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Member Since9/12/2006
Band Websitewww.panicroom.org.uk
Band MembersPaul Davies: electric & acoustic guitars / Jonathan Edwards: keys / Gavin John Griffiths: drums / Anne-Marie Helder: vocals, keys, electric & acoustic guitars Alun Vaughan: bass guitars
Influences(In No Particular Order!) Peter Gabriel, Led Zeppelin, Sandy Denny, Nick Drake, Porcupine Tree, Pink Floyd, June Tabor, Steve Vai, Alanis Morissette, Sarah McLachlan, Marillion, Beth Orton, Massive Attack, Kate Rusby, Hans Zimmer, Craig Armstrong, Zero 7, Metallica, etc.
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Record LabelFirefly Music Ltd
Type of LabelIndie


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Oct 23 2009 8:00P
THE LIMELIGHT THEATRE AYLESBURY
Nov 13 2009 8:00P
BEDFORD ESQUIRES BEDFORD

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   About Panic Room
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With the eclectic box of delights of their debut album, ‘Visionary Position’ behind them, Panic Room are set to build on their reputation as a powerful and subtle group of performers with the new album 'Satellite' due for imminent release. With their roots in proto-celtic prog band, Karnataka, (4 of the band were members of the original award-winning line-up), Panic Room is a very different beast with a much harder edge and a spontaneous and improvisational quality that makes their live performances such compelling events. Strong, melodic song writing wedded to a desire to reinvent the music in the live arena saw them pick up the award for ‘Best New Band’ at the CRS Awards in January 2009.

The band have now completed recording 'Satellite', their 2nd album which is currently being mixed and maintains their fresh and eclectic approach with music ranging from the sci-fi metal of 'Dark Star' to the chilled-out summery shimmer of 'Sunshine'. With the basic tracks recorded live in the studio the new album has a real live vibe to it with tons of energy and subtle touches in the new material that sees the band developing in leaps and bounds.

Their blend of various music influences in a rock band setting has enthralled audiences and their restless desire to move forward and explore new musical territory has proved a refreshing change in a largely nostalgia driven musical scene.

Panic Room owe their success and sound in no small measure to the sheer magnetism of singer, Anne-Marie Helder’s voice. Her amazing range and sensitivity are spell-binding, from the breathy floating vocal of the band’s own ‘Moon on the Water’ to the Plant meets Morissette powerhouse on Panic Room’s funky electronic take on Led Zeppelin’s ‘No Quarter’ which has been such a highlight of their live shows. She is that rare creature... a truly individual singer.

Panic Room’s debut album ‘Visionary Position’ was released in April 2008 and received rave reviews from various music magazines and websites including Classic Rock Magazine and Powerplay who both gave it 8/10. ‘Elektra City’ from the band’s first album was the opening track on the cover mount CD free with the first issue of the new national magazine ‘CLASSIC ROCK PRESENTS PROG’ launched in April 2009, which also featured a great review of Panic Room’s first London gig. A full page profile of the band also features in issue 2 of the magazine. Anne-Marie also performs with Mostly Autumn and recently guested with Wetton & Downes on their new album ‘iCON 3’ (performing a duet with John Wetton (King Crimson/Asia)). She is also a prolific solo artist and has just completed a UK wide series of dates supporting ULTRAVOX on their 2009 Reunion Tour. Panic Room drummer, Gavin John Griffiths, also plays with Mostly Autumn and is a member of Fish’s band.

The band:

Paul Davies - an endlessly creative soloist, with Panic Room Paul continues to display the electric magic that he first presented on stage with Karnataka. His guitar playing is an integral part of the Panic Room sound.

Jonathan Edwards - one of Karnataka's main songwriters, Jon continues to stretch his songwriting imagination to encompass rock, folk, jazz and prog influences in the evergrowing palette of sound that is Panic Room.

Gavin John Griffiths - an amazing drummer and all-round nice guy, Gavin is the powerhouse behind the Panic Room sound. Another former Karnataka member, Gavin is also currently drumming for Fish and has appeared with Mostly Autumn on their recent tours.

Anne-Marie Helder - singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Anne-Marie also co-writes all the songs on the debut and the forthcoming album and is the voice and main lyricist of Panic Room. A wonderfully rich and emotive singer, her voice is the common thread running through the wide and varied sounds of the band. A former member of Tiger Dragon and Karnataka, she also enjoys a prolific solo career and has supported many major artists.

Alun Vaughan - although primarily a jazz bassist, Alun claims to have been inspired to take up the bass after seeing Gene Simmons on stage with Kiss and it is this combination of rock and jazz sensibilities that he brings to Panic Room. A tasteful and compelling player with amazing improvisational skills.

For information about the past and present musical adventures of Panic Room members visit the following websites:

www.annemariehelder.com - information on Anne-Marie's solo career, various collaborations and band projects.

www.alunvaughan.com - information on Alun's musical world.


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Doc Bob

Doc Bob



Nov 14 2009 9:44 AM

Briilliant Gig Last night!!!     Cant wait for Satellite dropping through the letterbox.. 
Roger

Roger Matthews



Nov 11 2009 6:56 PM

hi guys! sorry i cant make bedford after all,as i said in aylesbury got to go to hastings,how is the album release coming along,any date yet? have a good night on friday.
love,peace,respect
 roger
Steve

Steve Llewellyn



Nov 9 2009 9:41 PM

Ah, great.  I was prepared to wait, just wanted an update but this is good news. Have seen four gigs so far and the new stuff has sounded really good.

Keep up the good work.( I'll wait until next summer before i start asking for album three!)

Best wishes

Steve
Steve

Steve Llewellyn



Nov 9 2009 8:06 PM

Any update on the new album? Really looking forward to it.

Best wishes

Steve
JUMP

JUMP



Nov 1 2009 1:34 PM

OK OK we didn't MEAN to set the alarm off...the fact that we said we would was a joke...well...it would have been...but for...setting the alarm off!! Great to hook up with you guys again...we'll do so again soon!
Phil

Phil Spooner



Oct 24 2009 5:38 PM

Fantastic gig at the Limelight last night. You guys looked like you were really enjoying yourselves as well. Can't make Bedford, but I hope to see you again soon.
Phil
Perc33

Perc33



Oct 24 2009 3:48 PM

Hi all,

It was worth the fight through the rush hour traffic to get to the Limelight last night. Finally got to see you live and Pam and I were not dissapointed. New and old songs sounding brill. Bring on Bedford, finally a local gig for us!!

T and P
xx
Roger

Roger Matthews



Oct 24 2009 2:58 PM

Well! What a great night, you guys certainly deliverd at the limelight! It was everything I was expecting and more. Hope to see you all again soon.

I had a fantastic time after as well

I thank you all.

love,peace,respect

 






dave d.

dave dyment



Oct 24 2009 10:17 AM

Some wonderful Welsh wizardry last night at the Limelight with a large dose of feline Hertfordshire vocals and panache thrown in for good measure. Thanks Anne-Marie and the guys for a great evening. 
Roger

Roger Matthews



Oct 4 2009 7:24 PM

hi guys!just read in this months copy of PROG that the album is delayed until november,god it makes me feel like an expectant father again waiting in the delivery room for the birth of child.
never mind still got tasters to listen to.
see you guys in aylesbury,respect!
Eternal Traveller

Eternal Traveller



Oct 1 2009 11:57 AM

Yes! I like your music, especially The Dreaming.


Hugs ET
James Allen

James Allen



Sep 18 2009 3:56 PM

I hope the gigs go well over this weekend, and I am annoyed I cannot be at any of them - I have just put my review of your gig at The Peel up in my blog on here, and you should get the impression I loved it and cannot wait for more - Aylesbury cannot come quickly enough ! Hope you like the review.
Acoustic Zeppelin

Acoustic Zeppelin



Sep 14 2009 6:09 PM

Hey -you forgot Coda!!
Acoustic Zeppelin

Acoustic Zeppelin



Sep 14 2009 5:10 PM

Top gig @ Milkwoodjam last night folks.Particularly loved "I am a cat". Looking forward to your new album.(Album? Does that put an age on me?!?)
 

Richard

Richard Ellington



Sep 13 2009 9:27 PM

Hi,
Well I have to agree with James,
The gig on Saturday was great as always.
The new songs sound good - especialy enjoyed the new album title track, just awsom.
If I'm in the country for Aylesbury I'll be there.

Pictures from Saturday now up.

Richard.














James Allen

James Allen



Sep 13 2009 12:50 PM

Even before the awesome Jamstorm (did you see what I did there...) that was a brilliant gig at The Peel last night - the older new stuff sounds even better than the last tour, and the new new stuff is excellent - Satellite really standing out as a superb track.  You never fail to impress, so roll on Aylesbury and Bedford !
dave d.

dave dyment



Sep 13 2009 11:40 AM

What a great show in Kingston last night.  Superb new tracks.  Now eagerly awaiting arrival of the new CD and looking forward to Aylesbury next month.
ChrisBerendt

Chris Berendt



Sep 12 2009 1:53 PM

Absolutely agree with Steve - last night was excellent.
Looking forward to The Duchess (York).
Steve

Steve Llewellyn



Sep 12 2009 8:25 AM

Really enjoyed The Venue gig last night. The new material sounded fresh, rocking and rather brilliant. I'll wait for the album until i begin to name favourite tracks but they sound uniformly good at the moment.  The thing I noticed most  about last night was that the band was having a lot of fun on stage. You really are a great band to see live. Enjoy the rest of the tour (I'm really tempted to see the York gig!) and stay active!  

dave d.

dave dyment



Sep 11 2009 1:35 PM

So looking forward to The Peel on saturday.  S'gonna be a great night.  Dave D.
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Sep 10 2009 10:35 AM

Hi guys,

               what time do you want me to get down to milkwood jam for on sunday.  looking forward to see Anne and meet you all.  Hope you have a good weekend, jonnie (The Last Republic) x
Peter

Peter Findlater



Sep 8 2009 11:20 AM

The samples all sound great - very much looking forward to hearing the album live on Saturday at The Peel
Mike

Mike



Aug 31 2009 7:14 AM

The sample of the new album sounds great. Thanks for posting it.
Elizabeth Prendergast

Lizzie Prendergast



Aug 30 2009 5:45 PM

c u 13th sept  /,,/
Roger

Roger Matthews



Aug 28 2009 10:23 AM

Hi panic room,love the taster for the new album,i have pre-orderd it,see you in ayelsbury in october
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