Whilst we love the Riot Grrrl inspired line-ups we curate for our monthly residency at The Finsbury Pub, we wanted to find a platform to promote some of our favourite artists who incorporate electronics into their performances too. For our debut gig at West London’s Notting Hill Arts Club, we chose Black Gold Buffalo to headline, with support from the beautiful AyOwA and Bamboo Smoke.
The task of opening events fell to South Londoners Lou & Tom, aka Bamboo Smoke. Accompanied by their drummer, the pair seduced their crowd with their sultry vocals, smooth bass lines and ambient guitar sounds.
Penultimate act AyOwA wooed the crowd with their dark electronica and intoxicating energy. The band’s singles ‘Sommer’, ‘Rus’ and ‘Alt Det Du Ku’ were particular highlights, with Hannah’s beautiful vocals – performed in their native Danish – pulling listeners into their dreamlike creations.
Headliners Black Gold Buffalo performed a powerful set of pop-noir gems. The band released their debut self-titled album earlier this year (read our review here), so we were excited to hear their songs in the flesh. Singles ‘Magnets’, ‘Lay It Down’ and ‘Pearls Deep’ (which we regularly spin on our GIHEs radio shows) were mesmerising, whilst album tracks ‘Body Of Verity’ and ‘Penkenna’ showcased front woman Keziah Stillwell’s vocal abilities perfectly.
Huge thanks to the bands and to Notting Hill Arts Club. Keep your eyes peeled for more gig announcements from us soon…
Photo Credit: Jon Mo
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