Duty Paid Society are a five piece pop act that I was made aware of earlier this month. But when I talk about pop, don't think of fluffy clouds and bubblegum: the Belfast natives are offering something far more refined, intelligent and powerful.

After getting together in 2009, led by the musician Duncan Campbell, Duty Paid Society have constructed an energetic show and a distinctive sound, with captivating lyrics and a overall experience that instantly draws you in. They have something very different to many other acts, but in a way that will captivate you and leave you eager to hear more. Their passion for music is apparent, and they offer a well crafted, and polished, final product. Campbell himself has performed alongside acts such as General Fiasco, Supergrass, Derry natives Fighting With Wire, and one of my all-time favourite bands, The Pigeon Detectives.

Their first release, "Chance in a Lifetime" was launched this month and has captured the interest of BBC Radio Ulster and Belfast music legend, Terri Hooley. The song has a fantastic feel, starting with a slow dose of guitar and vocals, later kicking in with the other instruments and voices and delivering a catchy sound and entrancing final product. They've been compared to Take That, but I even see similarities to Stars. It's well worth a listen.




 

"Chance of a Lifetime" is available now on iTunes.

Duty Paid Society are Duncan Campbell (Vocals/Guitar), Christine Bracewell (Vocals), Andrew Dougherty (Keys), Adam Booth (Bass) and Thomas Camblin (Drums).

 

For more information:

www.facebook.com/dutypaidsociety
www.soundcloud.com/dutypaidsociety