A band with a taste for the musically unusual, Russian Girlfriend’s songs are a display of power mixed with an evocative subtlety, affecting audiences on a primal, almost subliminal level. With influences throughout the musical spectrum, the driving force for the band’s songwriting is provided by Matt and Jools who, together with bassist Rob and drummer Dave assert a potent combination of searing vocals, compulsive rhythms, insistent harmony and brooding counterpoint.