HOVE: The Brunswick

Friday 5th April, 2024

8:00pm

Event information

SOLID BIRDS FLYING

Poetry and art fuel this enigmatic fusion of genres ranging from free jazz to modern classical. Extended chords sit with surreal lyrics whilst avant garde melodies morph into extended improvisation. With influences ranging from Ornette Coleman to Arthur Rimbaud, this Brighton based post rock trio attempt to synthesize left-field rock and free jazz - with a heap of poetic metaphor thrown in. Psychedelic dreamscapes morph into darker, more involving dissonance and tension. Solid Birds Flying will be performing as a quartet with the addition of keyboards specially for this gig.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oHgNfxfKcc&pp=ygUSU09MSUQgQklSRFMgRkxZSU5H
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIf0Y-8VlEc
https://solidbirdsflying.bandcamp.com/

BEE & JACKRABBIT

Also from Brighton, Bee & Jackrabbit are a chamber-pop band combining elements of folk, punk, indie and classical music. Key members Piper Murray (guitar and vocals) Robin Squirrell (cello and vocals) and Nick Williams (synths and vocals) create layered harmonies, intricate arrangements and powerful melodies alongside sharp, witty and observant lyrics. Over the years they've been gaining recognition on the UK scene most notably on a Scotland and Northern England tour with indie legends The Wedding Present. They released their first two singles "Dream House" and "Sugar" in 2021 which were launched at a sold-out headline show at St Nicholas' Church in Brighton.

"With that natural song-crafters’ feel for the pulse, Bee And Jackrabbit create music full of rich melody and understated drama. Their song ‘Dream House’ makes for that perfect snapshot: the arcing cello phrase, the braided fingerpicking, the big chords, the drum rolls, and a resonant vocal singed with sadness. It’s a song with the emotional rush of The Magnetic Fields at their most heartfelt and melancholic." - Brighton Source Magazine

"Recalling Simon and Garfunkle, divine vocal harmonising, authentic and heartfelt songs" - G Scene

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihkhO2JwhtU
https://beeandjackrabbit.bandcamp.com/album/house-party
https://www.facebook.com/Beeandjackrabbit/?locale=en_GB

Matt Finucane

Matt Finucane is a British musician known for his distinctive style that blends elements of post-punk, grunge, and art-rock. He has released several albums and EPs showcasing his unique and experimental approach. While not widely known on the mainstream music scene, Finucane has built a dedicated following within the alternative music community for his thought-provoking lyrics and edgy sound.
His work creates a raw and introspective musical world for his listeners – an atmospheric and sometimes brooding ambiance that reflects themes of alienation, introspection, and the darker aspects of human experience. His sound is often described as a captivating and immersive experience that resonates with those who appreciate music that goes beyond the ordinary. It reflects an artist who continues to grow and explore creatively, with a willingness to experiment and evolve that has allowed him to maintain relevance and intrigue within the indie and alternative music scenes.

https://mattfinucane.net/blog/about/