The Silent Boys is an indie-pop band that has been silently playing and recording music for the past three decades. Its founder and leader, Wallace Dietz, is an avid indie-pop fan who cites influences from bands such as the Chameleons, the Cure, Joy Division, the Felt, Durutti Column, McCarthy, Echo & the Bunnymen, Adorable, the Go-Betweens, Sad Lovers and Giants, the Miracle Legion, the Replacements, Ride, and even jangle pop bands like the Bats, the Chills, the Sea Urchins and the Field Mice. The two other permanent members of the band include bass and lead guitarist John Suchocki and drummer John Morand. Prior to their debut "Beauty Tips" CD, the Silent Boys released songs on various compilations including: Will There be Time for Tea (Morgan Leah), Seven Summers (Kindercore/Tweenet), and You Thought It Was the End of the World When the Rain Ruined Your Hair (Firestation Tower).


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