Frontman Gary Kingham from Reading quartet Mellor has kindly recorded an acoustic version of the bands tracks ‘Arms Length’ and ‘Delicate’ for us here at Indie Buddie to help relieve the boredom of the lockdown. The recordings add a new dimension to these catchy tracks. If you were planning to go to one of the bands shows before the Covid – 19 madness had them rudely reschedule this will satisfy those cravings for a live Mellor show, for a little while at least.
Mellor have received radio support from Abbie McCarthy, Radio 1; Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music; John Kennedy, Radio X; Charlie Ashcroft, Elise Cobain, Frankie Francis, Jim Gellatly and Scott McGerty from Amazing Radio to name a few. The band have also featured on Spotify’s Hot New Bands, Indie List and Transistor playlists as well as Amazons Best New Bands playlist, and Apple Music’s Breaking Rock & The A-List.
You can watch the acoustic videos for ‘Arms Length’ and ‘Delicate’ below
Mike Paterson takes a unique approach to song writing. Formerly the lead singer of rock group Travis Oaks, Mike now likes to craft intricate, vocal driven melodies, full of nostalgia and insight. He writes, records, and produces his own work. Previously releasing work as Mike Paterson, he has simplified his moniker to just Paterson.
Paterson’s sound is truly unique. He uses darkened reverb layered soundscapes which swirl between jangly guitar lines to create an echoed dream-like distortion with hints of psychedelia. This live stream is going to be an enjoyable experience for sure.
You can stream ‘Stuck Around’ below to get a taste of Paterson’s style
Asylums are set to take over our Instagram and Facebook this Sunday 5th April at 8pm for a live stream.
Frontman of Southend’s finestAsylums, Luke Branch will play songs from the albums ‘Killer Brain Waves’ (2016) Alien Human Emotions (2018) and the forthcoming third album due this Summer.
It’s been a huge 18 months for Asylums. As recent recipients of the prestigious and hard-to-score PRS Momentum Fund, their next leap forward seems gilded, greased, and good-to-go. Current single ‘Catalogue Kids’ finding a warm home at BBC 6 Music, Radio X and Kerrang! Radio, as well as playlist adds at Deezer and Spotify and nods from The Independent, Kerrang! and Louder Sound has only increased expectation and excitement for album number 3.
These guys have a blistering fuzz filled sound brimming with attitude and gusto and whether its acoustic or not their songs carry themselves with power and timeless charm. I for one can’t wait to see Luke whack out these bangers.
As a taster you can stream the band’s recent single’ Catalogue Kids’ below
On Friday night, Dublin based TOYGIRL had their ‘Moonlight Velvet’ single launch in The Sound House Dublin. A night of time stopping tunes, musical poise and fun this young band set the bar high. With only two released tracks so far they took The Sound House by storm and characterised themselves as a band to keep an eye on.
Nicetry kick started the night. This band is utterly mesmerising. They create beautiful tunes that lull with sweet melodies and earthy qualities. Eunice Saraiva’s vocals soothe with calming tones as her vocals coo and caress the soft wispy melodies with elegance and passion. The backdrop exudes wonderful prismatic hues of scintillation, distortion and psychedelia – it’s amazing how this band provides such chaos and calm all at once. Danilo Ward’s bass weaves and rumbles with intricate grooves while Cian McDaid lets it all go on guitar – shrilling, dazing and crashing between the lush delicate vocal melodies and constant rhythmic pulse provided by Cam Teehan’s rich drumming. The contrast is so thrilling and superb. The band’s heavy moments are intense, vibrant and all consuming yet they maintain a noir-pop stillness throughout as they stealthily groove and weave between these moments of utter musical splendour. With tight spine chilling harmonies Nicetry are a joy to listen to.
The crowd rush forward as TOYGIRL take to the stage. The bands soulful alternative pop reverbs through the venue creating a groove laced atmosphere that has the crowd dancing from the very start. TOYGIRL are a dark horse. Their vivid multi-genre blending, creates a sound truly unique which comes to life in the live setting. They ignite the crowd with funky grooves, R&B elements and a rich full bodied sound. Hannah Worrall’s vocals are truly spectacular; her ability to coo with warm depths and emotional tones as well as surge with soulful power is what ties the band’s compelling sound together. Her vocals puncture the atmosphere with sheer clarity. Yes the band have tracks that haunt, lull and stop time in an instant but boy! can they dance, groove and party as well. There is an effortless swagger about this band and a maturity on stage that is to be admired. If I wasn’t aware how new this band is I would claim their maturity is due to years of experience. They banter with the jubilant crowd between songs and jam through a pause in their set as Ciaran Whelband runs for his capo ( which was left in the green room). We even experience a bass mishap that requires Aran Hopkinson to borrow a bass from Nicetry, but this doesn’t really disrupt the night, the band jam and banter through it and within moments they are back into the set list.
There are a number of special moments in the set. Guitarist Fiachra O’Mahony taking to vocals was a pleasant surprise as Worrall’s haunting harmonies blend perfectly with his velvety lilt. TOYGIRL flesh out their sound with sublime bass lines intricate, vibrant drums and sharp, sweet guitar elements and within the live setting their tracks are mesmerising. The crowd knew every word and went crazy for the band’s debut single ‘Reign’. The magnificent new track that brought us all to this celebration ‘Moonlight Velvet’ (which was released only a few hours before the show) was bellowed back by the crowd while an impressive rendition of Estelle’s ‘American Boy’ had the crowd eating out of the palm of the bands hand. TOYGIRL succeeded in sending chills around the audience as well as bringing some infectious alternative pop and slinky grooves. Not only do they make strikingly beautiful music with their unique sound, they can switch between tenderness and intensity with such ease and fill a room with a warming radiance.
By the time the last strum on guitar had faded, I was already hungry for more, Worrall’s vocals and the band’s hypnotic alternative neo-soul is highly addictive. They have some bangers in their repertoire which display powerful emotive musicianship and striking lyricism. Their music evokes a myriad of emotions while thrilling and tantalisng the imagination and senses of the listener which is a rare gift to possess. I should warn you once you see them live you will be hooked. This band have a lot more to offer and judging from the unreleased tracks the band played TOYGIRL are a band to get excited about.
Indie pop quartet modernlove. had their first headline show with Aiken Promotions last Friday with support from TOY GIRL and BRIDGES.The band presented a firecracker of a show filled with synth pop anthems, R&B elements and jazz flavourings.
Dublin based alternative band TOY GIRL kick start the night.Wholly mesmerising this band provides a sound filled with delicate intricacies and rich rhythms that submerge the listener in an endless pool of psychedelic hues and rippling undercurrents.With fragmented guitar pines that venture between crashing moments and funk elements to sweet lush indie tones the band layer their set meticulously, gradually bringing you further into a lulled stage of trance.These guys are fine musicians, the gentle and harsh biting elements are perfectly blended to drift and elegantly slip into each other with a majestic tonality that is utterly compelling. Exuding oodles of passion in each track, Hannah Worrall’s emotive crisp vocals are perhaps the most fascinating constant throughout the set. She lulls and broods with soulful tones as the wispy soundscapes caress and flutter around her immaculate voice. With their extremely tight sound, fine musicianship and calming stage presence TOY GIRL are a must see.
Bridgwater / London band BRIDGES follow. I have a lot of respect for these guys. They provided warm powerful tunes with vigor while battling some frustrating sound issues and rude feedback interruptions coming through the speakers on the night. A set brimming with earnestness and passion the band flood the room with warmth. Ethan Proctor’s vocals glide effortlessly over cosy melodies with a soft rasp and powerful drive as the band flesh out rich bass lines, sweet guitar twinkles and chiming keys between the meaty drum foundation.Members of the crowd dance and request songs as the band play their hearty tunes with charming smiles and a cheerful radiance.With ebullient sing along ready choruses and pretty slick guitar work BRIDGES put on one dynamic and enthusiastic set.
As the crowd rush forward modernlove. take to the stage.This young band is becoming known for their infectious mature indie pop and catchy songs. I wondered how they would hold up in the live setting. As it turns out … pretty damn well. Barry Lally’s vocals never falter through their longest set so far, his vocals manage to become stronger and more potent as the set progresses. The four piece feed off the crowds enthusiasm delivering a vibrant show of bubbling tunes, massive sing along moments and a little banter. ‘Us’ and ‘Bop’ have the audience dancing as the bands illustrious indie pop shimmers and sparkles into the crowd, igniting them almost instantly.The bands sound is at its best live- more edgy and punchy the music surges into the body compelling you to bop along. Cian McCluskey deftly belts those drums like his life depends on it and perhaps he is the puppeteer making us all dance. The wonderful contrast between the fruity sweet guitar jingles and brawny pull on drums creates the perfect fluctuant soundscape to pull anyone up to dance. Their fans are perhaps just as jubilant as the band’s songs pulling strangers from the side of the stage to dance with them as the venue’s floor becomes buoyant and spongy from all the jumping and dancing. The band glance at each other with cheeky smiles confirming the night’s success as Graham Fagan executes glossy guitar riffs and licks with ease while nodding in acknowledgement to members of the crowd shouting his name. Half-way through the set the dancing hasn’t faulted one iota and neither has the singing along. The crowd knew every word, even the rapid tongue twister in ‘Liquorice’ was shouted back to the band with such passion and excitement. Bassist Daniel Rooney lays down that all important fluid elasticity that truly moves the soul with the body. He injects funky elements into their tracks with fruity stings on guitar as the synth elements and honeyed melodies create a candy-floss sweetness that wisps the venue into an ethereal cloud of delight. With each chorus there is an eruption from the audience as their eyes glisten through the glitzy indie pop atmosphere. modernlove. end their set with new single ‘Hard to Tell You’ leaving the crowd shouting for one more tune to which due to curfew the band could not oblige but hey it left us all craving to see another modernlove. show.
For a young band, moderlove. have a compelling stage presence. Their heartfelt, infectious tunes exceed all expectations within the live setting. The Sound House witnessed something special last Friday. These guys have a bright future ahead.
We sat down to have a chat with Isaac Butler in The Library Bar at Central Hotel Dublin. We talked about how he crafts his songs and his inspirations as well as how he likes to conduct his shows. Isaac also performed two acoustic tracks for us ‘Young Forever’ and ‘Good Enough’ check them out below.
January has a reputation for being a dull, cold and uninteresting month however Whelans refused to allow it to dampen their punters mood. With Donal Quinn playing Whelan’s Midnight hour with support from The Collective and The Bowie Ball night featuring tribute act Heroes From Mars to wander into after… they made sure we forgot all our January blues.
Dublin five piece The Collective kick started the show. The band embrace the task of warming up the crowd with ease. Their pop sprinkled indie tunes which are saturated in sun-kissed tones had a warm and glorious effect on our ears as their honeyed melodies melt upon the effervescent instrumental backdrop. Even with their bassist Cian Moran missing, the band had the crowd in the palm of their hands from the get go. Their cheeky banter and wonderful indie tunes had the crowd dancing and bopping happily. For a young band about to do their leaving cert they certainly have a charismatic and charming stage presence.Guitarist/vocalists Daniel Clarke and Taylor Byrne constantly engaged with the crowd creating a friendly and fun atmosphere “we want you to sing along even if you think its shite..sing along”. One woman in particular spiraled round the dance floor to every tune hopping, wiggling and twirling to their infectious tunes. They allow her to name one of their songs before they played it so i guess now it’s called “ love your face”.
With songs laced in tasty guitar melodies, groove infested drums and chiming keys the band sprinkle some joyous radiance into the venue. Their tracks are catchy from the unforgettable ‘’la la la la “ of ‘Forgettable’ to the sweet melodies in ‘Friends’ and ‘Love On The Streets’ – they have a solid set list. With quirky guitar moves, slick sweet licks and a charismatic presence the band keep everyone on their toes. Ogylle Salvador lays down the body moving beat while Stefan Isbanda tackles the keys to complete their vibrant vigorous sound. This bands musical talent and youthful energetic sound make them ones to keep an eye on .
Donal Quinn strolls on stage. His chilled presence slices through the wild atmosphere created by The Collective. He saunters off the stage to rally the crowd to the front, the crowd happily move forward in anticipation as Quinn begins ‘Do You Like Spicy Food?… ‘. This rapid number re-induces the hyper crowd as they bop along and whoop to his cheeky lyrics. He is alone on stage with just his acoustic guitar which should feel cold and isolating however his presence exudes warmth. He commands the stage..the crowd is enamored by Quinn’s vocal prowess especially for the “ the roof, the roof, the roof is on fire” lyric. Quinn chats between songs and tune ups while galloping through his set list. Dressed all in black there isn’t much fuss.. just good tunes. ‘Twat’, ‘3am’ (which Quinn’s integrates James’ ‘Sit Down’ into the crescendo) and a slick cover of ‘That’s Entertainment’ by The Jam and Arctic Monkeys’ ‘When The Sun Goes Down’ cause subtle swaying and bopping among the crowd as his rasped Drogheda-twanged tonality warms the tracks vibrant melodies. A quirky anecdote about his hair being ruined by rain and wind while filming the video for ‘ Bubble’ has the crowd chuckling as he charms them into the second half of his performance.
Quinn puts oodles of passion and emotion into his tracks and it sometimes translates into, an eyes closed performance, however his emotive and passionate lyrics enthrall the hearts of the audience. A quick exchange of info about his brand of guitar ( it’s a Martin ) and a crowd members Harry Potter scarf lead the way into a sleek medley of Oasis ‘Wonderwall’ and ‘Golden Touch’ by Razorlight. It’s a precise, well executed, enjoyable performance and a fantastic end to a night filled with talented Irish artists
Quinn presents his sublime tunes in an acoustic setting with ease and panache. In a live setting his music takes on a new dimension and aesthetic, becoming more intimate and personal. It was a fantastic Friday night in Whelans. Keep an eye on both Donal Quinn and The Collective. They have great potential and give us an indisputable reason to support Irish artists.
Security move the eager front line back from the stage as the crowd in The Button Factory, Dublin gush about how many times they have seen new risers Inhaler and why “these guys are the best band out there at the moment”. There is a varied fan base for these young rock stars, a healthy crowd of all ages throng the venue to see what Inhaler have in store for their second sold out night. Many had seen them the night before, some traveled from the UK and farther afield to see the Dublin quartet. One fan in particular told me she had seen them the previous week in London and had tickets to see them again two more times in the UK next year. There is a buzz about Inhaler that is the envy of many artists on the circuit. They have even been long-listed for BBC Music Sound of 2020. I thought to myself, could this fresh faced quartet live up to the hype and deliver a great live show? Well …yes, actually they can deliver… with oodles of swagger and explosive onstage persona. The Button Factory witnessed something special Thursday night – a budding band which is destined to go far.
But first we are treated to one of the most impressive support slots of the year. Kilkenny’s The Wha embrace with ease the task of warming up the crowd. The band provide tantalizing tunes laced in psychedelic indie bliss with dreamy, moody, melodic undertones. ‘Innocents’ introduced the crowd to their melodically lush sound. The band’s modest stance and simple stage presence make them instantly charming however their musical prowess is not to be underestimated. These guys are a talented bunch of musicians. They had more control over our swaying bodies than we did. The Wha’s songs will make you bop and move before you even realise you want to. Bassist Marek Lech and drummer Abe G. Harris provide a solid, driving groove that is impeccably elastic and malleable. ‘Blue For You’, ‘40 Odd Years’ and ‘She Won’t Believe Her Eyes’ all exude wonderful hazy melodies with heavy blasts. The refined, precise guitar melodies executed ever so coolly by dual vocalists Finn Cusack and Sam Cullen had the crowd in the palm of their hands.
These guys are prime quality indie and sure to skyrocket due to their clever musicianship and delicious melodies. They are cool, competent musicians. The Wha are a band you need to know and listen to.
Inhaler triumphantly take to the stage to a mass of cheers. The rock ‘n’ roll band’s lively energy distinguishes their live performance from other acts. They are inimitable onstage, each members larger than life persona oozed confidence and skill beyond their years.
The band blast full speed into their set. Another proficient bassist, Robert Keating provides the infectious groove throughout their tracks with an effortless attitude. His serious stance charms some members of the audience to gush about his stern smoulder while his sublime and intricate bass lines impress the masses. The quartet have the crowd eating out of the palm of their hands from the get go. Everyone wanted a picture/ video of this young band in action. Ryan McMahon tackles the drums, raised on a drum riser his hair flops in time with the rapid powerful beat. His rhythmic thumping commands the crowd to dance. The bands sound is blazing as they weave psychedelic hues into their pummeling rock ‘n’ roll. “This one is the slow one so if you wanna go take a piss do that now” frontman Eli Hewson announces before the sultry ‘A Night On The Floor’. Quite the dynamic frontman he prances about the stage each flick, strut and pose praised with whoops from the crowd. Hewson’s charming personality is infectious. He moves to the front of the stage, reaching out to fans while executing a sweet little shuffle/wiggle with his feet. He holds everyone’s attention while his warm rasped vocals drape over the bands pop-drizzled melodies with a velvety croon.
‘Ice Cream Sundae’ ignites one of the most excitable reactions from the crowd as they bellow back the lyrics wholeheartedly and lovingly. It’s a non stop party. ‘Falling In’ continues the kinetic energy with its scorching rush of intensity and swagger. This band have an impressive first rate lineup of musicians. Josh Jenkinson is one class act guitarist. He meanders beautifully through intricate, lush guitar lines. His adept skill is majestic and a joy to watch.
It’s easy to see why Inhaler have an audience ranging from all ages. From the clapping stomp of ‘My King Will Be Kind’ to the glistening ‘Cheer Up Baby’ the band seamlessly drift through multi tones and genres providing something everyone can enjoy. ‘My Honest Face’ closes the bands set with the crowd going absolutely crazy. It’s a dark enigmatic track laced in explosive, thrilling and glorious instrumentation. No one wants Inhaler’s set to end. However the band don’t appear to stand on ceremony and they leave the stage with a bow.
Inhaler are a slick, well primed machine that are cultivating their sound and brand superbly. They are creating something truly captivating and relevant. It is easy to realise what all the hype is about and how they have garnered such a loyal adoring fanbase. They are an act to get excited about. They are mesmerising to watch onstage and with such a great sound, if they keep doing what they are doing these proficient musicians will be very big indeed.
Devoted fans is something every band and artist dreams of. The sort of fans that have tattoos of the band’s logo, know every word to their songs, discuss who their favourite band member is before the show and queue in the cold to see them. This is the devotion that Dublin’s Fangclub have garnered. I heard compelling arguments for why Steven King, Kevin Keane and Dara Coleman are the best as the eager fans stood waiting to enter the Button Factory on Friday night for Fangclub’s headline show. The fans dissected their favourite tracks from the bands EP’s and albums while discussing the amount of times they have seen the trio. The crowd were sure the show was going to be one to remember….. it was.
Derry three piece pop rock band Cherym kick started the night. A feisty trio the band blast out their fierce tunes with relentless stamina. With a crashing wall of sound saturated in gritty riffs, fiery bass lines and pounding drums provided by Alannagh Doherty – it’s a speedy neck snapping set. Hannah Richardson howls and spits out the lyrics with attitude as she struts back and forth on stage. There isn’t a lot of banter from this trio they allow their brawling riffs and pulverising lean mean wall of sound do the talking for them. The pop sensibilities smoothen the razor sharp assault the trio execute so precisely. Members of the crowd mosh and jump to each tune while others are singing along to the lyrics.A threat to do an Irish dance on stage and a “wee prayer” causes cheers from the crowd while a witty asthma quip and “wake the f*ck up do we look like we do Irish dancing” remark creates a humorous tune-up distraction before the band speedball into new single ‘Abigail’. There is something compelling about this trio. Their tunes exude gut-punching punk rock with a pop smattering melody that drifts effortlessly into the ears. Bassist Nyree Porter is extremely charismatic on stage as she engages playfully with the crowd sparking clap-alongs and even jumps off the stage to allow the audience to strum the bass. They made quite an impression.
With Led Zeppelin’s ‘Immigrant Song’ blasting through the speakers while a smoky red hue glows onstage Fangclub triumphantly stroll on stage to a mass of cheering. A band who are honest, raw and incredibly talented these guys don’t hold anything back. The setlist travels at full speed as the band pack in as many tracks as they can with high fives, fist bumps and hand shakes from the crowd in between. “Go on Stevo” members of the crowd shout as Steven King (his face buried in a mass of hair) explodes into ‘Vulture Culture’. The pit erupts immediately, as the crowd once again fall under the bands spell. ‘All Fall Down’ truly grabbed the crowd by the throat as a riot of drums, bass and shrilling roar on guitars thrill the moshing fans to the core. Kevin Keane swishes, jumps and executes his raging bass lines with rampant vigor. There is one track in particular where his finesse excels, ‘ Hesitations ‘. The demon summoning bass rumble resounds throughout the venue as King’s spine chilling vocals entice and seduce against this riveting wall of sound. Dara Coleman resides on a raised platform, shrouded in an enigmatic cloud of dry ice. He pummels through the crunching, ferocious and downright dominant drum rolls and rhythms with precision and relentless stamina while members of the crowd try to air drum along . The trio are joined onstage by guitarist Ed Scanlan who provided those slick licks, riffs and rich guitar melodies that pepper the bands tracks in swagger and spice.He has his own fans in the crowd who shout “go on Ed” and “love you Ed”.
“Everyone ready for Christmas?” King asks before he introduces the blistering ‘Kingdumb’. Members of the crowd reply with a half cheer/half moan while another shouts “Hail Satan!”
The show is a special moment for both the band and their fans. An almost solo performance of the note to King’s girlfriend ‘Last Time’ leaves King in tears as he tries to finish the song. His fingers shake as he forms the chords on the fret-board. He coo’s the tender lyrics with nothing but guitar accompaniment. The crowd cheer in support as Coleman and Keane return to the stage embracing him before the expressive and emotional crescendo. It’s a striking reminder of all this band have been through, almost calling it a day before the ‘Vulture Culture’ album and the stress and emotional turmoil they have been through. It made me realise just how lucky we were to be there that night watching them perform their largest Dublin headline to date. King thanks his family, friends and fans for helping him get through everything. Most people don’t think of the person beneath the larger than life rock-star persona but that glimmer into frontman King’s emotional mindset at the time made all the difference and earned more respect and love from adoring fans. Refusing to allow that tender moment define the night King turns to face the drums, wipes his eye and rebounds with the searing ‘Bad Words’…. the crowd goes insane. The band leave the stage as King lip sinks to Whitney Houston’s ‘I Will Always Love You’ while the crowd bellow back the lyrics dramatically sprawling their arms out to him before Coleman, Keane and Scanlan carry King off stage to the resounding sound of the crowd’s cheering.
It was a fantastic show of sweat, adrenaline, massive tunes and tears as Fangclub were welcomed home by their adoring, never faltering fans. Fangclub are getting bigger and better. They have grown into accomplished proficient musicians. They shattered through The Button Factory in style with unbridled energy, graciousness and a performance that their fans will never forget. Their riot-inducing sound is hypnotic and encourages anyone within ear shot to begin head banging and moshing. I believe one fan from the crowd summed up the nights antics well – as he left the venue he said to his friend ” my neck is fucked”.
Passionate, time stopping performances of a wholesome nature is the perfect recipe for a chilly December night. Belgian singer Tamino along with Kitt Philippa as support thawed our iced souls with warm dark toned, balmy tunes. The mesmerised audience were in good hands last night, as The Button Factory was shielded from the icy cold and wrapped in the comfort and emotive daze of singer songwriter bliss
Belfast singer Kitt Philippa began the defrost. Their quirky yet shy and sweet persona charmed all within the venue. Philippa’s voice drifts between captivating tones and hair-raising richness as they pour themselves into the songs, leaving the audience stunned. The crowd cheer and encourage Philippa , shouting “that was unreal”. Philippa sits at the keys swaying back and forth while the graceful melodies and elegant, raw musicianship blends with their superb vocals. There is a vulnerability to Philippa’s set and an innocence through the tracks that they rein and bridle with awe-inspiring confidence.
Philippa ventures from the keys to guitar. Playing mostly tracks from their newly released album ‘Human’ Philippa warmed our hearts with a spine-tingling voice and intensely rich musicianship. A cover of Jeff Buckleys ‘So Real‘ is a hit with the crowd as they encourage Philippa -whooping from the first gentle strum. An anecdote about Philippa’s brand of tea ‘Humanitea’ ( which actually sounds lovely and soothing) and the random sighting of a button on stage at The Button Factory before title track ‘Human’ brought a light-hearted end to Kitt Philippa’s wonderful set.
Philippa left the crowd touched and enthralled by their beautiful blend of melancholic depth and sweet optimism. It was quite a special performance.
Tamino takes a very casual approach to his set. Perhaps it’s the laid back banter from the crowd or maybe the chilled and relaxed vibes from Kitt Philippa’s set but he chats and jokes with the crowd between his performance. He stands simply with his guitar, a 6 foot something, slim young man adorned in dark attire. He wows everyone in the room with his maturity, rich vocals and the dreamy haze of his tunes. From a first listen you would be forgiven to describe Tamino’s sound as dark and sombre however like all good things, there is much more beneath the surface. There is something special about this young performer. His sound is unique and completely his own, in every way passionate, immense and naive all at once. He is becoming somewhat of a “ rock-star “. Much to his surprise members of the crowd are shouting “ I love you Mr. Tamino” – to which he just smiles replying “ I love you too, we just met though but I like your straightforwardness” while others are throwing roses on-stage and someone even threw their knickers.
Within the live setting Tamino’s tracks take on a richer more tantalising dimension. Even without his band at his side he confidently plays straight into ‘Persephone’ – just him and his guitar as he holds everyone’s hearts within his grasp. His rich velvety vocals slip between sweet falsetto and creamy depths that summon silence in the room allowing the beauty of his voice to lull and enchant at will. The crowd adore him singing every line to ‘Cigar’, ‘Tummy’ and ‘Sun May Shine’. Tamino stands, basked in warm golden or red lightning which ventures into blue tones as the dry ice creates a celestial quality to his silhouette. Not even a broken guitar string’s intrusive demand for attention hinders the show. Tamino simply explains that the string is broken, that he needs a moment to re-tune and the crowd wait patiently.
There are people from all over the world at this show as they take the opportunity between songs to ask him to do a gig in their country. The crowd remain silent as he begins to sing again. His deft, crisp… yet warm voice and sweet falsetto caress the atmosphere with tones of longing and tales of life. Tamino depicts romance, love, vulnerability and strength throughout his tracks and it’s his sublime timeless and unique delivery of these themes that grip the audience and submerges them in a magical dreamy haze. ‘Indigo Night’ in particular was outstanding live and ‘Habibi’ couldn’t have been more perfect. The crowd stood in suspense for that acrobatic falsetto. Tamino finished his set with an impeccable cover of Mac DeMarco’s ‘My Kind Of Woman’.
Tamino is in a league of his own. There is no denying his talent and vivid, poetic musicianship. His ability to create and weave fantastic melodies with rich exotic undertones shimmering throughout is outstanding. Tamino’s composition’s possess the potential to stir something within your very soul and in a live setting this ability is even more raw and potent. There were members of the crowd weeping from the emotion within his music. Tamino is an artist not to be missed.
Author : Danu
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Indie: (n) an obscure form of rock which you only learn about from someone slightly more hip than yourself.
