively.
Riding high on the momentum of ‘DDT’ and numerous successful gigs The Bombs popularity was at a high as they entered 2006. With a reputation as a high energy, passionate and entertaining band the gig offers began to pour in. Within 6 months they appeared at three different festivals: The Darwen Festival (headlined by the Blockheads), The Cellar Bar Charity festival (Blackburn) and The Summer Daze Festival. The latter saw Blackpool label ‘Just say no to government music’ release ‘The Ugly Truth About Blackpool Volume 2’ which featured The Senton Bombs ‘Surf 6-66’ from their next EP release ‘Death Valley Driver’.
‘Death Valley Driver’ was the Bombs 2006 offering and is arguably their best record to date. The 5-track EP was far superior to ‘DDT’ in terms of recording quality and the songs quickly became popular local anthems. Tracks ‘Violet Black’, ‘Justice Lost’, Surf 6-66’, ‘You Live You Buy You Die’ and ‘Rogue Style’ have since been featured on various compilations (Misery of Sound, U.T.A.B, UK:FY) and have been played on various radio stations.
2007 has been a bit of a rollercoaster for our favourite Wrestle-Rockers. Beginning the year playing support to a host of big bands including the Epoxies (Fat Wreck-Chords), The Imperial Vipers, One Way System and C.J. Wildheart (of ‘The Wildhearts’ fame), The Senton Bombs stepped it up a gear in an effort to move on to the big stage. After receiving great reviews following their appearance at Blackpool’s ‘Blasted Festival’ they released their latest record ‘Crimson Mask’, a 7-track EP mainly featuring songs from early 2004 that the band felt deserved to be recorded. To promote this and discuss their growing reputation and future ambitions, The Bombs were invited on Sean McGintys Radio Lancashire show – ‘Brian’. Taking part in the 30 minute interview The Bombs outlined their intentions to continue writing their catchy brand of songs and to maintain and improve their intensely energetic live performances.
It was shortly after this that long-time friend and drummer Johnny B. Bomb announced he would be leaving the band to pursue his career as a record producer. With no changes from the original line-up in the initial three and a half years of the band it came as quite a shock to members and supporters alike. Fortunately, Before the spot was made officially open, The Bombs had received a number of offers to take on the Senton Kit. Amongst them was the super-talented 18 year old Josh Dread, who already had 4 years of live experience under his belt . It was a quick and easy decision for the band and no time was lost in transition.
Currently the band are continuing to perform live whilst working on a new studio record with Johnny B. Bomb in his new capacity. With gig offers coming from far and wide, expect to see The Senton Bombs showing up on your doorstep sometime soon. Until then you can keep up to date via their myspace: www.myspace.com/thesentonbombs
