Described as masters of good atmosphere PAPRIKA BALKANICUS are becoming one of the hottest newcomers in World music. Their electrifying show of fantastic musicianship and witty stage presence has already won them a substantial following in the UK, Europe and Japan.
The guys from Romania, Serbia and Slovenia on violin, guitar, bass and accordions play a fiery blend of traditional and Gypsy music from the Balkans and Eastern Europe. Their repertoire comprises of songs which mirror longing, passion and joy of these hidden places.
From silky-smooth stroking tones to lightning-speed furious arpeggios, violinist Bogdan Vacarescu's blurred fingers lure some of the most beautiful and passionate melodies ever written for violin.
Next to him Jozef Secnik on bass and Vlad Jocic on guitar provide an intriguing harmonic foundation of frequently odd rhythms with unpredictable solo eruptions.
Flanked by Milos Milivojevic and Zivorad Nikolic - two accordionist extraordinaires - they have seduced masses at numerous British and international festivals including Glastonbury, Kingston Green Fair, Balkan Fever London, Secret Garden Party, Diaspora Music Village, Exit (Serbia) and Edinburgh Fringe amongst others.
Beside highly successful tours in Japan and Norway in 2007, they have also performed at some of the most prestigious concert halls and clubs in UK and France such as Royal Festival Hall, Carling Academy Islington, Bruntwood Theatre - Manchester, Tate Modern and New Morning - Paris to name but a few.
This April they've been recording at the famous Livingston Studios in Wood Green. They are heading for their first 9 dates tour in Australia (Brisbane, Melbourne & Adelaide) in May & June 2008.
Band members have previously worked with Nigel Kennedy, World Youth Orchestra, Neil Innes, Tommy Emmanuel and have won numerous international awards including Spirit of the Fringe and BBC World Music Award.
"Masters of good atmosphere!"- BalkanUK.com
"Gypsy Riot"- CurioFestival.com/Fringe Edinburgh
"Amazing performance - they hit the audience like a Balkan storm!"- Mio Matsuda/JVC Japan
Their self-titled debut album is out now and is available to buy at their concerts. If you wish to purchase a copy and receive it by post or contact the band, please send an email to: infoATpaprikabalkanicus.com
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