“Tootscats” is a band from Saratov, Russia, consisting of three former “Nice Cliques” members. What can be described as art rock with some elements of indie and prog rock, their music is noted for sophisticated arrangements and quite complex songs’ structures. “Tootscats” use a large array of instruments, which makes the group’s live gigs quite interesting to watch and listen to.

“Jason Clause” is the first album of the band. Although each song is a part of a single plot (which could be identified only by a keen listener, however), the record doesn’t seem to be tedious or awkward (which sometimes happens to conceptual art rock albums). All of 16 tracks flow smoothly, rhythms and styles change each other preventing listeners from getting bored.

Line-up:
Anton Solodky – guitar, keyboards, vocals
Roman Makarov – bass guitar, flute, keyboards, vocals
Alexander Kashev – drums & percussion, oboe, keyboards, vocals

With special guests:
Ilya Mishchenkov – violins
Leonid Moshkovich – double-bass