It was November of 2008 when Singer/Songwriter Daz Gossage started penning songs with drummer Lee Epplestone in an old run down pub in Calne. Noticing an intriguing cover title of an old FHM Magazine which they thought would make an eye opening band name, The Porn Issue was born.
In April 2009, bassist Leo Pulvirenti tagged along for the ride and the trio have never looked back.
Now with two critically acclaimed EPs under their belts “Dog Bowling” in 2009 and “My Disguise” in 2010 (see media section of the official website) the band have racked up over 250 shows in Wiltshire and beyond and have built a raw, ferocious and enjoyable live reputation on the circuit.
With a sound so diverse from most bands, with everything from edgy pulsating riffs, to melodic soulful vocals, to elements of Jazz, this band could possibly be the Southwest’s best kept secret.
… but for how long?
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It’s this clash of muscle, soul and musical intellect that means you can envisage a time when they unleash their own “Killing in the Name Of” or “Time is Running Out” and I’ll be down the front when it happens.
Wiltshire Ocelot Magazine
The Porn Issue have a really nice sound, and some very interesting instrumentals as well, definitely ones to watch.
Marie Lennon – BBC Wiltshire Introducing
The Porn Issue possess what can only be described as a raw charm… making a little niche for themselves, they aren’t trying to sound like another band, they’re trying to mix it up. This is a band who seem like they’re enjoying what they’re doing.
Jodie Humphries, Live Music Scene
Like a fine wine, they are improving with time. With their totally original fusion of Funk and Rock, these guys are going places!
Ade Truelove – Eartunes Radio
This band encompasses so many genres so smoothly and sweetly. Daz, Leo and Lee are three extremely competent musicians whose combined efforts catalyse beautifully into The Porn Issue.
Nick Giles – livelifewest.com
For information on the band, you can also check out at the following websites:
