Southern
Gothic tradition found alive and well in. Currently residing in the
deep south of Blighty!
Despite the band's
fascination with nascent Americana, The Magic City Trio actually hail
from the deep south of good ol' Blighty, deep in the heart of London.
Not for them is grime music or the kitchen-sink observational
brit-pop one usually associates with the nation's capital . Instead
they make music that owes more to the American deep south -
supersticious settler music, pre-war old-timey ballads, God-fearing
folk songs, Mariachi and early country music are the basic tenets of
their sound. Throw in a bit of Spaghetti Western vibe, some Duane
Eddy twang and you have a pretty tasty recipe!
The band have travelled
and gigged extensively and have just released their debut EP, A
Funnel Cloud In Albuquerque, which features the title track along
with another original track (A Prayer For Hope And Happy Times), and
a traditional Baptist Hymn (The Lone Pilgrim). The deluxe CD version
also features alternate takes of the two original songs.
Fans of The Louvin
Brothers, The Carter Family, Johnny Cash, The Band, and early
Americana in general will surely find much to like in their time and
space hopping music. Look at for the band this year as they make a
transatlantic tour of open mic nights. Even better get in touch and
book them for a show or house gig.
The Magic City Trio are
-
Frank Sweeney (guitar,
vocals, harmonica)
Annie Holder (guitar,
vocal, autoharp, kazoo)
Adi Staempfli (bass,
vocals)
Click here for the
band's website.
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Magic City Trio on Twitter.
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Magic City Trio on Facebook.
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