Were they any good? Hell yeah! What lovely guys to grace the NE1fm studio this past Wednesday on the Live Session.
Two guys swanned in, one heavily bearded (is that even a word) and produced some beautiful music. The main issue of the night was how to describe the sounds they were making. I couldnt. Laura couldnt (except "fantastic") and heck the guys themselves dont really know where to put themselves. And that's what's "fantastic" about it. They draw their influences from so many places, and are constantly evolving. Heck they even swap instruments mid-set for no other reason than to see what difference it makes to the sound! They've just added a guy to the band who is going to introduce electro loops and beats.... now considering to listen them on tonights show they almost had a Simon and Garfunkle vibe going on..... so adding electronica??? Its just exciting... and to me, that's what it's all about. Going out there and making something exciting, different and original. Don't pigeon hole yourself. Go out and make music for you, that feels right, and isn't dictated by the scene around you. Newcastle is full of hair cuts bands.
Bands like Is Shepherd are the future for music at the moment, and I can confidently say these guys are flying the flag (although they'd probably let you help design the flag if you asked!)
Check out their myspace: http://www.myspace.com/isshepherd for quick clips of their tunes.... Or even better, check out their even better website www.isshepherd.com
Their record is available to buy in all local record shops... I've got my copy!
Pie and peace
Ally x x
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