Artist description Myrtle describe themselves as electronic soul type of band. Down beats, synths, samples & cello mixed with the stunning vocals of Nadia Nassif are what this band is about.

Music Style Loungey electro acoustic thingy?

Musical Influences The Blue Nile, Kate Bush & everything around us

Similar Artists A lot of people have said we're like Morcheeba & Portishead but different.

Artist History Started, like many electronic acts, as a studio based band in March 2000. Recorded the single "Not Quite Here" and then did their first gig on July 5th 2000. Since then, Myrtle have had air play on Australia's Tripple J radio station as well as several other commercial & community stations, enjoy sought after gigs at arts festivals and have been included on Australia's "Kiss My WAMI 2000" & "Kiss My WAMI 2001" compilation cd's. So far, so good.

Group Members Nadia Nassif - Vocals, Melanie Robinson - Cello, Josh Hogan - Percussion, Craig Tracy - Synths, samples & guitar

Instruments Synths, samples, cello, percussion, voice & the occassional guitar

Albums Walking Sitting - Grouse Records

Press Reviews "Very cool electronic groove with vocals that will sweep your mind away. The song gives off a fufturistic sound and aura while delivering a beautiful feeling of peacefulness. Great song." - review of Not Quite Here - The Global Muse(U.S.A.), "...creates a beast to soothe your pains & lift your spirits" - Polly Coufos - Express Magazine, "Cellos, acoustic guitars, Moogs, loops & samples tied together with the mesmerising, soulful voice of Nadia Nassif makes this cd a hands down winner - The West Australian newspaper, "The sound is smooth & sophisticated" - Sabian Wild - Zebra magazine, "...if you have a closet yearning for cider, open fields and sunny days, you will love this cd" - Choice - Zebra magazine

Location Perth, Western Australia - Australia

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