Music:
Member Since: 12/30/2006
Band Website: www.tamdrin.com
Band Members:
Alison: Vocals
Marlowe: Lead guitars, keyboards, percussion, bass, co-songwriter
Nigel: Bass, rhythm guitars, production, co-songwriter.
Joe Diehl, Additional guitar/bass and inspiration.
Nigel is also the author of the book, "Songwriters: A Biographical Dictionary With Discographies", available from Amazon at www.amazon.com
Influences: Among the many, here's a chosen few: Tim Buckley, Nick Drake, Sandy Denny, The Velvet Underground, Pink Floyd, Joni Mitchell, Caravan, Focus, King Crimson, Jeff Buckley, Van Morrison, Laura Nyro, Scott Walker.
Other Adventures (Raisedonrecords, 2007)
Lost on the Way (Raisedonrecords, 2008)
A Sky for Thought (Raisedonrecords, 2008)
Stranger Fates (Raisedonrecords, 2009)
The Obliquity of the Ecliptic (Raisedonrecords, 2008)
Sounds Like: In the words of others...
Some Five Star Reviews from Amazon customers for Other Adventures:
***** Something new at last, November 20, 2007
By Drastic (Cascade, MD United States) -
This is genuine and fresh. If we think hard about the new music that's prepared for our consumption, isn't it mostly repackaged stale bread? The industry that hands us music is so much better at putting brightly colored packaging (i.e. mixing and production) onto a sound that's fundamentally unoriginal. That is one of the main reasons why music sales are dropping and so many people can't stand coughing up even 99 cents for another stale loaf. It doesn't matter whether you listen to rock or folk, most of what passes for new music isn't.
Tamdrin sounds like a unique and original blend of rock, folk, and blues, reminiscent of the 60s - 70s decades, but not exactly like anything I've heard before. Insofar as I can guess how this was produced, I'd say there was little or no cosmetic surgery done in ProTools, and that certainly helps convey the feeling of refreshing originality. This appears to be their first album and it's full of hooks and choruses that will stick in your head, some evoking a vaguely familiar feeling that makes you wonder if you've heard them years ago. Yet you won't be able to remember anything else just like it. Like a tasty stew made with a mix of spices that nobody thought of before. It's really worth a good serious listen.
***** Terrific stuff... take a listen!, November 15, 2007
By Mark Broomer "lost in the supermarket" (down on the farm, israel) -
A really interesting sound, unlike anything else you'll hear. Great instrumentation - I'd love the guitarist and bass player in my band! I can't wait to hear more...
***** Tamdrin's first release..., November 14, 2007
By McClintic Sphere (OR, USA) -
mixes classic rock stylings with blues, folk, old school R&B grooves, '60s film themes, and the occasional jazz flavouring. Blending it's Anglo-American-West Indian roots, the band has an identifiable, somewhat unique sound.
The album Other Adventures, is an intriguing cocktail of strong melodies and deft lyrics (think Steely Dan meets Joseph Conrad with a pinch of John Barry). They stimulate the listener's imagination, and are soulfully sung by the Grenadian born female vocalist. Instrumentation and arrangements succinctly embellish each song, many of which feature delicate, concise and often thoughtful lead guitar solos by Marlowe Harrison. Tamdrin creates a refreshing blend of rock and pop, played with heart and warmth. Recommended listening for those souls that prefer a touch of the exotic in their MP3 player.
"More than good", November 14, 2007
By Jenny Moose (Lorane Mountain Oregon) -
Tamdrin, a family trio from Ashland, Oregon, has created a real masterpiece in a world of artificial dross. Featuring the amazingly talented Marlowe, not yet old enough for a learner's permit, guitar wizardry abounds in an original setting of lilting melodies and haunting lyrics. If you don't listen to anything else this year, download this song!
dig the tunes !home before dawn is a
great track ,it has a very original feel to it . matt
(hazah )
Very interesting music lots of different influences. Interesting...
Achilla
supercool music tamdrin
where we stood is a great song. Dave Lofthouse
And you have some great music here! Jim
Tamdrin! Nice tunes.. The vocals are especially nice :) Aaron Morales
You sure have a unique sound and I bet you guys love making your music because you do it so well!!! Leslie
Nice tunes ya got there! Peace...Derek
You guys so rock. Alyssa
Tamdrim! I like You. Alessandra Celletti
Cool and unusual songs. LANGE
I really love your music, great! Yutaka
Diggin your music!
Keep Rock n Roll ALIVE!
Hitmen
like the songs....Keep Rockin. Top Secretbr
great songs!! Furyon
Nice work!
Peace
TKO
Love the first song on your player, good stuff. Am about to download it right this next minute. Mike Love 666
I absolutely love your music. Thank you for finding me, and for sharing it, your band is rare and good! Hurricane Smith
"You have some great songs here! Thanks for asking for me.
xx" Edie
""all behind me now" is awesome!" Adam Balbo
"...we love your tunes..." Four Zoas
"great music there!...greetings and hugs from Transylvania!...
Claudiu - Aeternum"
Great music man. Solamente Amor
Laughed till I cried grooves! Steve
Thank you Alison for allowing me to discover and appreciate your music. You have a beautiful voice .... WF
Unique sound! grts, aerwaxx
Record Label: raisedonrecords
Type of Label: Indie
