The Ordinary Boys

Britain's the Ordinary Boys are a brash, melodic rock outfit influenced by the classic '60s mod sound of the Kinks, as well as the '80s post-punk of bands like the Jam and the Smiths. Formed in 2002 in Worthing, England, near Brighton, the group (who borrowed their name from Morrissey's song "Ordinary Boys" off his 1988 solo debut Viva Hate), originally included Sam Preston (lead vocals, guitar), William J. Brown (guitar, vocals), Charles Stanley (drums), and James Gregory (bass). Initially, the group gained national exposure with opening slots for Stellastarr and the Thrill...