aaamusic | On 19, Oct 2011

THE DUKE SPIRIT TO SUPPORT WHITE LIES AND RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘DON’T WAIT’ ON 21ST NOVEMBER

‘…a record that captures just why people got so excited about the band’s evocative psychedelic blues when they first emerged…’ – Sunday Times Culture

’Bruiser proves they’re still putting up a hell of a fight’ – NME

’the band have produced their finest moment to date’ – Clash

‘…a quiver inducing return – 4/5’ – Q


The Duke Spirit have announced the release of new single ‘Don’t Wait’ on November 21st. This is the second track to be taken from the band’s critically acclaimed album ‘Bruiser’.
The five piece from London; Liela Moss, Toby Butler, Luke Ford, Olly Betts and Marc Sallis; have been touring in support of their new record, including a sell out show at London’s Scala and an electrifying album launch show performed in the middle of a professional boxing ring. You can view a time lapse of the boxing ring being constructed here <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmMsd_ylfr4>

’Don’t Wait’ is an incredibly sensual yet tough rock and roll offering from The Duke Spirit, that builds to a feverish climax. Here the band are mixing prowling guitars, witchy percussion, and primal drumming, with the inimitable vocal delivery of Liela Moss. The recording sessions for ‘Bruiser’ were fuelled by the band’s rekindled appreciation for evocative space, finding breath within a minimal approach and revealing the shadows in the corners of the songs.
Bruiser is the third album from The Duke Spirit, following on from their much lauded debut Cuts Across The Land and 2008’s Neptune.
The Duke Spirit have had a few adventures collaborating with the fashion world also — designers Philip Lim and the late Alexander McQueen called Liela their muse.

Recently the band performed two tracks on Later With Jools Holland, you can view their performance of ‘Don’t Wait’ here <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRWbEZa9ar4> .

The Duke Spirit have also been confirmed as support on White Lies upcoming UK & European tour, which includes a Wembley Arena show on December 17th.

12-Dec-11          Wolverhampton          Civic          w/White Lies
13-Dec-11          Manchester          Apollo          w/White Lies
15-Dec-11          Glasgow          Academy          w/White Lies
17-Dec-11          London          Wembley Arena          w/White Lies

For more information on ticket availability and dates please check http://thedukespirit.com/