Heavenbound

Formed in 1994, Phatfish started out with strong acid-jazz / funk tendencies but with each album these influences have become less and less predominant. Phatfish have adapted to changing musical taste and Heavenbound is a more of a straightforward rock album. Although the band has lost something of their musical distinctiveness, Phatfish's trademark complex rhythms, courtesy of brothers Nathan and Luke Fellingham, are still very much present. Lots of jangly guitars and Louise Fellingham's distinctive vocals make for a tight, but pleasantly 'raw' sound.

Jon Mason