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Variously described as anything from a Pumped-Up Polyphonic Spree to a Punked-out Meatloaf... no wait, COME BACK! Destined to divide opinion from the obsessed to repelled, Leeds-based theatrical odd-balls Loqui are in possession of a unique sound and stage show that has been enthusing and bemusing in equal measure.

Loqui have built a reputation on an uproarious live show that encompasses genres as diverse as rock, punk, pop and a myriad of alternative styles as well as the licensed usage of the potentially lethal controlled substances ska, funk and hip-hop. (Certification available on request).

Press Stuff

“This single is a triumphant blast of confidence in impossibly grand (and intelligent) pop music. It's an exhilarating listen and it's madly danceable. I can’t think of anything even remotely like this in contemporary repertoires.” – Sam Saunders, Whispern’ & Hollerin’

“You will be blown away by The Average White Boy. Spasmodic Popjazzpunk with speedy bass lines and a frenetic vocal with impeding presence. This is a headlong search for the most intense pop song in history. Delightful anarchy… They couldn’t have chosen a better way to introduce themselves to the world” – Indiepop.it

"It's unashamedly pop music, but it's something else as well. Trombones and saxophones parp up all over the place, and female backing choir provide a bit of West End-pizzaz. Meanwhile band leader Rob Paul Chapman sings and shouts like a maddened former punk trying to keep up with the noise around him. It's joyous." - Tom Goodhand, Leeds Guide

“Anything but average… This record is a remarkable achievement… many bands would do well to take heed of this” – Stephen Vigors, Vibrations Magazine

“A mix of Motown and classic Rhythm & Blues dragged into the contemporary scene. Refreshing and highly entertaining, Loqui are what music should be all about.” – Jim Ody, Room Thirteen

“With the energy & passion of prime Nick Lowe, Loqui create one hell of an addictive racket!!!” – Jeremy Chick, Subba Cultcha

“Like a jazz show tune going head-to-head with an 80s radio jingle - a battle of trombones, saxes, bass-led drums and percussion. Loqui do an undeniably good line in musical theatrics. A proud exclamation, rather than a depressing realisation - delivered with an on-the-edge-of-sanity vibe. This is a messed up, jazz-tastic fairytale of a song…. where everyone lives happily ever after”. – Is This Music?

“God Bless Loqui, and all who play with them for this band is BRILLIANT. They have it all – charisma, talent and break neck songs that grab at your attention and kick you up the arse.” – Hannah Crank, The Music Guru

“Stonking bass-led drums, brass that was more than Less Than Jake and healthily heaped teaspoons of personality make this stirring stuff; the icing on the cake that only the aurally anorexic could fail to tuck into.” – Alix Fox, Sandman Magazine

“Imagine a ska version of The Levellers speeded up from 45 to 78 rpm and you’ll pretty much get Loqui. It’s pretty decent.” – Manchester Music

“Wins hearts and minds within the space of the opening few bars… a verbal description can’t really do them justice. Watch these guys, relentlessly, ‘cos they may well continue being truly brilliant, and if they do, it’ll be too good to miss” – Ivan Mack, The Music Guru

“Loqui are a bit mental, but they gel together to somehow make something ace and almost indescribable” – Holden de Forge, Leeds Music Scene