The Wutars

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The Wutars
Origin High Wycombe, England
Genres Rock, Pop, Indie Rock
Years active2005–2011 (Split)
LabelsVery Decent Music (2006–10)
Past members
  • Alex Gold
  • Maz Manzini
  • Alex Kew
  • Alex Valentine
  • Sam Hayward
  • Matt Taylor (Early Member)
Website Official MySpace Site

The Wutars were an English five piece rock band from High Wycombe, England. [1] Their final line up consisted of Alex Gold, Maz Manzini, Alex Kew, Alex Valentine and Sam Hayward before the band split in 2011.

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Their first record EP1 was released in July 2009 on the band's own label Very Decent Music. The second was the acoustic-driven EP2. The band supported such acts as The Divine Comedy (band), The King Blues, Master Shortie, Hayseed Dixie, Towers Of London, Glen Matlock, Spizzenergi and Pugwash.

History

The Wutars formed in 2005 whilst studying at Buckinghamshire New University. The original line-up was Alex Gold (vocals, guitar), Sam Hayward (drums), Maz Manzini (vocals, bass) and Matt Taylor (vocals, guitar). Taylor left the band in January 2006 and was replaced by Alex Valentine (bass, vocals) with Manzini switching to guitar. In September 2009, Alex Kew (vocals, guitar) made his debut with the band at London's 100 Club.

In July 2011, at the time of the release of EP2, they announced their break-up.

Band members

Discography

YearRelease details
2009EP1 (EP)
2011EP2 (EP)

Released songs

EP1

EP2

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References

  1. "The Wutars". BBC News. 26 October 2009. Retrieved 28 May 2024.