The Beat Maras were an alternative, psychedelic rock band active in England between 2006 and 2009. It was formed by Alex Templeton-Ward

Alex Templeton-Ward

Alex Templeton-Ward is an English musician, poet, artist, writer and film maker. Having worked for several publications including Vice magazine, Horse and Hound, The Field and Country Life, he is currently the editor of Livemusic.fm...

 and Stuart Ward in Cornwall whilst attending Falmouth College of Arts. The band released 'The Huaraz E.P' and album 'Bat and The Astral Phoenix' through Jezus Factory Records. Both records were produced by Ian Button

Ian Button

Ian Button is an English guitarist best known for being in the band Death in Vegas and The Thrashing Doves . Though Death in Vegas' main creative force Richard Fearless and Tim Holmes are often regarded as the only 2 permanent members of the band, Button's contribution was significant throughout...

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