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elikisnowkitten
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» for fans of: Iris, Depeche Mode, Erasure, Blue October, No-man, Talk Talk, Boards Of Canada
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Snowkitten
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Snowkitten isn't a band as such, more of a solo project, and started back in April 2006. It has taken a while for me to figure out just what kind of music I was aiming to write, but that resolved itself early 2007, with a cross between instrumental synthpop and ambient experimental pieces, mainly inspired by synth bands such as Depeche Mode, Iris, early No-man etc. Some of the music is pop/commercial, but often seems to wander into more experimental areas.
Why this name?
Long long story.
Do you play live?
Snowkitten does not play live. Various reasons for that, the obvious being an outright dread of being on-stage, but it is easier all round to take it for granted that it isn't gonna happen. Sorry!
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
Well, bit of a cliched answer really, but it simply means that anyone has the chance to put their ideas and creations out there for other people to hear. It means a lot of good music gets an airing that might otherwise never get the chance to be heard, for what really amounts to personal preference. It does have the flipside that theres a heck of a lot of crap out there too, but that means the gems among it all will really shine.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
No, I have no interest whatsoever in recording contracts or getting involved in the music business. I do what I do for fun, nothing else.
Band History:
I think that was pretty much covered in the introduction. What I will add is that my music is instrumental, mainly as I lack any recording equipment and anything resembling a decent singing voice. However, under the band name of Moons Of Jupiter, a friend I used to know at school a long time ago, is working on lyrics/vocals to accompany the music, so hopefully that will work out and we'll see how it all goes.
Your influences?
Mainly synthpop bands, in particular Depeche Mode, VNV Nation and Iris, though I also like many other bands and singers - in particular John Farnham and Magnum. I wouldn't say I'm a massive fan of the 80s, but some of the synthpop bands from that era were amazing, and in particular it is the synth sounds and catchiness of the songs that really inspire me. What I really like is when a band combines the early 80s and late 70s synth sounds with a modern perspective and sound, which is something Iris do especially well. I do also like acoustic guitar, so maybe one day if I have the chance, that might be worked into some songs, but don't hold your breath. And I also enjoy listening to experimental bands such as No-man and Talk Talk, etc which is why sometimes my own songs tend to edge towards more experimental areas, maybe slightly.
Favorite spot?
York, Chester, Worcester. Oldy-worldy places mostly, or places where you have time to stop and think once in a while.