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Class of 2008: Maths Class

'Recently when one of us was in the shower, part of the bathroom roof and wall collapsed, leaving them exposed to the great outdoors.'

It's 2008: and no, we're not sure where the last twelve months went either. What we are fairly certain about, however, is that it popped up more than a couple of ace bands for us to get all excited about.

We've taken the best of the bunch that got DIY Towers buzzing and quizzed them about both themselves and what they might get up to in the next 12 months. Not universally sure fire bets for unit shifting superstardom, we're expecting good things from them all.

Someone ring the bell, then. The Class of 2008 is in.

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Brighton boys Maths Class are, on occasion, a riotous bunch, managing during their recent set at This Is Fake DIY: Live! to simultaneously destroy the drumkit, unplug the synths and fall off stage, taking the microphone stand with them. We're assured that 'doesn't usually happen', but in all essence, it was all rather fun. Their brilliant brand of punky math-rock is surely destined to reach a wider audience during 2008.

The band's double A-side debut single 'Emporio Laser' / 'Cushion Glamour' can be bought here.

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Who are you, and what do you do?
We are Maths Class. We are a band.

Lazily, compare yourselves to at least three well-ish-known bands in a semi-comical way.
The riffs of Megadeth, the beats of Cypress Hill, the sick rhymes of NWA.

What's the best thing about being in a band so far?
Flapjacks.

...and what's the worst?
Realising there is no money to be made.

Why do you think 2008 is going to be a great year for Maths Class?
There's gonna be a car crash in 2009. P.S. We're involved.

Are you making any new years' resolutions?
Avoid 2009.

If people were to listen to just one of your songs, which one would you hope it was and why?
'Nerves'. When it's recorded. Why not?

Where do you hope to be in twelve months' time?
Wearing sunglasses indoors. L.A.

What's the worst piece of advice anyone's ever given you?
Hey you gotta check out my band...

If Maths Class were to have a motto, what would it be?
"LAP THAT UP, YOU BASTARDS"

What would be your reaction if someone were to cover one of your songs on X Factor?
See above.

Do you have an album in the pipeline?
We have an EP, which will hopefully be out spring 2008.

Who'd be your dream producer to work with?
Pre-Lana-Clarkson-Phil-Spector

Remixes are, it would seem, 'all the rage'. Who would you just love to remix one of your tracks?
DJ Vodka.

What does it take to be a fan of Maths Class?
Broadband.

What's the weirdest thing anyone's done at one of your gigs?
Clap

Tell us something random yet interesting about you.
Our house is in a varying state of disrepair, and recently when one of us was in the shower, part of the bathroom roof and wall collapsed, leaving them exposed to the great outdoors. Ironically enough, it was raining.

You're part of the DIY Class of 2008 - what was your favourite subject at school?
DIY