Taxi Violence had an immediate musical chemistry when they first got together in the 00s. The band create modern and vital blues-rock, while singer George van der Spy's distinctive, husky voice recalls rock legends like Led Zeppelin. Throughout their career they have remained fiercely independent, turning down an initial record deal after winning a battle of the bands contest, as they wanted to maintain complete creative control. It's an approach that's paid off—this awesome playlist shows what all the fuss is about.