Yourcodenameis:milo’s style was influenced by earlier post-hardcore/progressive bands, especially the likes of Cave In, Shellac, Fugazi, and At the Drive-In. Themes such as space/sci-fi dominate their sound and elements, such as track titles and artwork, were often quirky and in-line with a very specific motif the band created for themselves (The Designers Republic are responsible for the band’s early artwork with Storm Thorgerson producing artwork from the Rapt. Dept. EP onwards). While effects were used heavily, as with any post-hardcore band, overproduction is not evident and a raw sound is achieved on both albums. Critics of the album cite the production (often fuzzy and indistinguishable) as the reason the albums have not done well commercially; however, a common retort is that the production is an accurate representation of the band’s live performances, and suits the band. Yourcodenameis:milo announced on the 21st August 2007 that they had decided to put Yourcodenameis:milo on an indefinite hiatus. The five band members were: Adam Hiles (Guitar) |Justin Lockey (Lead guitar) |Paul Mullen (Vocals/Guitar) |Ross Harley (Bass guitar) |Shaun Abbott (Drums/Percussion) |On 16 January 2006 the band announced that drummer Paul Gamble-‘Bez’-Beresford had left Yourcodenameis:milo under amiable circumstances and was to be replaced by Shaun Abbott.| |
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