The South London-based electro-pop trio Chew Lips features singer Tigs, whose voice has been compared to Beth Ditto, Karen O, and even Liza Minnelli. The group formed in early 2008 and played their first show that spring at a friend’s house. The group later found a champion in BBC DJ Steve Lamacq, who asked Chew Lips to perform a session on his show and play at the Electric Proms Festival that fall. The band released their debut single, "Solo," on Kitsune early in 2009; the song showcased Chew Lips’ distinctive mix of brassy female vocals and Casiotone beats and melodies. "Salt Air" followed that summer. Their debut album, Unicorn, appeared in 2010, as did the Play Together EP. ~ Heather Phares