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Formed2002
FromLondon
Labeln/a
Band MembersSteve Keenlyside(guitar/lead vox)
Wojcek Biesek(drums)
Andy Mcsweeney(bass)
Abishek Joshi(Percussion)
Del Seymour(keys/synth)
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31st if July............live radio session on EXPRESS FM 93.7(listen online atwww.exfpressfm.co.uk)

7th of August........semi-final of Surface unsigned festival(The Dome in Tufnell Park-on stage at 10:15pm)

 

 

 

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“The real paradise is losing yourself in the music, rolling with it so when you hit that vibe you just keep going…..“
Big Steve K, the indomitable front man behind up and coming indie dance act Elmore is a man ready to let the music do the talking once again. On the drums is “animal” himself Wojcek Biesek, a man caught up in his own little world of synthesisers and big beats. Abishek Joshi assists the foot slamming rhythms on congas and bongos. Del Seymour tickles the ivories and synthesizer and finally Andy Mcsweeney on bass adding the stomping bass lines.
You can currently hear and see them in venues such as the The Clapham Grand, Hoxtons Bar and Grill, Half moon and 93 Feet East.
They are also just about to undergo a Scottish tour in September playing Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee and Aberdeen.
By creating a very different take on a sometimes overdone “indie” discipline, actively influenced as it was by the distant tide of dance indie acts such as Stereo Mcs and Happy Mondays; Elmore it would seem have created what no British group is doing at the moment…They have produced a credible Dance indie sound which is able to appeal to the masses.
Along the way they have supported Ian Brown (of Stone Roses fame), appeared on Scottish digital television S2Live, played ww.gigsonair.com and most recently; “unsigned radio” in Kent.
From the studio rehearsal base affectionately referred to as “Kettenackers pad” to blitzing some of London’s best venues, Elmore, writing again with a refreshed sense of creativity are really flying.
With their trademark throbbing bass lines and healthy doses of dance rock and soul, it is now unmistakably an Elmore sound; their new demo is testament to this.In the bands own words “it touches on a certain catchiness without becoming pop…. It has an intent and walks a line which feels right for the band”. Cited by many critics as one of the most exiting unsigned band in London at the moment Elmore really do let the music do the talking.
 

@DUNDEE DOGHOUSE Sep23rd'07...."As I got there. the evening had started - and it was only just after 8.30!! Not a huge crowd around either, which was a shame as the ones not there missed this fantastically tasty band called Elmore. Not had a chance to look up where they're from yet, but they consisted of players on synths/keys, bass, guitar and vocals, drums and a percussionist. What they played was a solid, tight and flowing blend of funk but with a real difference, the synths giving the whole sound added depth and texture, while the percussionist provided a whole Santana-like empetus for the main body of the rhythm section, of which the bassist was playing some seriously funky stuff. Above all this, as clear as a bell, the guitar player provided a set of crisp, lean leads and sang the band's original material to perfection. There was an unmistakeable air of '80's to it all as echoes of Thompson Twins kept popping up in my head, a comparison that anyone who saw the TT's 2nd live video will understand. But there was also a modern feel in there too which made it all the more unique. With a real finesse, a cutting edge and a whole sense of class, not to mention the irresistibility of movement on behalf of the eye-widened concert attendee, the band were mesmerising. Wherever they're from, if you like quality funk-pop-indie, they've gotta be seen"....andy(dundee concerts)

 

(@93 FEET EAST on 27th July 2007)….“He' s probably bored of hearing it, but my God, Steven Keenlyside is one of the most unlikely looking musicians in the business. With his broad shoulders and tattoos, you' d back him as an American surfer - type, when in fact he' s the Scottish lead man of indie - funk - dance hybrid Elmore. If you can recover from the shock, you have a very decent live proposition on your hands. It' s the percussion and synth sections that help Elmore stand out musically: the former adding an element of flair and funk to the proceedings, the latter lending the band that all important dance factor. Unfashionable for sure, but there' s nowt wrong with missing out on the NME crowd. If you think that music peaked when the Stereo MCs and the Happy Mondays were in their prime, fear not, for Elmore might just rekindle your passion.” Alex Olorenshaw........www.gigsonair.com

 

(REVIEW OF "ELMORE-LIFE ON A BARGE EP") Mood swings. While they can make partners, parents and work colleagues unbearable to be around, when it comes to pop bands, they’re often highly entertaining. That’s why London five-piece Elmore have stumbled onto a winner here. The six tracks on this ep veer violently from indie to rock to jazz to the outer reaches of the universe. Opening salvo “Rocker To Raver” takes the neo Baggy vibe of The Twang and Reverend & The Makers and gives it a technicolour makeover. Snaking guitar, boinging Happy Mondays beats and a monumental chorus all conspire to create a laid-back anthem that deserves to be downloaded by the thousands. It would appear that acid indie is back. “Up On High” adds to the fun with a taut, edgily addictive bassline that’s not a thousand light years away from The Rolling Stones’ “Undercover Of The Night”. It’s pleasantly surprising, though, when the next tune is called “Killer On The Loose”, yet it slinks around with some very cool John Squire-style guitar trickery. “Parting Shot” is yet another entertainingly random excursion; all twinky effects, skittering beats and spoken word self-help voice over, but the revs go back on the catchy, funky and rather dark Kasabian-like “Chemically Assisted”. The closing “My God Has Seen” trumps everything, however, by changing style mid-tune. From the quirkily charming jazz reggae of the intro, it evolves into something akin to the modern folk of The The’s ‘Soul Mining’ album. But then, if you have to end a song, what better way to do it than by suddenly locking into a monumental ‘70s-style prog rock ending. Elmore seem to effortlessly manage one of the hardest things in music. There’s never a dull moment. ....................Overplay.co.uk

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Date/time:
Monday 17th March 2008, 14:26
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hi it's the stolen souls. Have a listen to our track 'THE LOST PEOPLE'. If you like what you hear please vote for us every week on roxyleague. Could you also add us to your playlist. You can hear more tracks at myspace.com/thestolensouls. Thanks for the support
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Saturday 16th February 2008, 11:38
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Check out the new single PIECE OF ME from Manchesters one and only RESIST...... VOTE FOR US NOW
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Thursday 14th February 2008, 17:28
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done it hope it goes well
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Thursday 14th February 2008, 10:39
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There you go xx
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Saturday 9th February 2008, 10:19
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We Have a New Single out!

Check it out!

-EOT
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Wednesday 30th January 2008, 17:18
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Oi oi, everyone is included. just got to get votes. still sounding ace.
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Thursday 6th December 2007, 16:44
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Hey Guys

Track sounds great!! Let's rock this Roxy Party!!

Jazz x
Date/time:
Wednesday 5th December 2007, 11:56
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hey elmore, still sounding mint. we are going through some updating, please bare with us on the new league front. IT IS COMING
Date/time:
Thursday 22nd November 2007, 12:00
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you guys are awesome....love the sound, love the tunes...viva la elmore. You guys definetly deserve to make the final cut
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Thursday 22nd November 2007, 11:59
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you guys are awesome....love the sound, love the tunes...viva la elmore. You guys definetly deserve to make the final cut
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Wednesday 21st November 2007, 15:32
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cool, i just added u.
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Saturday 17th November 2007, 13:08
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Great tunes! :)
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Wednesday 14th November 2007, 9:47
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Its done my luvlies. i christen u elmore. no more rickman...
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Monday 12th November 2007, 17:08
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i'll look into whether we can do anything this end
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Monday 12th November 2007, 17:07
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Im dont think it matters... alot of bands on here seem to have done it that way.


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Sunday 11th November 2007, 14:13
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you guy are aamzing brilliant, my favourite band i have heard on this site so far!!!

plz check oot a band at http://www.roxyleague.com/sher09
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Saturday 10th November 2007, 11:43
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Hi peeps,
Check our live demo tune on our page and our studio recorded tunes on:-

www.myspace.com/5leavesleftuk

Cheers
5 Leaves Left
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Friday 9th November 2007, 12:46
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Howdy guys...
We are launching the unsigned league in a fortnight and we are choosing the best and most popular 20 bands on this site to be in it.
Bands will get points for votes, fans, and how many playlists their songs have been added to...
So get your fans on here, copy the banner onto your Myspace page and put the word out.
Roxy
x
Date/time:
Tuesday 6th November 2007, 12:00
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cheers for the add guys! your stuff is wicked! i hope you like ours.

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Tuesday 6th November 2007, 12:00
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cheers for the add guys! your stuff is wicked! i hope you like ours.

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Monday 5th November 2007, 14:16
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Youre twisting my melons man.... i LOVE these tunes...x
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Monday 5th November 2007, 1:17
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hello from flakes!!!!!!!
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Sunday 4th November 2007, 13:59
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hey thanks for the add. like your music a nice fresh sound. hope you like our stuff and check out our myspace for new tunes. flw
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Friday 2nd November 2007, 18:36
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sounds great!
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Friday 2nd November 2007, 16:50
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great!
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Friday 2nd November 2007, 15:04
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Now then!!!
thanks for add, great tunes, keep rocking!!!

ESTEEM
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Friday 2nd November 2007, 14:21
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Hey :) welcome aboard, so to speak...

thought id pass on a friendly welcome :D

hope alls well and what not?

Kristian x
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Friday 2nd November 2007, 14:07
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I like rocker to raver alot... in fact i was down in Dean st when u were recording it...
hopefully catch a gig soon...
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Friday 2nd November 2007, 10:16
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Allo there Elmore...sounds great! Rocker to raver is ace...reminds me of happy mondays... why are u called Rickyman33?
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