Music Style pop

Musical Influences James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Gill Scott Heron, Jimi Hendrix, Public Enemy, and Bob Marley.

Similar Artists Moloko, Morcheeba, etc.

Artist History 1998 First gig in the canteen at LIPA (Sir Paul McCartney's Liverpool Fame school) 1998 Secured management deal with Rob Swerdlow (Cast, Mansun) 1999 Recorded professional demos with Tim Kellet (Olive/ex-Simply Red) and Robin (Nightmares on Wax) 2001 Miriam had a one-on-one song-writing lesson with Sir Paul McCartney who suggested additional melodies. 2001 Supported Beverly Knight six months before she appeared on the MOBO awards. 2001 Supported James Taylor Quartet, following the gig Miriam went on JTQ's European tour, performing lead and backing vocals. 2002 Supported Big Boss Man.

Group Members Miriam Lamen: vocals, keys, guitar Keith Thompson: guitar, harmonica Ged Hawksworth: drums Mike Deakin: bass Michelle McManus: Keyboards

Instruments guitars, bass, drums, vocals, keyboards, programming.

Press Reviews Miriam Lamen is a name you should be hearing a lot more of in the future. Their chill out sounds, shuffling beats, and husky vocals hint at Brand New heavies meet Zero 7. With a sussed eclectic fusion of great melodies and imaginative ideas it is no wonder that Black Star Liner producer Choc is working with them. They have also recorded demos with Nightmares On Wax whose next album features the sultry vocals of lead singer Miriam. The rest of the group Ged (drums) and Keith (guitars) is complemented when they play live with Mike (bass) and Michelle (Keyboards). having supported Big Boss Man, Beverly Knight, and the James Taylor Quartet, things are really looking up for one of the coolest bands around.

Location Liverpool, Merseyside - United Kingdom

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