The Tempus (@ Moor Fest, Fri 13th Aug)

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.. .. KIND WORDS: .. ‘Haunting Pearl Jam-style anthem about lost loves, and doomed relationships, with waterfalling guitar solos. From Bradford’ - THE GUARDIAN (on Thieves and Lovers - January 09) .. ‘Strong tracks throughout, fitting perfectly alongside one another whilst encompassing the sound that is The Tempus…The vocals presented by this band give depth to each track whilst forming an emotional connection to the lyrics contained within each song…their performances remain tight and the music they produce shows great maturity.’ - SANDMAN MAGAZINE .. ‘Power trio from Bradford fronted by vocal and guitar Volcano Jonny Miller. Imagine the Verve crossed with Led Zeppelin, plus searing Neil Young solos…Miller's socially aware lyrics suggest a world-weariness far beyond his years.’ -THE GUARDIAN (2007) .. ‘The Tempus certainly have a lot going for them. They're able to turn out effortless-sounding songs, and have a real flair for subtle inventiveness...Hopefully, we'll be hearing much more from The Tempus in the future.’ - LeedsMusicScene.Net – CD Review: 4/5 Stars .. ‘Very impressive…The Tempus are holding their own, unlike every other northern rock band that is caught up in the standard indie/rock/mod scene, hoping to follow in the footsteps of The Pigeon Detectives or The Cribs. They have original sounding, carefully pieced melodies and the hard backing of a good drummer…I reckon The Tempus mean business.’ - No-TiTLE Magazine .. ‘The combined quality in terms of songwriting, performance and recording mean that Tempus lift the prize this month. It’s a great track well recorded…Great vocals, a gorgeous understated solo...It’s a blessed relief listening to a band that can play together.’ - FUTURE MUSIC MAGAZINE (On ‘Thieves and Lovers’) .. ‘A great unit…they breeze through a strong set of straight up riff rock…sticking with a more British formula that allows for intelligent arrangements. Quite a meaty sound for a trio, particularly the guitarist proves he is more than capable with a few impressive lead parts…a successful Leeds outing for the band.’ – LeedsMusicScene.Net – Live Review .. "The Tempus generate plenty of radio friendly classic indie tunes…well recorded, but more importantly the songs themselves are meaningful, rounded and properly thought out… immensely appealing." - Manchester Music .. ‘The sound of The Tempus is pure brilliance. Their song 'Making New' merely scratches the surface of their talents…they are a likeable three piece with an unbelievable amount of potential.’ - BEEP! MAGAZINE .. ‘...utterly compelling... 'Promising' isn't really a word that does it justice' -MONO MAGAZINE .. ''I really think this is a band to watch out for, they have bucket loads of talent not just in the performance but the song writing and above all else seem to be happy to do what they believe in and not just follow others like sheep.'' - The Beat Surrender (March 2009) .. The Tempus seem to have a knack of writing songs with real punch, with great hooks, with that certain 'extra' that's often elusive... these guys mix it up and keep it fluid and pretty unpredictable...one to watch out for methinks!! ToxicPete.co.uk .. ''This is a big, fat stadium sound, kind of like a modern day Led Zeppelin... punchy, full of life, stuffed with great riffs and soulful vocal performances, wicked little solos and spot on timing...The Tempus rock. Fact.'' - DIE SHELLSUIT, DIE! ..

Member Since:

October 08, 2006

Members:

Jonny Miller - Guitar/Vocals .. Luke Womersley - Bass/B Vocals .. Dave Jones - Drums/B Vocals/Quips ..

Influences:

Queens of the Stone Age
Led Zeppelin
Manic Street Preachers
The Verve
The Beatles
Neil Young
Jeff Buckley Radiohead
Cream
Jimi Hendrix


and many more...

Sounds Like:

"Imagine the Verve crossed with Led Zeppelin, plus searing Neil Young solos" -THE GUARDIAN

Record Label:

Unsigned