The Studzies

The Latest Musical Sensation to Hit the Nation

If you haven't already heard of them, chances are you soon will. Made up of two..............studious friends, Charolene 'Charlie' Aranha and Linda 'Lindze' Abraham, this new band is a musical force that is definitely here to stir things up. Their music is refreshingly original; a unique blend of classical Pop and Hip-Hop, tinged with Rap, Opera and Soul. However, what sets them apart from the chaff is the pure simplicity of their music- they are unencumbered by any musical instrument, relying solely on talent. They may have just carved out a whole new genre.

From their humble beginnings of crooning over their telephones, much to Lindze's twin sister's less than delight, Studzies has surely grown. They recently performed their mind-blowing debut single, 'Distracted' in the the newly expanded Shoebox (to a full house), to cries of 'Encore'. Lindze's sister Lisha was in the audience, but was too teared up (either because of the emotional, hard hitting lyrics or................) to comment.

However, despite their success, the girls know where their priorities lie. "My studies come first" says Lindze solemnly. But does that mean that they'll be content with the title of 'One Hit Wonders'? heavens, no. "Once our exams are over, we'll be heading back to the bedrooms, for telephonic sessions" promises Charlie. And we can't wait and seek.

--The Studzies' debut single, 'Distracted (d'dee dee dee) hits stores this november--