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Max of Viral Peach: The Raw Nerve of Cigar Box Blues-Rock 

Max, frontman of cigar box guitar blues-rock band Viral Peach, is the driving force behind the group’s distinct sound and soul. As vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and sole songwriter, Max brings a wealth of experience and a fearless approach to music-making.

His contributions to the band’s Filthy Dirty album are especially defining. Not only did he craft the album’s gritty lyrical themes, but he also pioneered the band’s signature three-string guitar tone—an unpolished, visceral sound that sets Viral Peach apart. The use of cigar box guitars adds a raw, rootsy edge, giving their blues-rock foundation a strikingly authentic twist.

Max’s songwriting is sharp and emotionally charged, blending storytelling with bluesy grit. Onstage, his presence is magnetic—commanding yet sincere—anchoring the band’s high-energy performances with charisma and conviction.

At the heart of Viral Peach is a no-frills, all-feel philosophy—and Max embodies it completely.

Mick Castellano: The Fretless Force Behind Viral Peach

With over 5,000 live performances and an impressive list of studio credits to his name, Mick Castellano has carved out a reputation as one of the most inventive and reliable bassists working today. The fretless bass virtuoso behind genre-defying act Viral Peach, Castellano brings a fluid, melodic approach to the low end that seamlessly blends blues, rock, funk,  jazz and soul.

Picking up the bass at a very young age, Castellano’s musical journey has been one of relentless evolution and adaptability. His signature tone and fearless genre-hopping have made him a go-to collaborator for a wide range of artists across the musical spectrum. Whether on stage or in the studio, Castellano’s bass lines don’t just support the music—he elevates it.

Miles Sheppardson – Lead Guitarist, Viral Peach

In the simmering heart of Cambridgeshire’s underground blues scene, Miles Sheppardson stands as the incendiary force behind Viral Peach’s unmistakable sound. As lead guitarist for the UK’s foremost cigar-box blues-rock outfit, Sheppardson channels raw emotion through three strings and sheer grit, fusing backwoods blues tradition with a razor-sharp modern bite.

Before joining Viral Peach, Miles cut his teeth as a core member of the cult progressive outfit Sympton, appearing on all five of their albums. His work with Sympton showcased his versatility and fearless experimentation, laying the foundation for the bold, boundary-pushing style he brings to his current project.

Known for his inventive technique and unrelenting energy, Miles doesn’t just play the cigar-box guitar — he reinvents it. His style is equal parts roots revival and alt-rock rebellion, bringing a swaggering freshness to a time-worn genre. With every slide, bend, and distorted howl, Sheppardson carves out a space where vintage grit meets contemporary fire — and Viral Peach is all the louder for it.

Thorin “Fozzy” Dixon

Internationally acclaimed drummer

 Thorin “Fozzy” Dixon is the latest powerhouse to join the Viral Peach lineup, solidifying the foundation of the band’s rhythm section—affectionately dubbed “The dream rhythm section” Known for his dynamic style and razor-sharp precision, Dixon brings a wealth of experience from the road, having toured extensively with cult favorites Janus Stark and power-pop stalwarts The Contrast.
With a drumming style that’s equal parts finesse and fire, Fozzy’s arrival has injected a fresh creative charge into Viral Peach, elevating their sound to thrilling new heights. His intricate patterns and intuitive grooves are already reshaping the band’s sonic ballsy identity.
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