IVAN Campo isn't just a Bolton Wanderers super Spaniard with big hair.

He shares his name with a nu-folk foursome from Preston who will take you on a journey through the mysteries of their minds.

Characterised by a playful suspense, the songs of Will Rogers, 25, Ben Atha, 25, Adam Shaw, 24, and John O'Hare, 25, are as likely to be about the unsolved death of Alexander Litvinenko as they are about love and loss.

The band, who all met while studying at the University of Central Lancashire, are influenced by artists as varied as Devendra Banhart, Nick Harper and Arcade Fire - and Wanderers' fan Adam is responsible for their name.

But drummer John O'Hare explains that the band tend to pursue their own style.

"It's hard to say what influences us really. We tend to be as interested in stories and individuals as we are in particular bands," he said.

Playing regularly and frequently in London, Manchester and Preston, Ivan Campo most recently appeared at the 12 Bar in the capital and have supported Shack at the Lowry, Salford.

But their regular gigging spot in Preston is the ever-popular Railway - and their next planned concert in the city will be at the Kolor Bar, a venue soon to host feted London singer Jamie T.

Many of their songs have also been collected into a literary work, the Book of Cambodia, an alternative world populated by their characters and set in a fictional geography dictated by their stories.

Their self-directed videos also echo the gentle yet unexpected pace of their sounds -with Hitchcock an obvious inspiration.

The band have collected a loyal gathering, and even have some celebrity fans.

Yorkie from 90s band Space, who runs MD Music Management, is a fan.

"They have a unique and mildly unsettling sound, like David Lynch circa Blue Velvet. Can't recommend them enough," he said.

Ivan Campo are next playing in Preston at the Kolor Bar, 14 Church Street, Preston on February 25. Call 01772 561511.