extract from WWW.SKAMP.LT:

2004-07-13

Tuesday, July 20th will see the release of SKAMP's sunny new single "na na na". Along with the original version there will also be an acoustic version (just voice and guitar) as well as a reggae version and a Lithuanian version on the cd. The original version was written by Erica, Vee and Sean Kelly who's previously worked with Lisa Loeb and others. It was produced by Vee and Jez Coad who's currently producing the new "simple minds"album. "We were just in Lithuania for 3 weeks and performed the song in concerts and some events. People really seem to like the melody and the spirit of the song. It's really light-hearted. It's all about love and how it can make you crazy for whatever reason but, in the end you still love to love and be loved. So it's perfect for this time of year when everyone's in a good mood. :) I hope they enjoy the Lithuanian version of it too that'll be on the single." said Erica.

"SKAMP" - 1) an abbreviation of the Lithuanian word 'Savas Kampas' which means 'your niche'. 2) a wicked band in Lithuania.
Since 1998 SKAMP have reigned as one of the best live acts in Lithuania as well as The Baltic's. They're best known for kick-a** concerts and fusing together various styles of music to create their own eclectic cocktail. Over the years the trio have garnered many awards including Best Debut (1999), Best Band (2000, 2001,2004 & 2005) and Best Album (2000, 2001 & 2004) while Erica has won "Best Female Artist" (2001 & 2002) and Vee has won "Best Producer" (2000). SKAMP have opened for international acts like "The Black-Eyed Peas", "Macy Gray", "Kraftwerk" and Germany's own "5 Sterne Deluxe" among others and the band have toured and played at festivals all over Europe and America.

In August the new video for their latest tune "Reach" was premiered on the very first "MTV Making The Video" programme on MTV Baltic, they had the first "MTV LIVE" programme air their "SKAMP - Live&Deadly" concert which is now out on DVD and it was the first time an entire week was dedicated to one band.

While the new video "Reach" currently has heavy rotation on MTV Baltic, SKAMP are currently writing and recording a brand new album due out in 2008. Stay Tuned.

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