Jonny Callender (Drums),
L J Jenkins (Guitar)
Hayley Alker (Vocals)
Andrew Booth (Bass)
Paul Loder (Fender Rhodes)
Les Black (Guitar)
Influences
Trespassers William, The Sundays, Portishead, Massive Attack, Death in Vegas, Claude Debussy, Tricky, Royksopp, Goldfrapp, Stereolab, Laika, Tortoise, Talking Heads, The The, O'rang, Kitchens of Distinction, Air, Faithless, Cranes, Coldplay, The Chameleons, Howling Bells, Slowdive, The Cocteau Twins, The Blue Aeroplanes, Radiohead, Red Snapper and many many many !
Helsinki are a contemporary and experimental group. Atmospheric textures, evolving rhythms and beautiful melodies, richly entwined to satisfy the hungry pallet of the listener.
Their self-titled debut LP is now available to purchase through the official website (or via a link on this page).
Helsinki were formed in 2006 by vocalist and song-writer Hayley Alker and Jonny Callender (Drummer and Producer). It was initially a studio based project but as the debut album's recording took shape, it soon became apparent that a live show should be developed.
Jon's background in Production had developed working with various artists over the previous decade. Until recently, he was the drummer with established international group the Cranes and previously to that, Vex.
Hayley is often hidden away in the studio with her piano and various music software working on new song ideas. These ideas are tastefully and skillfully realised by Jon's drums and production, Andy Booth's electric and upright bass, LJ Jenkin's guitar melodies, Paul Loder's Fender Rhodes and backing vocals and Les Black's sonic guitar sculpture.
Recent times have seen some quality shows ranging from art installations to music festivals. They are also collaborating with french producer Franck Amendola and his project Curl with recording sessions at helsinki's UK studio and Curl's studio near Monte Carlo.
Work is currently being undertaken for an online release of a three track EP for February 2009.
Other international collaborations have featured italian composer / producer, Giorgio Li Calzi.
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OUR ALBUM IS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE FROM PAYPAL :
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Native German Electro Act Lalah just moved to LA and is now on BBC Radio show and Podcast!
Lalah is on the show on 6music called BBC Introducing: with Tom Robinson showcasing new online music!
On Monday, June 8th. http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/tom_robinsons_introducing/
I made it to the Podcast, too! Download open for one week.
Kill Kasper are playing LIVE for the lovely ladies from the Hong Kong Gardeners Club birthday special! Also featuring Ono Pallendromes, Monday Morning Sun and HKGC Resident DJ's!
Come on down! HAVANA BAR - SOUTHSEA Friday 6th Feb - 8pm - 1am £3
Ok don't, but it's kinda catchy, no? and for a good reason!!
We've been asked to headline the XMAS EVE SUPAR CHAOS(tm) at the Won and Ownly World Famous Wedgewood Rooms, and we can't think of a better way to see in the festive period!
And to celebrate, we've got you a present!! A sneak preview of the first ever Kill Kasper track from the new line up! Aren't you lucky? ;) Be a love, gissa a click and let us know what you think?
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