Suite 88

Naked Dave’s Local Distortion

September 16, 2009

by David Johnson

Local act Suite 88 opened up for V of J. This band is a hot young hard rock band composed of four members—all born in ’88. Clearly influenced by bands from the heyday of classic rock and heavy metal, this young quartet reminds us of what rock ‘n’ roll is supposed to be.

Lead vocalist Mike Gunns’ on-stage presence and innuendo-laden lyrics give the band their edge up front, while the searing lead guitar of Kolton Lee perfectly compliments a tight rhythm section. Newest member Vick Bourne’s bass playing controls the bottom end with melodic sensibility, and drummer Jesse Clutch pounds out a solid backbeat, giving this band a powerful sound that is impossible to ignore.

The boys truly embody the raucous, rebellious spirit of rock & roll that we’ve been missing for so long—there is simply nothing else like Suite 88 around.

Published in: AZ Weekly Magazine
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