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Albany

Only From This Distance EP out now on iTunes!

About Me


After a long break recording, recruiting new members, and rehearsing, Albany are finally gigging again, and it feels GOOD. Like a warm flannel.
Here are some additional tunes from our musical past...
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ALBANY began life as an acoustic duo based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, because Guy and Charlie found that playing music was much more fun than going to lectures. During this time the foundations were laid for what was to become a formidable song writing partnership. Over time, this has developed into a genuinely exciting, melody-driven sound, which perfectly balances alternative authenticity with commercial appeal.
Drawing on a range of influences encompassing Elbow, Radiohead, Jeff Buckley, Muse, Coldplay and Turin Brakes, Albany have created a truly unique sound. Combining intricate piano arpeggios and thoughtful guitar arrangements, driven by a powerful yet focused rhythm section, Albany manage to stand out in a scene currently over-saturated with guitar bands. The interplay between piano and guitar is used to intelligent effect to accompany the distinctive pairing of two lead vocalists and layered harmonies. The dynamic between Guy and Charlie’s song writing makes for a substantial collection of diverse songs, that demonstrate versatility but also a purposeful musical direction.
Since relocating to London and becoming a 4-piece, their live shows have seen them evolve into a high-energy rock pop outfit. Whilst remaining true to their melodic sensibilities, as evident in their most recent EP ‘Only From This Distance’, Albany now combine the vibrant energy of an exhilarating new band together with their long-established song writing integrity. This relationship is fundamental to their sound.
“boundless energy and impact...instantly memorable” - BBC Club Live
“superb…captivating and ingenious” - Evening Chronicle
“huge, irresistible choruses and soaring harmonies…Albany will give you goosebumps and make the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end” - Get Rhythm 2 magazine
“exciting and original in the true sense of the word… Albany are going to go very far” – Pulp magazine
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Member Since: 12/3/2005
Band Website: coming soon...
Band Members: Charlie Palley (Vocals/Piano) Guy Hixon (Vocals/Guitar) Matthew Bradley (Drums/BVs) Adam Ruddick (Bass)

Influences: Radiohead, Elbow, Turin Brakes, Jeff Buckley, Coldplay, Muse...and many more
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Type of Label: None

My Blog

ALBANY ON TOUR IN NORTHERN ENGLAND THIS WEEK!

We're going to be on tour up north this week and we can't wait! Here are the dates/cities/venues:26th June - NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE - The Head Of Steam27th June - LEEDS - Trash (formerly known as The Mix...
Posted by Albany on Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:32:00 PST

City Showcase acoustic gig, 3rd June 2008

We're playing a City Showcase acoustic gig on 3rd June, at the Ben Sherman store on Carnaby Street. We're on at 3.45pm and it's free to get in. We're playing for an hour so there'll be some new songs,...
Posted by Albany on Mon, 02 Jun 2008 04:41:00 PST

Storm flyer - gets you £1 off entry....

Here's the link to the flyer that gets you into our Storm gig for cheaper. Copy and paste the link then print it out: http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x176/guyhixon/albanystorm flyer.jpg ...
Posted by Albany on Tue, 27 May 2008 09:29:00 PST

Film company needs music from unsigned bands for travel documentary, apply within...

Casual Films are offering unsigned bands the opportunity to have their music used on videos which will be streamed onto the Expedia.co.uk and Guardian websites. Casual Films are sending two guys to...
Posted by Albany on Thu, 22 May 2008 04:56:00 PST

Only From This Distance EP...OUT NOW!

Only From This Distance EP...OUT NOW!Yes, our debut EP is finally out on iTunes worldwide!For only £3.95 ($4.95 USA) you get 5 songs, and some cool artwork by our talented friend James Barber (www.jam...
Posted by Albany on Thu, 01 May 2008 03:54:00 PST

Our EP is coming out...soon hopefully

'Only From This Distance EP' set for imminent release... Yes, our EP is finally coming out on iTunes and all major download stores! So you'll finally be able to part with your hard-earned cash in exc...
Posted by Albany on Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:48:00 PST

Nambucca advance tickets available here...

For those of you that couldn’t make the last gig, or for those of you that came to the last one and are feeling acute Albany withdrawal, we are playing on 10th April at Nambucca, and it would lo...
Posted by Albany on Tue, 25 Mar 2008 01:19:00 PST

Turnmills: over and out...

Ok, I just got back from the Turmills gig and I’ve had a few beers so feel like writing a blog so here goes.... Well, our first gig with the new line-up has been and gone, and it couldn’t...
Posted by Albany on Thu, 20 Mar 2008 07:36:00 PST

Turnmills gig flyer - gets you £1 off entry!

Here's the flyer you need to get £1 off for the Turnmills gig. It's probably best if you copy and paste the link below and then print it out. http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x176/guyhixon/AlbanyatT.. .
Posted by Albany on Tue, 26 Feb 2008 06:28:00 PST

New songs posted, bassist recruited, EP coming out soon...

Hello to you,Good times ahead in the Albany camp - as you can see/hear, we've finally finished our new EP and all 5 new recordings are available for your aural perusal on our page.We've also found a n...
Posted by Albany on Sat, 02 Feb 2008 05:20:00 PST