The Empire Lights

"She may have had record offers from the likes of Sony and Universal Germany, but Australian singer Sarah Star felt the lure of Cork's music scene too strong to resist. There, she joined with guitarist Dave, bassist Barry and drummer Ronan to form Love Street, a project that pulled their disparate influences together (Michael Jackson, Thin Lizzy, Coldplay) in a remarkably cohesive manner. Now called The Empire Lights, the name may have changed but their devotion to throwing varying sounds and styles into their collective musical pot remains as strong as ever. Seductive soul sits alongside skyscraping guitar solos. Chris Martin pianos jostle alongside vintage funk. 'Don't Rush A Good Thing' is an excellent starting point. Kings of Leon fronted by a Ronette anyone?"