Guillemots
We say Emerging in the middle of last year, this richly talented
four-piece caused quite a stir in industry circles thanks to their
ability to mix an experimental, post-punk edge with a definite knack
for good old-fashioned guitar pop. A bidding war duly followed, with
Polydor eventually acquiring the signatures of the band’s Brummie
frontman, Scottish drummer, Brazilian guitarist and Canadian double
bassist. An eccentric, engaging bunch, their artful,
jazz-cum-electro-cum-rock looks certain to propel them to big things in
2006.
They say Frontman Fyfe Dangerfield: ‘We met in London through random
accidents and messages on noticeboards. All four of us had made music
in our lives that was very cliquey and underground, but we all loved
pop music too. So, the idea was that we wanted Guillemots’ music to
stand out, but that it should not be hard to listen to.
‘I originally said we’d never sign with a major label, but in a strange
way because the majors have got more funds, they can actually give you
more freedom. And because of all the silly industry hype last year we
were in a very strong position, so we’ve got a really artist-friendly
deal – the label has just left us to get on with recording it.
‘The acts we love most are people like the Beatles, Björk and Brian
Wilson, because even their most experimental stuff is really accessible
too. In the past when I did improvised jazz gigs, I’d be playing really
atonal music and I’d occasionally slip in a melody and almost feel
embarrassed for doing it. These days I’m really comfortable with it. I
know it’s kind of unfashionable, but I do love a good tune.’
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Glad to hear about Matt! Shame he went into rehab but glad he did too, since it was his choice and he wanted to get better! I'm going to meet and sing in a studio with Matt Willis next week and I can't wait! Wish me luck people! hehe! (love Matt Willis from the begining and further more!) eeee!!!