A harmonic hard rock band, Saigon Kick at times crossed over into alternative without alienating their rock fans. The group considered themselves a thinking-man's band with intelligent and thought provoking lyrics. Formed in Miami, Florida by Matt Kramer (vocals), Jason Bieler (guitar), Tom DeFile (bass) and Phil Varone (drums), the band managed to build up a solid following in their native Florida and eventually got signed to Atlantic records.