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Member Since2/15/2007
Band Websitehttp://www.aquilina.co.uk
Band MembersJoseph Aquilina (Vocals & Acoustic Guitar)
Samy Bishai (Acoustic & Electric Violins)
Paul Baker (Double Bass)
Lenin Alegria (Drums & Percussion)
InfluencesJane's Addiction, Nick Drake, Chris Cornell, Jeff Buckley, Bert Janch, Dave Matthews Band, Sussan Deyhim, Frank Zappa, Massive Attack, Tom Waits, Alice in Chains, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Acoustic music, Jazz, Rock, World etc etc
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AQUILINA were formed when Brixton bred singer/guitarist Joseph Aquilina was introduced to double bass playing Royal College graduate Paul Baker. They were joined by maverick violinist Samy Bishai, whilst drummer Lenin Alegria recently returned to the band after a stint abroad. They have gone on to perform around London and the UK for the last year picking up plaudits for their intense and unique sound. Aquilina’s mix of styles mirrors their mix of backgrounds. Joseph was born in Malta but brought up in London with a heavy Southern Mediterranean influence. Samy was born in Alexandria, Egypt, amongst the heady mélange of sounds of the North African countries that border the Sahara. Paul is a true stiff upper-lipped Brit, with the rarified up bringing of a classical trained music prodigy. Recent addition Lenin is a true Latin American rebel. Hailing from Chile, he has an equally firey temperament. Four more diverse backgrounds would be hard to find. That they have come together in the cosmopolitan melting pot that is London Town is maybe not such a surprise. Their music is very much song based and has been described as melodic, emotive and infectious. They have already been compared with the likes of Jeff Buckley, Nick Drake, Seal, Chris Cornell and the Dave Matthews Band. A diverse set of comparisons, with all these artists having their own highly individualistic sounds. But then, so does Aquilina. Joseph has featured on a BBC documentary about singer songwriter Nick Drake, whilst Samy is very much in demand for sessions, having worked with Gwen Stefani and many World musicians including Sekou Keita and Yasmin Levy. In addition he also worked on the Terry Hall and Mushtaq album "The Hour of Two Lights" and it’s subsequent tour.

For more information check out www.aquilina.co.uk or contact Automatic Management on +44 (0) 20 7978 7888




Reviews & Quotes:

Nigel Kennedy (Virtuoso Violinist): "I really like your music Man!"


Ian Lee (TV radio/presenter and Comedian, he wasn't being Funny) "I think Aquilina are great!"

Gigatraks.com: "...this is one of the more unique sounding bands that I have heard in a while...They have tons o' talent and can obviously craft a killer song.

Kizzy H: Infuzed "They've achieved a well rounded and unique style of music, that's sure to grab the attention of others everywhere!"
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~MRS. CLARRIE~

~MRS. CLARRIE~



Jan 7 2009 10:06 PM

what an interesting collection of instruments :)
Kelli Ali

Kelli Ali



Jan 4 2009 8:55 PM

Hi Aquilina, thank you for the friend request. looking forward to seeing you play.
thank you
Kelli
Andréa

Andréa



Dec 22 2008 1:11 PM

Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and a prosperous New Year! Peace Andréa :D
Graham

Graham Racher



Aug 18 2008 6:40 AM

Thanks, I signed up for the mailing list at the gig itself. There are a few pictures of it if you click through

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Darkest Star

Darkest Star



Jul 28 2008 10:05 PM

Hey guys,

Absolutely LOVED the Cavendish Arms gig a couple of weeks ago!

Hope to have you at one of the Orchestra Pit events next year!

Cheers
Mikey G

Mike Goodman



Jul 15 2008 4:09 PM

Thanks for the request, tunes sound great.

Mike
Robert Brown

Robert Brown



Jul 15 2008 10:09 AM

Hi Joseph
Many thanks for coming by the page.
All the very best to you.
Best Regards
Robert
Jim Glennon

Jim Glennon



Jul 7 2008 12:37 PM

Hi Aquilina

Thanks for accepting my friendship. Great Tunes and Guitar Work You Got Going On Here!!! Keep up the great work and have a great week my new friend!!!

Jim
RexKwondo

RexKwondo



May 9 2008 10:42 AM

Welcome to our world

Lovin 'more to ask'
ACE!!

Don't forget to.....

..Big Rexy Love
xx
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Russ Bröckel



May 8 2008 2:30 PM

Hey Aquilina,

thanks for adding Backline Photography to your friends, its great to be here.

I really like what you're doing, keep fanning the flames!

Peace,

Russ
des Prairies

des Prairies



May 8 2008 1:54 PM

merci
bravo les amis
j'aime beaucoup votre musique
grenouille des prairies
Miss Laurie Hagen

Miss Laurie Hagen



Mar 1 2008 12:34 PM

I haven't had the pleasure, she sounds like a hoot!
Saw you guys play at Abbey pub few months ago you blew us away!!
Ginny

Ginny Terry



Feb 17 2008 8:36 PM

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Feb 16 2008 4:43 AM

RIP Megan.. Gone but not Forgotten.

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Babsi

barbara reggio



Feb 9 2008 1:24 PM

Lovely music!!
Pity I can't make it for your Brixton gig... it will be another time in the near future then!
All the best! :)
ambersound

ambersound



Feb 7 2008 8:49 AM

I love listening to you guys....can't wait till I am back in London this year to catch you live. Joseph you sound like an amazing qawwali singer on 'More to Ask'. I love it tooo much :) take care
Germain Aubert

Germain Aubert



Jan 14 2008 3:55 PM

Thanx for the add !!
Happy New year !!
Very cool tunes here !
Best regards from the mountains !
Serotina

Serotina



Jan 9 2008 11:15 PM

Really enjoyed your gig at The Sun before Christmas. It was good to meet you. Anna and I have recorded some tracks - check em out if you get a second x
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Dec 24 2007 5:28 PM

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Dec 14 2007 11:12 AM

i found your twin on myspace! :O
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Leine

Leine



Nov 21 2007 9:22 PM

Hi there,

Thanks for the invite, nice tunes!

Take care
Leine
Die So Fluid

Die So Fluid



Nov 19 2007 11:12 PM

Hi!Loved your set last night ~G~ XXX
The Last 3 Lines

The Last 3 Lines



Nov 17 2007 7:44 PM

Hey! Very nice songs!
Thanks for the add and regards from barcelona.
Sergio.TL3L.
Claire

Claire



Nov 14 2007 9:27 AM

you forgot to say that Robbie is also the best looking man in the world. Apart from you..... obviously
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Nov 13 2007 10:38 PM

yo, i have been mind mapping actualy, i feel dead clever. myspace ladies....check the details, boys all the way! lol. me and Toya Willcox, thats worse than my moms Anthea Turner comparison :) ile try and get all my work done so i can come on sunday
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