•• Not To Be Loved But To Be Love ••

The band weaves punchy, but delicate folk melodies around their stripped back, acoustic guitar led sound.

Catchy percussive elements add rhythmic vibe that propels this acoustic-style into something more interactive and energetic.

Their songs are unashamedly heartfelt and direct, with strong nods to Mumford Sons and Ben Howard but never stray too far from their home-grown Celtic roots.

"“It’s easy to see why London-based Up Down Go Machine are creating such a flurry of excitement.” – Swn Festival (created by Huw Stephens - Radio 1)

The captivating, charismatic and multi-instrumentalist songstress; Shauna Tohill is one of the most promising artists to come out Northern Ireland and is rapidly making a name for herself throughout the industry.  

Shauna has a diverse style of writing but concentrated on creating her unique brand of high energy alternative rock/pop music regularly - which has been performed live under the synonym of 'Silhouette'.  If you had to describe it by comparing - it could be described a fusion of Jessie J's attitude and hooks, Tori Amos's percussive piano and wacky ways combined with Nine Inch Nails chords and passion.  

In the last couple of years she has toured all over Europe as a musician.  She joined Snow Patrol as a guest vocalist at the MTV EMA’s, the Q Awards followed by an entire European tour last year.  She has sessioned for and tour managed various N.I outfits (such as RAMS' Pocket Radio) and has even had her song 'Can't Keep Up' used as the Northern Irish Tourism Advertising anthem throughout the years of 2012 and 2013.  

In the last year she (as Silhouette) has supported big artists such as Blondie, Imelda May, One Republic and Jake Bugg as well as playing at various big summer festivals including the likes of V Festival, Kendal Calling and Electric Picnic.

Shauna is currently working on her debut album due to be released in late 2014 and has written some pieces of music for an upcoming independent film ‘Noirland’ in Northern Ireland.  To keep up to speed about all things Shauna Tohill, visit www.silhouetteofficial.com. 

Megan McConnell, 
originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland, started singing at a young age after being inspired by vocal legends such as Dusty Springfield and Stevie Wonder. After receiving an incredible reception for her first live performance singing “Somewhere over the rainbow” Megan decided that singing and making music was what she wanted to do. Megan’s confidence grew as her vocal ability matured and her experience singing live at functions and competitions continued through her teens. Megan’s love of a wide variety of musical styles means she’s worked hard at her versatility as a performer and as a vocalist as is comfortable in most contemporary styles. At 19 years old Megan moved to London to pursue her music career & study a Degree in vocals at the ICMP. She is currently working on her own material and co-writing with various people for her upcoming EP. An attractive person in all respects, Megan is definitely a talent to watch out for in the future.

National Radio & TV promotions ( UK ) - https://martianpr.com // Email Enquiries - info@martianpr.com- Roster includes - REWS / TRAMPOLENE / ASYLUMS / JUICEBOXXX / SLOWCOACHES / THE VRYLL SOCIETY / THE JACQUES /  WE CAME AS ROMANS / CHAPPO /  SISTERAY & many more ///  Labels such as UNIVERSAL / CAROLINE / SPINEFARM / ALCOPOP / VITAL MUSIC / 25 HOUR CONVENIENCE STORE ( Gary Powell The Libertines ) & many more. See www.martianpr.com for more info and regular updates. 

Twitter : @martian_pr
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n. the realisation that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own—populated with their own ambitions, friends, routines, worries and inherited craziness.

Sonder began with a chance meeting at a party. Collette was initially drafted as a drummer, but quickly migrated to the microphone once her incredible voice had been heard. During a flurry of writing and recording with Tom, Arran, Jon and Jack were brought into the fold not only to complete the lineup but to bring their unique and varied musical backgrounds to the sound, and the band was truly born.

What resulted is a mix of catchy melodies and big hooks, heard through the guise of many influences, ranging from contemplative ballads to party-starting rock anthems. The songs, sometimes confessional, sometimes storied, deal with life in the city, the struggle to succeed, attitude, love, loss, and catharsis.

Sonder bring all this to the stage with an energetic live show that takes the audience on a musical journey, and has been described as “a slick smorgasbord of a sound!”.

Vocalist/drummer based in London. Here you'll find a collection of my solo acoustic covers, band tracks 'Sonder' and session work for various companies. All collaborations featured.
 
Contact for session work:
collettewilliams87@gmail.com

Contact: band@sondermusic.co.uk
www.sondermusic.co.uk



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