31st July 2008 - by Peter Ruppert
More Than Just Royworld's Name is Unique
With names like Dust and Elasticity, and a group name like
Royworld, you might find yourself asking just what exactly is
behind this rapidly rising indie rock group.
Comprised of just four members and featuring a keyboard as
their leading instrument, the group has only been in existence
for two years and just signed their first record deal earlier
this year. So, it is not surprising that many indie rock fans
are starting to sit up and take notice, yet wonder about this
eclectic new band. Though they may have been inspired by well
known music greats, Royworld is not like any other band that
has emerged in the last few years.
In fact, if there is one thing that is certain, it is that
Royworld is not even like any other indie band most fans have
yet to come across. Take their name for instance. You might
assume that at least one person in the group would bear the
name Roy. That would be the logical assumption, but not so.
Rod, Gerry, Tim and Miles are the four members of Royworld. Not
a Roy in sight, not even in the creative writing force behind
the group, Rod's brother Crispin. So, where on earth did they
come up with such a unique and catchy name? According to band
members, it was Rod who first stumbled across the name when he
saw a bowling alley in a small town in Wales that bore the
unlikely name of Royworld. He suggested the name to the other
members of the group and the rest, as they say, is history.
Since that time the quartet has been unassumingly known as
Royworld.
The distinctive edge of Royworld does not stop with just their
name. One of Royworld's earliest singles to be released,
'Elasticity', has gained a large following based on its one of
a kind sound as well as the message that the song puts forth.
Although the song hints at classic 1980s pop, it definitely has
its own unique and modern elements as well. Frontman Futrille
has described the song as telling the story of a man who is
literally paranoid about growing older and simultaneously
trying to hold onto his youth. In fact, many of Royworld's
songs seem to take on a story-telling format.
The inventive lyrics of Royworld's songs have certainly also
attracted numerous followers as well. 'Dust', which was
released in May of 2008, was quickly snatched upon by critics
as offering a depth that is encouraging, rich and
reflecting.
The group's debut album was released early in June of 2008 and
it would already seem that this album will propel the group to
even further acclaim and success. As of yet, plans have not
been announced for a second album, but considering the
popularity which the group has already attained, it is fairly
safe to say that Royworld will certainly be heading back to the
studios before long to begin working on new sound for a
follow-up album.
Source: http://www.megamusicsite.com
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