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Lake Me
Rock / Folk / Country

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Newcastle upon Tyne
United Kingdom

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Member Since11/14/2005
Band Websitehttp://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=9786379796
Band MembersLucy Hammond - drums, Nathalie Stern - guitar|vocals
InfluencesWell.. more like favs: The Melvins, The Knife, Honey is Cool, Lucinda Williams, Dolly Parton, Depeche Mode, Team Dresch, Papa M, Sigur Ros, Soundtrack of Our Lives, The Butchies, Neil Young, Mum, Johnny Cash, Silverbullit, Patti Smith, Led Zeppelin, Stinking Lizaveta, David Bowie, Shellac, Alice Cooper, The Shins, Pj, Nick Cave, Tool, Neko Case, PW Long, KISS, Lungfish, Bjork, Cat Power, Fireside, Kate Bush, Iron Maiden, L7, Victory at Sea, The Slits!, Ted Leo, Ani D, Manhole, Hed Kandi, Moloko, Goldfrapp, Dakar & Grinser, Tiefschwarz (Lucy hearts Dirty, Dirty House!!) life, love, heartbreak and deceit...
Sounds LikeAll of the above - or check out the MP3s to find out for yourself
Record LabelLabel Me Records


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   About Lake Me
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The duo Lake Me consists of Nathalie Stern on guitar and vocals, and Lucy Hammond on drums. Both have been writing, recording and touring their music in various bands for a total amount of 20 years. Although Lake Me started out as a guitar and vocal based solo project in 2001, the sound was made complete by the addition of drums two years later.

Playing nationally and internationally, Lake Me have created a base around Europe with their bare set up. Their music draws references from Led Zeppelin to Lucinda Williams, Lungfish to Neko Case without the risk of disintegrating their unique sound. On the contrary, the songs have a distinct sound which has been derived from a diverse musical palette and assembled to provide a combination of subtle vocals and full on instrumental batterings.

The band has netted international tours in the US, Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Sweden and Ireland. Their distinct blend of musical genres has seen them support acts as diverse as Erase Errata, PW Long, Stinking Lizaveta, Stars and most recently Young James Long.

Forging links with other aspects of art, Lake Me have worked with two visual artists at several shows, merging their aural performances with live and pre-recorded film footage. This came about as the result of a project which culminated in a show at an arts centre with experimental and improvised projections intermixed with the band playing live, creating a conceptual space of music and visuals.

In the summer of 2005, Lake Me released their debut album entitled Solace. Keen on keeping their hands-on approach at the forefront of their creativity, the album was self-released and spans two years of Nathalie's and Lucy's collaborative musicianship and self-reflective musings. The CD comes in a recycled cardboard packaging which is designed, hand printed and assembled by the band itself. The album contains 11 tracks of stripped down blues-infused tunes and off-beat rhythms, epitomising the uncompromising offerings of their music. Also available on vinyl now!

Alongside Lake Me, both members have projects of their own involving music and art. Both are involved in organising autonomous non-corporate events in the region to promote women artists, be they regional, national or international. As well as arranging a women focused music festival, events and lending a helping hand with setting up Ladyfests, Lucy is involved in several separate music projects and sometimes works as a DJ. Nathalie pursues a solo project experimenting and improvising with traditional and own folk songs, using only a loop pedal and vocals. Many of these are songs that she grew up with in Sweden, and although her solo shows are displays of more subdued performances, the harmonies and beats found in traditional folk music can be heard in some of the more subtle songs of Lake Me.

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What others have said:
"The Newcastle based duo's first album is a thing of beauty and delight. They've managed to wring a hugely impressive clutch of songs from a musical palette made up of the bluesy end of rock and folk and skillfully slide around an impressive range of moods and styles from bone-jangling rock outs by way of hypnotic poundings and acoustic fancies. Time to take a dip into this Lake." - The Crack

"Got a CD in by Lake Me that reminds me of Snowpony from the word go. It's got a cyclic, minimal feel to it, simplistic & primal. There's hints of PJ Harvey here, even old Yank rock such as Seam or Bitch Magnet in places. The drums have that dense Albini sound with the whole album by these two talented ladies spilling with all kinds of wholesome rock goodness. If you like raw, alt-Americana with some cracking female vocal harmonies then go for this." - Norman Records

"When i purchased 'Solace', the latest release from the Lake Me girls, I knew instantly that between the two layers of recycled cardboard, would lie an absolute stunner of an album. And god was i right. Bringing every ounce of the raw, pure, and powerful adrenalin from Lake Me's live performances, this album will rip out your heart and really make you bleed. With classics like "Sisters Song" and "Hit and Run", combined with some of their newer material, there is a selection which will accommodate every emotion known to man. I find myself amazed that one guitarist/singer and a drummer can compile such a full and unique sound, both on the stage and in the studio. Nathalie (Guitarist/Singer) has jumped at the chance to show off the astonishing range, depth, and quality of her voice by adding some perfect harmonies throughout each of their songs, and Lucy (Drummer) is an equal match, providing some tight and edgy beats that will send shivers down your spine. Often you will hear a second, subordinate melodic line driving through the weeping riffs of Lake Me's music. No, this is not a second guitar, or a bass. This is simply the style that Nathalie treats her rather attractive Fender Jaguar to. Amazing. This album will teach you a lot about yourself, it truly is tailor made, perfect music." - Future Killed Cassettes

"Hypnotically repetitive yet ever changing alt. rock textures from this guitar/drums/vocals duo. Lake Me have perfected the ability to write the kind of deceptively simple yet stunning songs that will work their way in to your subconscious." - Forest of Sound

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BARTON FINK





Jun 17 2009 7:49 PM

Hi,

Nothing Rhymes With Orange





May 26 2009 8:33 PM

Hope to see you when we come thru Newcastle at The Cooperage on June 9.


..

Ambient Chill Out - ACO





May 26 2009 6:07 PM

Thanks for the add, I love your sounds btw, great tracks! If you get a chance, please take a listen to our first Chill out release "Beach Music, Cafe Music & Bar Music Collection" by ACO Ambient Chill Out. We'd love to know what you think of it! Cheers ACO
Carlyanne





May 20 2009 10:05 AM

Red Rooms : LIVE





May 4 2009 6:42 PM

Hello Lake Me . We have 2 events coming up that we'd like you to take a look at...

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More info and event page on Facebook: Redrooms Live
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Tickets for The Brett Domino Trio are on sale here!

Saturday 30th May:

Sona Di
Fallen Pheonix
Mansfield Holiday
Simple Swan

@ The Red Rooms (above The Blacket Arms)
£4/£3 NUS

The BRETT DOMINO TRIO will Play at THE RED ROOMS, Newcastle on Thurday 4th June. Tickets on sale now!
Red Rooms : LIVE





May 3 2009 4:52 AM

Hello Lake Me . We have 2 events coming up that we'd like you to take a look at...

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This event is on Facebook

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More info and event page on Facebook: Redrooms Live
This event is on Facebook


Tickets for The Brett Domino Trio are on sale here!

Saturday 30th May:

Sona Di
Fallen Pheonix
Mansfield Holiday
Simple Swan

@ The Red Rooms (above The Blacket Arms)
£4/£3 NUS

The BRETT DOMINO TRIO will Play at THE RED ROOMS, Newcastle on Thurday 4th June. Tickets on sale now!
DJ MOJO





Apr 21 2009 5:20 PM

THE TRASH BAR welcomes the return of

VALIENT THORR!!

APRIL 26th

at The Trash Bar - 256 Grand St - Brooklyn NY
with Golden Error, J.Roddy and The Business, Ex Humans

$10 at the door - 21+ - open bar 8-9

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The Trash Bar Website



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flyingdeadman [NEW SONG]





Mar 24 2009 11:27 AM

Salut, nous avons ajouté une nouvelle chanson elle s'appelle "w.h.y.
" si vous
disposez de quelques minutes...



DISCORPORATE RECORDS





Feb 28 2009 12:45 PM

WINTERSLEEP'S OVER!
Discorporate Records comes with the first in a series of releases...

ZARBOTH - OUT NOW!!!



Rising from the sophisticated underground of Paris, Etienne Gaillochet (drummer of Paris finest We Insist!) and Phil Reptil stumbled together for a blindfold project full of twisted rhythm, beautiful yelling and playful staccati. Yes, dear people! Another crazy duo. Interweaving Jazz, Rock, Noise and Pantera. A hell of a lot fun. A journey. A glimpse. Or to say it in Bill Hicks' words: It’s just a ride! So is Zarboth.

ORDER "ZARBOTH"!!!
LISTEN TO "ZARBOTH"!!!


Coming Soon:
CAPILLARY ACTION - So Embarrassing
SCHNAAK - women on ships are bad luck
DŸSE - 5"-Single
Forest of Sound





Feb 24 2009 1:37 PM



Charlie Parr is from the same Duluth music scene that spawned the likes of Low and Haley Bonar, and his music delves deep into the back roads of American folk music, there’s hints of Robert Johnson, Nick Drake and Will Oldham in his playing, and a true from the heart power and clarity that is simply stunning. This guy is the real thing, and you can hear it in every note he plays, which would also explain why the people at the superb End of the Road festival ask him back every single year!

Neil McSweeney plays beautifully considered and perfectly restrained music that will delight fans of Low, Adrian Crowley, Nina Nastasia, Mark Kozelek, and Jason Molina.

Deftly fingerpicked folk loveliness from a local favourite - Michael Rossiter perfectly executes traditional folk as well as his own material, sings from his heart and gets the perfect sound from his guitar.

Sunday: 1/3/2009 @ The Packhorse, Leeds. Doors 8pm.
A Forest of Sound presentation in association. £5 adv / £6 on the door.
Tickets available at Jumbo Records, Crash Records, and We Got Tickets.
Patrick Green





Feb 2 2009 2:13 PM

hey lake me people...im putting a gig on on the 6th of March at the cumberland arms, and im looking for a headliner. if u or if u know of anyone who would be interested in playing wud be good. first on is an acoustic duo lead by a Jade Emerson, then there is my band with working title hunting aida. we are kinda looking for a decent headliner but we are a relatively new band so possibly sumone that isnt ded proffesional cause theyd probs just laugh like. anyways cheers for ya time.
DRILL





Jan 28 2009 8:30 PM

blatant plugging.....

DRILL + Supercharger + Black Wolves
Friday 6th Feb
The Cluny, Newcastle
5 quid

sleazy, inc. operated [need help for tour]





Dec 10 2008 12:30 AM



great show in germany, i really loved it, leipzig was amazing!!! hope you know the real german schlager now! ;-)
Nathalie Stern





Dec 2 2008 7:58 PM

Headline show + experimental film:

Star and Shadow 17 December 08
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Nov 24 2008 6:13 PM

hello from macedonian @narchist/indie/dance crew
Rose Kemp





Aug 21 2008 2:46 PM

hello lovely girls

Hope we get to see you in Newcastle :)

How have you been, what's been happening etc etc etc?

Massive hugs and that xxx
-=ZIEK=- [OMG its TLB!!!]





Aug 21 2008 5:15 AM

whats up ladies? when are you coming back to detroit?
Kill Krinkle Club





Aug 12 2008 1:29 PM

Cheers, keep up the good work!
Forest of Sound





Aug 7 2008 7:54 PM



This is going to be amazing - two days of fantastic music on a beautiful site in the Lake District overlooking the southern shores of Lake Windermere, with a selection of excellent bands as chosen by us and the lovely people at Fell Foot Wood.

Passes for music and camping are a bargain at £16 per person for the weekend or £9 per day (vehicles are £2 per extra per night).
Bookings with card payment must be made in advance by calling Barry at Fell Foot Wood on 015395 31014. Spaces are limited to 170 campers so early booking is advised.

Friday from 5pm:
Lake Me / Hub / Phantom Dog Beneath The Moon /John Fairhurst / Death in Public / Mirrorkill

Saturday from 5pm:
randomNumber / Wintermute / The Declining Winter /Glissando / Mato and the Deep Blue Sea / Dan Haywood’s New Hawks

More info at Forest of Sound and Fell Foot Wood<
mmothejr





Aug 7 2008 9:59 AM

Thank you for the add!!! I like your music a lot... Peace and love from Berlin,Mmo
beccy owen





Aug 3 2008 9:23 AM

I am very hungover today and the only thing keeping me from the boozer's blues is your myspace, so just wanted to say thank you!

xxx
THE END





Aug 1 2008 1:10 PM

Just a quick message to say the gig was cracking the other night and we hope we'll see you back at The End sometime in the future

Allan
Sista M





Jul 25 2008 2:15 PM

One love from the sista
Robs





Jul 13 2008 12:51 AM

hey Nathalie!
perhaps Sao Paolo inspired you to do good music!!!
but do you know how to speak Portuguese? does you have family in Brazil?

I liked you to speak with me, thank you for the attention.

Cheers
Rob
√ The Koch's





Jul 9 2008 4:47 PM

Hello Lady's Our wedding's in a month...can you make it out? Just thought we would try... miss yawl lots!! xoxox Brandy
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