What’s the scene like in Northampton?

Tom:  Northampton is a strange place really.  There's a lot of great bands coming and to have come from here (the on/offs, the departure, tanaou, sympathy state, the moons)
but no one ever sounds alike, which is a good thing I reckon.

Is it an easy place to play?

Tom:  It's been really good to us so far but it can be tough.  People tend to be a bit lazy cuz there are so many bands playing most nights.

Where do you get your inspiration?

Tom:  Bits of everything I think. Myself and Nik write the majority of the tracks so its a mix of everyday stuff and trying to look at things in a positive way, but it always sounds a bit dowdy.

What music are you listening to at the moment?

Tom:  Loads - Gaslight Anthem, Wintersleep, MGMT, Parts & Labor, Al Bowly... and always The Boss.

What’s your dream collaboration?

Tom:  Mr. Bruce Springsteen... At the Drive-In... Paul McCartney... Dave Grohl drumming on anything we play?

Cheers Tom.  It’s been a real pleasure.  Good luck with the album and tour. 

The New Cassettes debut album, 'the art of...' will be available in the UK from June 1st but you can check out their great sound now on www.myspace.com/newcassettes