Leonie Evans- Vocals, Guitar.
Asha Mccarthy- Cello/dilruba/vocals
Dan Truen- Drums/Percussion
Leon Boyden- Bass
Influences
Bjork, Led Zeppelin, David Sorroche, Jeff Buckley, Mills Brothers, Bert Miller & The Animal Folk, Kings of Conveniance,Opeth, Reem Kelani, Emiliana torrini,Ella Fitzgerald, Bessie Smith, Nina Simone, Bill Withers,Mike Patton, Buena Vista Social Club,Juana Molina,Seckou keita Quartet,Be good Tanyas, Radiohead...
Rae’ are the type of band you very rarely find today. A band that actually utilises the many genres at their disposal to create their own sound. And an unforgettable sound it is.
Members Leonie Evans (Vocals/Guitar), Asha McCarthy (Cello/Vocals), Dan Truen (Drums) and Leon Boyden (Bass) met at Dartington College of Arts in 2006. Here they found the many musical influences from around the world at their fingertips and formed the band ‘Rae’. These influences can be found in all of their music; ranging from North Indian to jazz, from classical to funk, and from folk to rock. This means the band’s music can chop and change in mood, and subject matter without it seeming too drastic. If this is the key in the music then it is enhanced by Dan and Leon holding up the rhythm section so well, enabling Leonie and Asha to float around weaving whatever hypnotic melody they may please.
Rae have a strong following in the South West of England which has helped their attendance on the stage at many festivals around the country, even supporting Billy Bragg in 2008. A tour around Europe is being planned for the new year, but in the mean time you can find them at www.myspace.com/raeonline And if you enjoy that, then have a look at another band that features members (Leonie and Leon) of Rae; ‘Bert Miller and The Animal Folk’, another interesting group of musicians.
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The Tanjara-
October 18, 2005- "When Leonie Evans sang, the effect was ethereal."..
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"Leonie and Asha from Rae were wonderful, I hope we’ll have them back before too long. They reminded me of why I love Radio 3’s Late Junction. They’ll now be lending Traydio that warm, eclectic, exotic Late Junction feel."- Wondermentalist Cabaret, March 31,2008 .
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(to listen to part of the performance go to http://www.traydio.com/UserConsole/ViewArticle.aspx?ArticleID=216&Title=Leonie_and_Asha_perform_a_set_at_the_Wondermentalist_Cabaret_March_2008. )
For Bookings contact leonie_evans@hotmail.co.uk
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We're setting off into the sunset on a mini tour of the south west in December and we'd love to see you at one of our shows.
The Bell, Bath, Wednesday 2nd December Dartington College, Totnes, Thursday 3rd December Eden Project, Nr St Austell, Fri 4th December
It'll be the last chance to catch us play before we go into hibernation to record our new album at the beginning of the new year...we may even give you a sneaky taster of what's in store. So please come down and experience us lifting the roof in a proper stomping party style.
TWILIGHT FOLK CLUB PRESENTS as part of THE CANTERBURY FESTIVAL- the IVOR NOVELLO AWARD NOMINEES......... THE LEISURE SOCIETY LIVE AT ORANGE STREET MUSIC CLUB, SUNDAY OCTOBER 25TH STARTS 1.00 PM TICKETS £12/£10 in advance.
Nick Hemmings band THE LEISURE SOCIETY, famously nominated for an Ivor Novello award this year for their song "THE LAST OF THE MELTING SNOW",will be playing live in Canterbury as part of the CANTERBURY FESTIVAL. The band are also on the same label as, and share members with THE SONS OF NOEL AND ADRIAN who were so well recieved at the club earlier this year-this will be a rare oppurtunity to catch this rapidly upcoming band in a small venue.....
In the words of the critics....
"Beautifully pastoral debut." MOJO **** "Wonderful" Observer Music Monthly **** "An autumnal mist of British Bank Holiday ennui surrounds Nick Hemming's literate meditations." The Times **** "Music to cuddle up to, music to clutch yourself to, music that is, as Jimmy Webb might say, necessary. This is a band that could well be the sound of 2009." Maverick Magazine **** "A lovingly crafted, tender folk record that will secure them as a named brand on the shelves of pop. The love affair begins." Ragged Words "Magical... shimmers with loveliness" Word Magazine "This is a record of extraord
thank for your kind message! and sorry for replying so late... le duc's legendary laziness...
i've been listening to your demo cd: it's awesome guys! your music is fantastic! it's such a shame that we weren't here soon enough to see you playing at lounge on the farm... next year...
if you ever plan to play in france in the future, let us know...
Hey guys, good to see you the other day! Cheers for the CD, loving the new tunes (and old ones) so keep up the good work and hopefully catch you again soon.
Hello, lovely to meet you at Lounge Leonie. Had a listen to your cd you gave me, tis brilliant, shall deffo have to sort a gig out together soon, shall be in touch!
Hey hows it going. Hope is well. I was wondering if you would like to have a free download of the album? You can get it at http://www.megaupload.com/?f=3NNQTYF1 I would love to know what you think
thanks for acceptin the add, your songs are amazing. lookin forward to seein you at big green. please take a minute to vote for us to play at sunrise :) many thanks and blessings x
