Hoof are an English Alternative/Rock band from Nottingham. The band members are: Wayne Banks-Bass and Vocals, Jason Banks-Guitar and Vocals and Ploff-Drums. The band are famous for their musicianship and improvisational style. They cannot really be described as one any genre as their musical style involves such a wide range of different influences. They include a lot of humour in their music but also make quite pointed political statements. The band are a true co-operative with no primary songwriter. They have been around for approximately 10 years.. Besides the band, the members are all seasoned session musicians. Wayne is currently Bassist for the Robin Gibb Band.Wayne and Jason are in German metal band "Messiah's Kiss" too. Hoof have provided soundtrack and film scores for many projects over the years, including Ripcurl, Billabong, Red Bull and others associated with the extreme sports scene (http://www.myspace.com/HoofMusicUK)