The Howe Family: Michael: Lead vocals, accordion, bells - Claire: Guitar, backing vocals - James (12): Djembe, cajon - Joel (10): Accordion, ukulele, vocals - Occasionally joined by daughter Nicola on fiddle
Influences
Deep Purple, Whitesnake, Rainbow, Led Zeppelin, Thin Lizzy, Black Sabbath, ACDC, and Beggars Belief Ceilidh Band
Imagine that Rod Evans, the original singer of Deep Purple becomes disillusioned with rock and forms a ceilidh band near Rotherham in the darkest depths of South Yorkshire.
Michael Howe, the young, impressionable accordionist with that band learns Rod's back catalogue of Purple songs alongside numerous ceilidh dance tunes. Now, 20 years on, he's here to claim his rightful place as part of the Deep Purple family tree. Unable to find a backing band, he turns to his wife and children who accompany him and his ego with their budget folk instruments.
Pale Lilac is an unusual fusion of classic rock and morris. Expect to hear the songs of Deep Purple, Whitesnake, Led Zeppelin, etc. flowing seamlessly into traditional tunes.
Sorry I am not set up to play live at the momment, maybe in the future, you can download the tunes though just follow the link on the page. ps interesting version of black night I think you are on to a winner with your idea of a family band looks like a lot of fun. all the best G.A.Z.
Hey! Just to say Hello...It was lovley to bump into the Lilacs at the Solfest.. As for Angus Young (James) i want you to start workin on that Phil Lynott Look,the tache and the afro might take some time,but the leather trousers and the studded belt are within reach... Love and Respect/Azam/Hunted P.S...How's about Doctor Doctor by UFO from the Lilacs
Good work guys! My daughter is a nine year-old singer and Al (our mando' player) has a ten year-old girl who is learning the fiddle, so it looks like we could be emulating you in the near future! Best wishes from Mark, TPR. (PS - we might get to see you at The Tigers Lair!)
Hello Pale Lilac, thanks for adding the Dog & Partridge as one of your top Sheffield pubs, Pop in anytime to sample the fine Guinness and unique atmosphere!
Really really enjoyed your gig yesterday at wheaton Aston, I must add that I was no-where near that good a musician when I was as young as your kids and they will one day be famous for sure, they are fantastic!!
Cheesy, from Cheesy Smerkins
Ahoy there Pale Lilac!
Thanks for befriending us...hopefully we'll get to check your laughs in a friendly festival field somewhere along the way this summer...
Anchors away,
Jan
The Pirate Fairies
Walkabout Street Theatre for Festivals
Hey Pale Lilac
Thanks so very much for adding us and for taking the time to stop by our site and leave a message, that means a lot to me. Hope you enjoyed the music and I wish you a kickass week.
Cheers
Paul James
Temepst
