Shock of the New: The Achilles

YOU MAY NOT HAVE HEARD OF:
The Achilles from that ole' chestnut, New Cross.

IN A NUTSHELL, THEY'RE A BIT LIKE:
An old-skool riff machine, with supercharged batteries and a whiskey-soaked preacher up front.

FROM WHAT WE CAN TELL:
They come from the same South London scene as Buffalo, and even used to share members. The band have got a reputation for combining showmanship with savagery - so don't expect meekness.

IT'S ONLY A FIRST DATE, BUT WE'RE THINKING:
The Who fronted by Nick Cave, with added turbo-boosters.

AND HERE'S THAT INEVITABLE MYSPACE:
www.myspace.com/theachillesuk