Just me at the moment... looking for some people to collaborate with!
Influences
All About Eve, Tori Amos, Suzanne Vega, Emilliana Torrini, Kate Rusby, Dick Gaughan, Roger Wilson, Kristina Olsen, Chilli Peppers, Counting Crows, Pooka, Martyn Joseph, Nanci Griffith, Elbow, Altan, Michelle Branch, Counting Crows, Rory McLeod, Beth Orton, and lots of people I have found on here, and have subsequently pestered into being my friends!
Sounds Like
Not sure what I sound like, but my songs have been compared to Suzanne Vega & All About Eve.
Just a space to upload some sounds... either dodgy home recorded on ancient reel 2 reel, or even dodgier midi bleeps, I'm afraid!
These are definitely works in progress, and are by no means finished / polished!
Have been writing music & tunes since I was a sprog, and taught myself guitar in my teens. Been in a few bands, studied music composition & electro-acoustic music at Uni, and written a couple of things for theatre.
Have done a few gigs, and played at lots of folk clubs, but get stage fright like you wouldn't believe.
I wish I had a confident, sassy attitude. It certainly isn't coming with age!!
Ever wondered what to do in the event of a nuclear threat?
A while ago I found stuff that inspired me to make this film:
Living Under the Shadow of the Nuclear Umbrella
Both artistic (ensure you get the background music!) and educational, it primarily comprises official British government civil defence advice.
Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.
I encourage all to visit the YouTube page to learn more (Show support! Rate! Comment!) and responsibly circulate as widely as possible, here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaIim3Rj7L4
Good to have you as a friend! So great to see the internet in action this way, shortening distances between people.
I hope all's well with you and that you enjoy checking out my web site some time.
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You might enjoy watching some of my films (use the on screen controls to skip between them):
Hi there our Nottingham friend! Just to let you know that Northern Quarter are appearing at the Bodega Social (http://thebodegasocialclub.co.uk) in Hockley on Monday 7th September at 8pm - We are supporting the Canadian band Ohbijou who are touring the UK. Hope you can make it. Cheers, Northern Quarter
Hello my friend!
Just to you know that Northern Quarter will be playing at the Running Horse on Alfreton Rd Nottingham on Sunday afternoon May 11th.
Its free entry, there are 2 other acoustic acts and the fun starts at 3pm.
You can also listen to a composite of our new CD on our myspace site.
If you are a fan of acoustic music please check it out and we would love to hear your comments.
I hope you are well and that life is good.
Best Wishes from Northern Quarter
Thank you for accepting the request. I'm pleased you like my work. I listened to your selection of music. Very thoughtful and expressive. Keep it up. - Mike
Dear Jen, long time no speaky. How have you been? Was listing to your tracks again today and ended up re-playing them a few times while I got on with other stuff. Then proceeded to your other site too. Something about them, they're such a pleasure to listen to and moreish!! :D Thanks for your lovely comment the other day. Good luck for your gig!
Just a space to upload some sounds... either dodgy home recorded on ancient reel 2 reel, or even dodgier midi bleeps, I'm afraid!
