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Tom Walker and Kingfishr played stunning sets at Manchester Academy on Saturday night and All Music Magazine uk’s Gosia Czyzniewska was there to capture it
Kingfishr opened the evening with a stunning set of Irish folk but with their own take on it, which make it refreshing and new and as a young band at the beginning of their journey, you get the feeling that Kingfishr are destined for very big things
Formed while members Eddie (vocals, guitar), McGoo (banjo), and Fitz (bass) were studying engineering at university in Limerick, the Irish trio lean into their heritage with traditional instruments and poetic songwriting. Kingfishr’s music is hugely cinematic, they pride themselves on deep textures and a grand sonic atmospheric nature, with influences ranging from Hanz Zimmer to Ben Howard. They have racked up over 20 million streams on Spotify to date, with three of their previous releases being performed on The Independent’s live music session Music Box.
Next up was the brilliant a Scottish singer-songwriter Tom Walker. He rose to fame after the release of his single “Leave a Light On”, which peaked at number 7 on the UK Singles Chart in June 2018
Tom known for his soulful voice and poignant lyrics. He often infuses elements of pop, folk, and electronic music into his sound, creating a unique blend that resonates with listeners. Walker’s music is characterized by its emotional depth, raw honesty, and catchy melodies.
In terms of his persona, he often comes across as genuine and down-to-earth, with a relatable charm that endears him to his fans. His music often explores themes of love, heartbreak, resilience, and personal growth, drawing inspiration from his own life experiences. Overall, Tom Walker’s music captivates audiences with its sincerity and authenticity, making him a compelling figure in the contemporary music scene.
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My life is a soundtrack, i track my life through music, photography is my passion, my escape, my expression. Without both i have pieces missing, thankfully i’m blessed and get to combine both.
Born in Manchester, lived in Australia for 22 years where i was heavily involved in the Australian Music Industry, firstly in bands (Singer) and then managing bands (all original), I moved back to the UK, Wales specifically 10 years ago
