Putting their own unique spin on the sounds of the 90s rock heroes who inspired them, San Diego’s Tigers In Cairo are steadily rising in their city’s music scene and beyond. Today, they keep up the momentum from their debut last month with “Wavy Eyes,” a new single. The track finds lead vocalist David Martin embracing humility, looking back on past mistakes with a newfound sense of clarity: “I should have known / Wish I’d left you home / I should have shown up.” The band’s intricate guitar leads and thrashing drums provide a powerful sonic backdrop for the emotionally-charged lyrics, with guitarist Gavin Rhodes closing out the single with a dynamic guitar solo.

David explains the meaning behind the track: “Writing about true embarrassment and humility is difficult and humbling. This is the gist of what “Wavy Eyes” is about. [Previous to Tigers] I was feeling too comfortable with a live performance. Feeling too comfortable was my downfall by allowing myself too many drinks and I ruined what was supposed to be a great opportunity and experience. It’s still difficult to talk about and I still feel embarrassed, and singing this song is to keep it top of mind to keep myself in check.” 

“Wavy Eyes” follows up last month’s “Always Adored,” Tigers In Cairo’s first single as a group.The band, composed of drummer Matt Yansch, vocalist David Martin, bassist Dennis Smith, and guitarists Gavin Rhodes and Paul Skura, is based in San Diego, California. Formed as a result of Rhodes’ New Years resolution to start a band in his new hometown, the group came together via a Craigslist ad and local networking. Taking shape one puzzle piece at a time, Tigers In Cairo eventually solidified their lineup and band name. Inspired by the Cure’s “Fire In Cairo” and aspiring to embody the ferocity of an apex predator, the band began recording music. Combining Yansch’s sharp sense of arrangement, with Martin’s lyrics, and Rhodes’ and Smith’s riffs and progressions, Tigers In Cairo have landed on a unique sound that they are continuing to refine.

With much more music on the way, Tigers In Cairo is the local rock supergroup San Diego has been waiting for. Stay tuned for more from the band soon.

Stream “Wavy Eyes”: https://foundation-media.ffm.to/wavyeyes