Based in Glasgow and featuring members of Idlewild and Stretchheads, Desalvo twist the influence of hardcore and metal, assimilating the sounds of traditional hardcore like Converge, Mastodon and Black Flag with the psychedelic madness of Butthole Surfers. Recorded at Chem19 Studios with producer Paul Savage (Mogwai, Arab Strap, Malcolm Middleton), their 2008 debut album Mood Poisoner is a punishing ride but an exhilarating experience all the same.